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Mixed Breed Cat · Unknown · Adult · 9 years

Meet Sox, a lovely older lady who came into our care through no fault of her own. She is a gentle soul who enjoys the simple things in life, especially spending time outdoors exploring the garden and soaking up the sunshine. Sox has previously lived temporarily with other cats and coped well, although we do not have any history of her living with dogs or children. As she approaches her senior years, we feel she would be happiest in a calm and relaxed home where she can enjoy a peaceful lifestyle at her own pace. A home with a safe garden or outdoor access is a must for Sox, as she truly loves being outside and enjoying the fresh air. In return, she will make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a sweet, easy-going cat to share their home with. Sox is now looking for her forever home where she can settle in comfortably and enjoy all the love and care she deserves.

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
Living with Sox
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Sox home

What you'll need for Sox 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
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    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 Sox

What life with Sox looks like

Sox is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Thornberry Animal Sanctuary in United Kingdom.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Sox, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Sox?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Thornberry Animal Sanctuary handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Sox on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Sox if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Thornberry Animal Sanctuary 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 Sox 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 Sox 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 Thornberry Animal Sanctuary early rather than rehoming privately; they know Sox 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 (the shelter's own language). 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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