The fur in this pattern has two colors. Often there is no clear recurring pattern over the coat, but clear solid spots of a different color can be found over the coat. In most cases, this occurs in cats that are white and have the spots of a different color.
Early March 2022. Message from Koky, founder of Safe Haven Egypt, in the SHE Facebook group. – Her phone is never silent with requests to rescue cats in need.
This time 3 blind young cats. – Requests for donations to save them. That succeeds. – Isaac also has a sponsor, a name now, and a future.
Isaac, right in Haven. March 2022
Isaac is terrified when he arrives in Haven. But he will soon learn that Haven is a safe place.
He received the necessary medical care in addition to food, safety and love. His eyes where beyond saving.
Isaac received vaccinations against common cat diseases and rabies. Microchip and castration. He uses the litter box. His eyes have been removed and the eye sockets are closed.
Isaac has no known medical problems.
We estimate him to be 3 years old. Isaac is a friendly boy. He tends to meow when he wants food or attention. Isaac is a ground cat. He doesn't want to be picked up and carried around.
Isaac likes to be caressed, also on his stomach. He is good with other cats.
The fact that he is blind should not stop anyone from going for Isaac.
A blind SHE cat like Isaac could quite possibly be the sweetest boy you will ever meet.
Who wants and can give Isaac a home? A safe home. – It seems obvious that Isaac should not be able to wander around freely, but we have to mention it.
Our little red and white blind boy Honey is growing up fast!
In June last year, he was admitted to Safe Haven Egypt (SHE) as a small, half-starved kitten along with his one-eyed sister Mabel. Since then he has developed very well.
His tricolor sister Mabel has already received an adoption offer; now Honey is waiting for his own special family.
Honey is now (almost) 1 year young (estimated; born May 2023) and enjoying his life in the Haven's penthouse apartment with the other lively young kittens. His handicap is absolutely no problem for him during the sometimes wild games. On the contrary, he enjoys the company of his feline friends and is very playful, just like any other young cat.
Honey is not only very social with his cat friends, but also loves people. He likes human attention. He enjoys cuddling, which currently comes right after play.
Honey is suitable for adopters who have no previous experience with disabled pets. This is because only people consider blind cats to be disabled.
Honey now
Adopters receive many tips from our experts – especially as part of the home inspection – on how to deal with blind cats. Of course, potentially dangerous places in the household must be secured.
Honey is ready to fly, which means he has been neutered, received his anti-flea treatment, dewormed, microchipped and fully vaccinated. He can fly to Europe and of course travels with a negative rabies certificate and all necessary documents.
At the end of June 2024 he was tested for FIV/FeLV and was negative.
SHE attaches great importance to the safety of its rescued cats. Therefore, their cats are not allowed to roam freely. This goes without saying for blind cats! Of course, they would be happy with a fully secured balcony or a cat-friendly garden.
Unfortunately, we have very little information available about our Myla. This text will be adjusted when more becomes available.
Myla is a 5-month-old girl (born November 2023, est.) which is very playful. She has one eye. Surgery is provided to close the non-functioning eye.
The fact that she only has a single eye is not a handicap for a domestic cat. Even completely blind cats can handle themselves perfectly.
Myla lives with many other cats and also a number of dogs. So she will have no problem with such housemates.
All SHE cats are vaccinated against common cat diseases and rabies. Get an anti-worm treatment and anti-flea treatment. They are chipped and taught to use the litter box.
An essential part of a suitable home for a SHE cat is that it is a safe home. Myla must be an indoor cat. Or go outside in a very well-enclosed garden from which she cannot escape.
Do you think that giving Myla a safe and loving home is within your capabilities? – Then check out our adoption procedure. And don't hesitate to contact us contact. We love nothing more than talking about our cats and how the adoption process works.
In January 2023, news reached the street of a litter of four kittens in a pizza box. It was estimated that they were one month young.
A friend of Haven's took them in to care for them. Such small kittens need a lot of personal attention. As soon as there was room at Haven, they were admitted to Haven.
One of those four kittens is this boy, Jubilee.
So he is now one year old.
Jubilee is quite a big boy and is a cuddler. He is very friendly.
He likes to lie on his back and be petted on his belly. We suspect he will become more long-haired as he gets older.
Jubilee would do well in a family with cats, dogs and children. He is not in the habit of jumping on people.
As always with SHE cats, Jubilee is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated against Rabies and general cat diseases. Has had a deworming treatment and anti-flea treatment. – Jubilee is also litter box trained.
Jubilee as an ex-street cat should not be allowed back on the street with its many dangers. Therefore, an adopter must promise that Jubilee must be an indoor cat. Or possibly can only go outside in circumstances where he cannot walk around freely in the area.
We sometimes receive reports of the cruelty that people inflict on street cats. Or we receive the consequences. – Fortunately, there are sometimes other events, hopeful situations.
This is such a situation. – A kind man had found a seriously injured cat. And took him to a vet. – Help a little, yes, maybe quite a few people would. But paying the vet for a seriously injured street cat….. – That cat was very lucky in its accident.
After care, it turned out that the kind man could not give the cat a home. And that's why he eventually ended up in Haven.
He was given the name Gaston in memory of the Flemish comedian Gaston Berghmans of the duo Gaston & Leo.
Gaston's street life cost him his right front leg. But otherwise he is unscathed and he is healthy.
He's a cuddle bug. Very affectionate. Gaston can do everything a four-legged cat can do, including jumping.
Gaston is estimated to be approximately one year young. He gets along well with other cats and dogs and would fit well in a family with children.
The concept of 'the litter box' is clear to Gaston and he applies it. He is neutered and has had his basic vaccinations. When he travels he will be chipped and have a negative Rabies certificate.
Gaston has not been in Haven for very long. That is not necessary to be adopted. And certainly not with Gaston, who is already a sweet boy and does not need any further 'training' to become a good SHE cat.
We are looking for a good home for Gaston, just like for all our cats. A safe home. And this means that Gaston must absolutely be an indoor cat.
Who can give our boy a home to live in, a lap to lie in, a litter box to... ?
contact us! – We are happy to help you to see if the dream of placing this handsome boy with you is possible.
Tip: although we would like to explain it to you this way, we suggest that you first: our adoption procedure good to read.
The angel we now present to you arrived in Haven in what is a usual manner for us.
A video circulated of a cat on the streets of Cairo limping, with a bad hind leg.
Koky – founder of Haven – asked a friend to look for this cat. Three days later she was found and arrived in Haven. That was at the end of October 2022.
As you can see in the video, Neeko's paw has recovered nicely. – Watch her play and run!
August 2023
We estimate that Neeko is 1.5 years old. Maybe a little more.
She is a very beautiful young cat, but 'shy'. Nooko does not allow being touched at this time. That doesn't mean she's a wild cat. Merely touching is a step too far at the moment.
There's a good chance that eventually a non-touch cat can become a touch cat. Maybe just a little bit, like stroking the head. Possibly only while eating.
But it is certainly also possible that she will become a real cuddly cat. However, one cannot assume that. The adopter must be able to accept Neeko as a shy cat.
Trust must be earned. Don't impose yourself. Don't try to force them to stroke them head-on. – Neeko is not aggressive, at least not with us where we respect her boundaries.
At first she will keep her distance. Being suspicious. – When she knows that you can be trusted, she will be more relaxed.
When that trust is there, a shy cat can even lie next to you in bed. Not touching doesn't mean not being social.
Neeko is already social with other cats. She has received her vaccinations against common cat diseases. Deworming treatment and anti-flea treatment. She has a microchip that is waiting to be registered by her adopter.
Neeko is not shy about using the litter box. When she travels it will be with her vaccination record and a negative rabies test.
Do you still see potential in Neeko? - Awesome! – Then contact us! And make us and Neeko happy.
Are you open to a shy cat but are you also looking for a cuddly cat? - What a luck! – Safe Haven Egypt has more than one cat available. A double adoption is also an option!
As they often do, a video of a young cat in dire need in Cairo circulated among people active in sheltering and rescuing cats. This was at the end of 2021.
It was a cat that had clearly had something terrible happen to it. Broken jaw and his eyes were a bloody mess. – He wouldn't make it without help.
A friend of Haven took him to the vet for necessary care and cared for him for about a month. The SHE community sponsored him and named him Christian. And so, in early 2022, Christian arrived in Haven.
December 2023
Here we are two years later. Christian has become a grown-up handsome boy.
Christian is blind. The eyes are removed and closed. He must be about 2.5 years old now.
He is a gentle, calm and friendly cat. He has no tendency to bite or scratch.
Christian gets along well with other cats. He's a good eater.
So he is one of the many blind SHE cats. Know that blind cats are wonderful. They are cats through and through. And they can be expected to act as cats do. Such as (possibly) found on top of a seemingly inaccessible place.
For those who delve into the world of blind cats, see . FB group Blind cats united.
All cats at Safe Haven Egypt receive vaccinations against common cat diseases. An anti-worm and anti-flea treatment. Have a microchip, are castrated like Christian. They are litter box trained, – And will travel with a negative Rabies certificate and their vaccination record.
Also something that applies to all SHE cats is that they must be indoor cats. - We don't want to have to find out after adoption that adopter's promise not to let the cat roam free twas a lie . - This has even happened with a blind cat.
We would like to get our animals adopted. But that must also be done properly and safely.
Can you give our Christian a home? Want to sit together on the couch and go to sleep? – Then take a look at our adoption procedure.
And don't hesitate to contact us for questions or an adoption proposal.
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Saving stray cats is a kind of war in which hard choices have to be made. Saving all cats by taking them in to Haven is simply not possible. – Sometimes Koky will help cats that she knows about and bring them some food.
For example, Koky brought Maximus and his brother or sister, as street cats, occasionally some food.
When Koky came to visit again, Maximus' siblings where. Koky heard of a cat killed nearby that was probably the missing cat. Koky then decided to take that kitten with him to Haven. – And so Maximus arrived in Haven on April 15, 2023.
October 2023
Maximus' mother was captured, sterilized and released.
Today Maximus must be about 10 months old. He has become a handsome boy.
We suspect that his hair will become a bit longer than it is now, especially in the cooler climate. He is not fully grown yet.
Maximus is a gentle cat. And very loving. He is not a very energetic cat. He likes to leave foolish jumping around to other cats. He has no health problems.
However, he is not shy, he comes asking for attention and gently jumps on the knee instead of clawing at your shoulder like some cats do.
He gets along very well with the other cats in the group he is in now.
He's just perfect!
Maximus has received his vaccinations. Its anti-worm treatment, anti-flea treatment. Is chipped and neutered. – And obtained his certificate 'How to use the litter box' with honors.
Maximus is the only survivor of his litter as an ex-street cat. He has found safety within the walls of Haven and good care from its employees.
That is why we emphasize so strongly that our cats must be indoor cats. Although you can of course go outside in a very well-enclosed garden. We will ask you this during contacts with the prospective adopter. You will promise this in the adoption contract.
But ultimately we have no choice but to hope that the adopter is honest about it. Which unfortunately, despite all our concerns about finding a good candidate, does not always turn out to be the case.
Do you want to give Maximus a safe, loving home? – Then take a look at our adoption procedure.
The availability of Maximus here as an adoptable cat is thanks to the efforts of many people. – Please know that you will certainly not 'disturb' if you have any questions. - Please, do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Does a cat not fit into your life right now? Maybe someone else in your circle? – Sharing is caring!
Balder is another cat for which there is no documentation of how it ended up in Haven. But in the end they are all pretty similar stories.
Photo posted on March 4, 2022
Let's say Balder was found as an orphaned kitten and brought into Haven.
At the beginning of March 2022, Balder will appear in the SHE Facebook group. The estimate at the time was that he was 3 months old. That puts his estimated date of birth in December 2021. And so he is currently 1 year old with his 2nd birthday approaching.
He already received the description then 'very affectionate and friendly'.
Here we are a year and a half later. Little boys grow up. And this boy is now really ready to leave Haven.
'He virtually came flying into my arms, wanted to be cuddled for ages. He is definitely overdue for his forever home.'
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Claudia Bart, visitor to Safe Haven Egypt
Balder was brought to the attention of a foreign visitor to Haven. He demanded attention by pushing for attention. And hugs. Long lasting hugs.
October 9, 2023
Pictures say more than words. See bottom of this message. This is clearly a boy who can give his or her human a lot of love.
Balder has received his vaccinations against common cat diseases and rabies. Like all SHE cats, he receives a deworming treatment and flea control.
When he leaves he will leave with all his documentation of his medical status. He is neutered and chipped.
And yes, cats also use the litter box in Egypt, like Balder.
There are many cats with disabilities in Safe Haven Egypt. Not so with Balder. He comes with 4 legs, 2 working eyes and 1 tail.
Balder has spent almost his entire life in Haven. In complete safety. It is therefore imperative that Balder will find the same security with his adopter. He must be an indoor cat or go outside in a garden that is adapted so that a cat cannot get out. Or possibly via one cat run.
In Haven, Baller sits with many other cats. There are also a few cat-friendly dogs walking around there. And even some rabbits, chickens and a duck. Haven also receives visits from children sometimes.
Balder would do well in families with other animals and well-behaved children.
Do you think maybe you could give Balder a home? - Awesome!
If this sounds like something to you or if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help you.
Does a cat not fit into your family? – Well, this is not something to do lightly. But perhaps there are people in your area who can offer a cat a home? – Sharing is caring!
If you follow SHE, you know that Koky's phone is buzzing almost constantly. Messages, calls, texts – all about cats needing help. Unfortunately, due to limited space and resources, we can only help so few cats. Simsim is lucky, in more ways than one.
It was August 2021 when Koky was alerted to a report about a kitten that had fallen from a building – four floors – and was now just lying on the street, not moving.
He was certainly still alive and some people had given some food and water, but other than that he was just left to die.
Unsure if anything could be done other than provide some comfort and human love, Koky arranged for the kitten, named Simsim, to be brought to the Haven. He was weak and couldn't walk, but nothing was broken.
With the right nutrition, medicine and vitamins, Simsim was soon back on his feet. It wasn't long before he was taken to the kitten apartment to socialize with the other pups.
Simsim has been a resident of the Haven for a while and is more than ready for his forever home. He used to greet me in the main apartment every morning and then wanted me to sit down and have a bit of time just for him. He loves cuddles and would be the perfect cat to have
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Claudia Bart, visitor to Haven in October 2023
Simsim is estimated to be approximately three years old at the time of writing. He is an intelligent, gentle and friendly cat. He likes to accept affection and appreciates attention, but he is not a cat that always follows you around. – We make no guarantees once he is in a forever home; personalities sometimes change once cats have their own people.
Simsim should fit well in most households, including those with older, respectful children. He loves other cats as well as people, but could be an only cat if given enough attention and playtime daily.
Simsim is house trained, neutered, chipped and has had his vaccinations, including rabies. He travels with his original rabies blood test certificate and his vaccination record.
Simsim should not be allowed to run loose under any circumstances, not even in a quiet residential area. Like many of our cats, he does not understand the danger of vehicles. We want him to have a long, happy and safe life ahead of him. Simsim should be kept as an indoor cat, but one catio is fine or going outside in a completely cat-proof garden (with special fencing) would be welcome. Some of our adopters who don't have a cat-safe outdoor space have successfully trained their cats to walk with a cat harness, so that's also an option.
That said, we believe that with the right amount of attention, stimulation and involvement, cats can live fulfilling and happy lives as indoor cats. Our team can provide you with advice and guidance in this area.
If you're looking for a friendly, calm and gentle cat as a companion, why not consider our handsome Simsim? Maybe he's just what you're looking for.
If not, would you consider sharing this profile in other groups? We've found that most of our new adopters learn about us from their friends, colleagues, or someone who shared one of our posts. (share options at the bottom of this post)
Please help us spread the news!
This boy has been in the Haven for two years now, without a single offer for adoption. All “preparations” for his journey have been completed; he can pack his bags and fly away to a new life in Britain, the EU, the US or Canada.
If you are interested in offering Simsim a forever home or would like to learn more, be sure to read our adoption procedure.
Do not hesitate to contact us for questions or interest. We are happy to help you.
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