Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!
Rocky is looking for his forever home....
It is with great sadness that I have to find Rocky a new home. He is 7 and shares his birthday with the King of Pop! He is a great character with a very patient and placid nature and loves nothing more than having his tummy rubbed but will from time to time bring home delightful presents of birds, mice and frogs!
Since the move he has not been himself and would like a loving home with a garden in a quiet neighbourhood without traffic and lots of attention. He sociable and would do well with other cats.
If you think you can offer him loving home or have any questions please get in touch.
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Permalink Reply by Vicky Alhadeff on
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Hi Theo, he looks delightful and well loved. Is it because of area/traffic that you are looking to rehome him? There are ways to help cats settle in after a move if this is what would like to consider as well. I work as a companion animal behaviourist, and moving is a common stressor. If you would you can check out my website and see if you think you would like to work on this. http://happydogsandcats.co.uk/pet-behaviour-services/cat-behaviour/
Vicky
http://happydogsandcats.co.uk/pet-behaviour-services/cat-behaviour/
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Permalink Reply by Theo Neocleous on
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Hi Vicky, thank you for your response. Yes he is delightful, loved dearly and I'm extremely sad to see him go. I've had him since he was born. I have moved to a much busier area then where I was before but this is only a part of the issue. My partner is extremely allergic to the point he cannot be in the same room as the cat or reacts when touching anything the cat has been in contact with, so unfortunately Rocky spends all his time in the kitchen. Not what he's use to. He would usually be allowed to roam his home, explore and really get settled in. I think he has become distressed as he is now over grooming. I am really upset to let him go but I want him to have a home were he's not restricted, can do cat things plus get loads of affection which he loves. If you have any suggestions I'd be very grateful. Thanks Theo
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Hi Theo, that is very sad and must be very hard for you to have to rehome him, but understand it's not tenable for Rocky or your partner now. I know that Battersea London and Wood Green Animal Shelter in Godmanchester are implementing new strategies to reduce stress in the cattery, and improve rehoming so cats are more well-matched to the new homes, so possible considerations if you do not find anyone by word of mouth. As he is a friendly little cat, he should stand a better chance of being rehomed more speedily. Sorry I cannot help any further. Best of luck, Vicky
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Hey Vicky, it would absolutely break my heart to take him to a shelter and to be honest I don't think I could do it. Also I'm not too sure he would cope with the stress plus I'd always be thinking about him, where he was and the thought of him being put down if a suitable home was not found for him is too much. Thanks again and if you hear of anyone looking to home a kitty please let me know, Theo.
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Completely understand. Will keep my ears open most definitely. Vicky
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There is, of course, an alternative which would allow Rocky to stay and adapt to his new busier location. But I'm sure Theo has already considered the possibility.
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Permalink Reply by tulips on
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John, in case of interest, some of the cats stuck in rescue places need permanent indoor homes for various reasons
www.caring-for-animals.org/cats.htm
and I also know of local groups such as Stokey Cats and Dogs who always need temporary foster indoor homes and permanent homes www.stokeycatsanddogs.co.uk/
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What a handsome cat!
Is he microchipped and neutered? (Remember on rehoming to get the microchip contact details updated to the new owner once he has settled in). Sadly if cats and dogs are not microchipped, they are at risk of being put down if they get lost.
Hopefully someone local with a garden and cat flap can offer him a good home. He sounds like a lovely cat!
Also it helps to put up in local vets a good flyer including photo and details. For example, if you email a flyer to Village Vet, they will put up your flyer in their North London branches www.villagevet.co.uk (Rosie is the branch co-ordinator and she is very helpful, her email is rosie@villagevet.co.uk).
I'll spread the word and mention to Stokey Cats and Dogs as they are good at helping to find homes.
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Hi, have you tried using this for the allergy? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Petal-Cleanse-Allergy-Lotion-350ml/dp/B0038... I hear it works wonders. Please get a proper homecheck to make sure the people are not only safe but suitable. Many cats like this get handed from home to home to home because the cat was not a good match with the household. Homechecks also help match the cat to the new owners so more likely to be a forever home x
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I regularly use Petal Cleanse C on my cats so I can recommend it too. It can initially take a couple of weeks to take effect, and it's worth trying and may help fix the problem. If you need any help with allergy advice tips, just message me, as I have experience as I'm allergic to cats and we have rescue cats.
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