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Tulip

Mixed Breed Cat · Male · Adult · 10 years

Breed: DSHReference: S2026003. Age: 10 years. Sex: FemaleI'd prefer to be the only cat in the homeI’d prefer a quiet home to live inI love a cat napI'm a shy guyI'll need time to settleI'd prefer not to live with a dogI'm independent; I like to do my own thing!I'd prefer an adult only homeI'll probably spend more time indoorsI'm litter trainedI'm currently in a foster homeApply to adopt Tulip Cat application formHow to adopt a catCaring for your catBack to catsHelp me find a homeApply to adopt Tulip Cat application formHow to adopt a catCaring for your catBack to catsHelp me find a homeMore about TulipTulip is a beautiful 10-year-old domestic short hair who’s slowly discovering just how lovely life can be. When Tulip first came into our care, it was clear she hadn’t had much reason to trust people. She preferred to keep her distance, quietly watching the world around her and very much doing things on her own terms. Even affection seemed unfamiliar to her at first. But over time, something really lovely has started to happen. Tulip began pressing her cheek gently into hands, choosing to purr during fuss, and showing those tiny moments of trust that feel absolutely huge for a cat like her. Now in a foster home, she’s continuing to blossom beautifully. She’s settling in well and has even started to play, something we weren’t sure we’d ever see from this independent little lady. Tulip will still need a calm, quiet home with patient people who understand that love doesn’t always happen instantly. But for someone willing to give her the time she needs, there’s a truly special cat waiting underneath it all. Older cats and shy cats are so often overlooked, but Tulip deserves the chance to keep growing in confidence in a home of her own Cats looking for their forever homesGary2026-11-02T06:41:25+00:00Pippen, Jinn and NyxPeter2026-11-03T16:04:21+00:00Hocus and PocusPeter2026-11-04T16:08:26+00:00BenjiPeter2026-11-04T16:03:40+00:00GrinchPeter2026-08-19T06:39:04+01:00TulipCats looking for their forever homesGary2026-11-02T06:41:25+00:00Pippen, Jinn and NyxPeter2026-11-03T16:04:21+00:00Hocus and PocusPeter2026-11-04T16:08:26+00:00BenjiPeter2026-11-04T16:03:40+00:00GrinchPeter2026-08-19T06:39:04+01:00TulipMore from RSPCA ChesterfieldA gift in your WillEverything you need to know about leaving a gift in your will or donating in memory of a loved one. Donate todayMaking a donation is quick and easy. Any amount you can give will help change the lives of animals. Volunteer for usDo something rewarding for animals and give the gift of time. Join our team and make a difference.

Size

Tiny

Age

Adult · 10 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire

Living with Tulip

✕Good with kids

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About Tulip

What life with Tulip looks like

Tulip is a very small adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire 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 Tulip, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Tulip?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Tulip on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Tulip if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Tulip 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 Tulip 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 RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tulip 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.