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Smokey (the Bandit)

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

*NOW RESERVED* Smokey had been straying for a long time. An elderly couple had started to feed him. He was un neutered and covered in fleas and ticks. Once they had gained his friendship they were able to take him to their vet. He had no microchip and despite advertising him, no owner was found. So this kind couple paid for his neuter and microchip, but they knew that at their age they would not be able to keep him so they contacted us. We took him in, he is now fully vaccinated and ready for his forever home. Approximately 2 to 3 years of age, he would like a large garden to explore, a sunny bench to lay on and a ready supply of Dreamies! No other cats would be preferred. If you think you could offer Smokey a home, please complete our online enquiry form. Just click on the ‘enquire about a cat’ button on the cat page.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Southampton
Shelter
Second Chance Animal Rescue
Living with Smokey (the Bandit)
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✕Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
Cared for by Second Chance Animal Rescue · SouthamptonLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Smokey (the Bandit) home

What you'll need for Smokey (the Bandit) in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Smokey (the Bandit)

What life with Smokey (the Bandit) looks like

Smokey (the Bandit) is a large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Second Chance Animal Rescue in Southampton.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

Southampton, United Kingdom — browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Smokey (the Bandit), answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Smokey (the Bandit)?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Second Chance Animal Rescue handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Smokey (the Bandit) on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Smokey (the Bandit) if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Second Chance Animal Rescue will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Smokey (the Bandit) already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Smokey (the Bandit) isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Second Chance Animal Rescue early rather than rehoming privately; they know Smokey (the Bandit) and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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