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Baklava

We present you a cat with beautiful coat patterns; Baklava.

She was found in a cardboard box on the street as a very small kitten together with her two littermates. That was in July 2022. They were taken in at Haven. Although at first it looked good for the three kittens and all the good care, only Baklava survived.

We put her estimated date of birth in June 2022. Which makes her 2.5 years old now.

From the street, or more accurately, from the box to Haven, that is, from mortal danger to safety. That is good, but Baklava cannot stay in Haven all her life.

Baklava is a beautiful healthy cat who gets along well with the many other cats in Haven. And also with friendly dogs.

She is a very calm cat. She likes to be petted when she knows you. She is not (yet) a cat that will lie on your lap. She is very relaxed in her behavior, a cat that does not worry about anything.

She is not aggressive or naughty.

Like all SHE cats, she has received her basic vaccinations against common cat diseases (FVR, FCV, FPV) and rabies. Anti-worming and flea treatment. Baklava has a microchip and is sterilized. And is also litter box trained.

We want to get Baklava out of Haven and into an adopter's home. But under conditions. - Baklava is safe in Haven and must be safe in her new home.

Baklava must be an indoor cat or only allowed outside in a secure enclosed outdoor environment.

Do you see this friendly beautiful cat getting a place in your home? Then take a look the adoption procedure. Don't hesitate to contact us for questions.

Sefu

Introducing Sefu, one of the many blind cats of Haven. There is not much information available about Sefu but what is really important.

Sefu is currently estimated to be 7 months old. That would put him around June 2024.

Koky, the owner of Haven, describes him as 'a very sweet one'. – A very sweet one.

He is very affectionate, very friendly. And he can be picked up.

Sefu is functionally blind. He still has his eyes but he can probably only see shadows.

Like all SHE cats, Sefu has received his basic vaccination against common cat diseases and rabies. Anti-worm treatment and flea control.

He is chipped and neutered. And litter box trained.

Like all SHE cats, Sefu can only be adopted if he will end up in a safe environment. He must be an indoor cat. Or be able to go outside in controlled safe circumstances.

The aspect of his blindness is not something a prospective adopter should be concerned about. Blind cats are very self-reliant.

Who can offer this sweet boy a home? If you recognize yourself in this, please send the text over read the adoption procedure. And if you have any questions please don't hesitate to to ask those questions.

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December 2024

Karlson

The well-known story with Karlson; blind very young cat in dire need on the street. Someone noticed that and took it upon themselves to ask for help.

Word of this reached Koky, the owner of Haven, and Koky went to pick up the cat. This was at the end of November 2023 when Karlson won his life, safety and a name.

Karlson has been in Haven for over a year now, among all the other rescued ex-street cats, waiting for a home of his own.

He is a friendly boy. A little shy at first when he doesn't know you. It doesn't take long to gain his trust. – He loves cuddles.

He has one eye left. We suspect that he can still see a tiny bit with it. Probably not much more than light and dark, maybe shadows.

Karlson is a ground cat, which is not unusual for a blind cat to be afraid when they lose contact with the ground.

There is nothing wrong with that. A cat is not a toy and the cat has a say in when it is a good time for personal attention. He will come by himself.

We estimate Karlson was born around June 2023. That makes him a year and a half now. He is now ready to be adopted.

As welcome as he is in Haven Karlson must leave to make way for a few of the thousands of 'Karlson's' still on the streets in need.

Like all SHE cats, he has received his basic vaccinations against common cat diseases and rabies. He is chipped and castrated. He received anti-worm treatment and flea control. And blind boys also find the litter box.

By the way, one should not worry about being 'blind'. Only people worry about that. Blind cats manage exceptionally well.

At Safe Haven Egypt we place great emphasis on the safety of our cats. They found it at Haven and it absolutely must remain that way. One would think that 'being blind' would be enough of an argument that Karlson should be an indoor cat or can only go outside in a safe enclosed space. - But experience shows that this cannot be repeated enough. Also when it comes to blind cats.

So; walking around freely in 'the safe, quiet residential area with very little traffic' is not allowed. No discussion possible.

Who's ready to give a sweet blind ground cat a floor of his own? Is that you? – Then read carefully the adoption procedure. And please don't hesitate to contact us.

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Affie

We introduce you to long time resident Affie. The story of Affie is a well-known one.

In August 2021, news surfaced of a young cat in dire need next to a garbage pile on the street. Koky, the owner of Haven, went to rescue her.

And although Haven is a good place to stay, Affie is still there. And that is not really the intention. – High time to find her a home.

We estimate that Affie was born around June 2021. That makes her now – end of 2024 – a 3.5 year old.

Beautiful, friendly Affie

Helen Peach

Occasionally, people who previously adopted a cat from Haven visit the shelter in Egypt. Three different visitors had nice words to say about Affie.

Affie has been described as a very friendly cat who loves to be cuddled and has a soft coat.

She has a beautiful personality, loving and playful, gorgeous soft fur, no health issues at all. She perfect!

Such a shame she's been overlooked, I don't know why

Deborah Falcus

Like all cats, Affie has received her basic vaccination against common cat diseases and rabies. Anti-worm and flea treatment. She is chipped and sterilized. And is litter box trained.

Really can't get why sweet little Affie doesn't have a home to call her own yet. She has been at the haven since September 2021.

As soon as she notices someone has time to cuddle she follows you everywhere. She is very good with other kitties. Demands her time and cuddles. Has been in the haven since Sept 2021 but I don't quite understand why.

Maud Faats

A cat like Affie came into Haven almost dead. She has found safety in Haven. – It should stay that way. All SHE cats should be house tigers. Or if they go outside, it should be in safe circumstances.

Being able to walk around freely in the neighborhood is not acceptable.

Affie gets along well with other cats and cat-friendly dogs. She has no known medical problems. A FIV/FeLV can be done on request.

Anyone looking for a sweet cat will not find better than Affie. We are looking for someone worthy of the love that Affie can give.

Are you that candidate? – See our adoption procedure. And please don't hesitate contact us if you have any questions.

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December 2024

Pumpkin

Pumpkin's temporary home has been Haven since August 2024.

When she arrived at Haven she had cloudy eyes. Pumkin was given eye drops and they helped. The cloudiness in her eyes is mostly gone. It is suspected that she has about 80% vision.

Her right ear is damaged. It is not clear how this happened. – Just to be clear; Pumpkin is not deaf.

We estimate that she was born in June 2024, so she is still very young.

Like all SHE cats, she has received her vaccinations. This against common cat diseases and rabies. She is also chipped and sterilized. Has received her deworming and anti-flea treatment.

And is also litter box trained.

She is very friendly. Loves cuddles. And is – no surprise since she is so young – very playful.

A visitor to Haven had the following to say about Pumpking;

Pumpkin is really one of my favorites!

Very calm and waiting but once you have touched her or looked at her once she only wants attention. She will not push anyone else aside just to be petted, she waits her turn.

In one eye you can still see a whitish haze/discoloration, but this does not bother her at all.

Maud, visitor to Haven in December 2024

Pumpkin gets along well with other cats and also cat-friendly dogs.

We care about the safety of our SHE cats. Pumpkin literally has a 'win for life' won by getting off the streets and into Haven. – Pumpkin is safe in Haven.

It should be the same in her adoptive family.

Some people believe that it is cruel to forbid a cat to roam freely. – There is no discussion about this here.

A SHE adoption cat must be an indoor cat. Or if it goes outside, it must be in a very well-sealed outdoor area or cat run, that is also fine.

And anyone who wants to walk the adopted cat on a leash is welcome to do so.

Anyone who does not want to keep a cat under these conditions should not go to Safe Haven Egypt.

Another practical thing: due to regulations with the rabies vaccination, the earliest Pumkin can travel is February 2025.

Which in practice will not really cause a delay as you will understand if you our adoption procedure reads.

Who can offer this young friendly girl a safe home? And give her the personal attention that she can get far too little in Haven?

For nominations or questions don't hesitate to contact us.

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December 2024

Panda

Our adorable rescue kitty Panda from Safe Haven Egypt (SHE) in Cairo is looking for her new home!

Could this playful girl with the black ear steal your heart?

Panda's rescue story began in May 2024 when SHE founder Koky came across her at a gas station in Cairo. Koky regularly feeds a colony of stray cats there, and on this day, the station staff were waiting for her arrival.

They had found a tiny kitten and luckily Koky showed up!

The employees explained that a car had stopped for gas and this little kitten had fallen out, probably after hiding somewhere in the car's engine.

Because Panda was still so small, Koky took her home, where she already took in a number of other kittens. As soon as Panda got stronger and had her basic vaccinations, she moved to the young cat apartment from the Haven to make sure she got the proper socialization.

Panda is now 7 months old (as of October 2024) and is fully vaccinated, dewormed, flea treated, microchipped and sterilised.

Not only is she super friendly with people but also full of fun and energy!

Panda loves to play and would love to have a playmate. If you don't have a playmate at home, Panda can bring a friend!

Because Panda was raised in the safety of the shelter, she will be adopted as an indoor cat. However, she would like access to a secure balcony or enclosed outdoor area. But as long as your home has enough space to play, this is not a strict requirement.

Due to rabies vaccination regulations, Panda will be able to fly to the EU and the UK from the end of December 2024. Adoption in Switzerland is also possible under certain conditions. Panda is already allowed to travel to Canada and the US.

If Panda has captured your heart, read the information about our adoption procedure.

Do not hesitate to contact us for questions (or an adoption proposal).

Stevie

❗ This is a confirmed cat ❗

Without speaking ill of the other cats at Haven….we have a very special cat on offer here!

Stevie arrived in Haven in March 2024. We estimate he was born around summer 2023. So he is just over a year old.

As you can see, he is an exceptionally handsome boy.

But his greatest asset is that he is extremely friendly. He is playful and very affectionate. He allows to be picked up.

Stevie's eyes have been removed. The fact that he is blind is really nothing to worry about. Yes, he will bump into everything at first. But very quickly, blind cats move with such confidence through spaces that you would think they can see.

He has received his basic vaccinations and his rabies vaccine. He has been dewormed and given the flea treatment. Stevie is microchipped and neutered.

And of course, litter box trained.

He would fit in well with other cats and cat friendly dogs. And certainly with children. That because he is very gentle. He is a very sweet boy.

Stevie has left the dangers of the streets of Cairo and paid the entrance fee to Haven with his sight. He has found safety now and it should stay that way. An adopter should be able to offer Stevie a safe living environment.

Therefore he must be an indoor cat. Or if he does go outside it must be in a controlled, secure manner. Stevie must never be allowed back on the streets.

Stevie has all the makings of someone's best friend. He needs a person who can appreciate the affection he can give and give him affection back.

Are you Stevie's person? – Read on our adoption procedure. And don't hesitate to contact us.

Tofu

❗ This is an reserved cat ❗

In late June 2023, Koky, the founder of SHE, found a dirty, long-haired white cat in a supermarket parking lot.

It was clear that this was an abandoned house cat that would not survive long on the streets. Koky took him home immediately. At that time our British caretaker Deborah was visiting. In order to keep him separated from Koky's own cats, Tofu spent the night in Deborah's guest room (see last photo).

Despite being in an unfamiliar place with a stranger, he showed no signs of stress and was very friendly. Deborah decided to call him 'Tofu'.

Apart from being dirty and having matted fur, Tofu was otherwise unharmed. So Koky and Deborah took him straight to Haven the next day. There he was treated for fleas, dewormed, vaccinated and neutered. He also went through a 3 week quarantine period before being allowed to join the other cats in the garden apartment.

Tofu is now between 3 and 4 years old (as of October 2024) and in perfect health. His long, silky coat has become a bright white again, beautifully complemented by his striking amber eyes.

He is a gentle and relaxed cat. He does not seem to be at all impressed by the large group of cats in the garden apartment, where the two shelter dogs also roam freely.

What really makes Tofu special is his loving nature!

He loves to be cuddled and pampered by everyone. Although he can be encouraged to play, he enjoys all the affection he can get the most. Unfortunately, in a large shelter like ours, there is not enough time for the individual attention that cats like Tofu need. He also needs regular grooming to keep his lush coat in top condition and his healthy skin.

Who wants to share their couch with this dream cat and give Tofu a loving and caring home that will last a lifetime?

Tofu is perfectly happy being an indoor cat and is not allowed to roam freely outdoors. Of course, this does not mean he would not like access to a screened balcony, catio or escape-proof garden.

Tofu is ready to fly to the EU, UK, Canada or the US. In some cases adoption to Switzerland is also possible. He will travel with his vaccination booklet and a rabies titer certificate from an accredited German lab.

If you are interested, then view our adoption procedure. And if you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

Ryan

In June 2023, a video of a paralyzed cat began circulating on Facebook.

She was thought to have been hit by a car, a tragic fate shared by many cats on the streets of Cairo. Koky, the founder of SHE, immediately sprang into action and organised the rescue.

On the scene it turned out that the injured cat had two kittens. Somehow she had managed to crawl back to her babies. So all three were brought to the Haven.

The mother cat was able to nurse her kittens for a while, but unfortunately died, as did one of the two male kittens. Koky took the remaining kitten home and nursed it by hand. When the little tomcat was healthy again, he was allowed to move to the Haven. His first sponsor named him Ryan.

Now Ryan is about one year old (October 2024) and has grown into a happy little guy. He clearly enjoyed his photoshoot!

With his glossy gray-white coat, slender build and oriental facial shape, Ryan is a real beauty — and his slightly squinted gaze is just adorable.

At the Haven, Ryan gets along with everyone – the other cats, the two shelter dogs, the staff and visitors. But most of all, he loves sitting next to Koky and sniffing all the cuddles. In his future home, he will definitely form a deep bond with his people. He would also like to have other feline friends to play with.

Indoor living is a must for Ryan, as it is for all SHE cats. However, he would be thrilled with access to a secure balcony, catio or cat-friendly garden to safely enjoy the outdoors. He is quite athletic, so safe spaces are important!

Now for the practical details: Ryan is flea free, dewormed, vaccinated and neutered. He also has a microchip and a certified rabies titer test.

Ryan is ready to travel to the EU, UK, Canada or the US. In some cases adoption to Switzerland is also possible. Of course he comes with all the necessary paperwork.

Did Ryan win your heart? If you are interested in adopting him, please check out to our adoption process. And don't hesitate to contact us.

Nicky

❗ This is a confirmed cat ❗

Our girl Nicky her story started on the streets, like most Haven cats. The life of a street cat is full of dangers. In her case the danger was a collision with a motorcycle.

Her back legs were broken and she also suffered paralysis in her rear end.

There was a woman who would sometimes give Nicky something to eat. She noticed the condition Nicky was in and contacted Haven to ask if they could help. – And they could.

Nicky has now had months to regain her strength. And recover. She has lost her left hind leg. Her paralysis has not improved. But it could have been worse.

Nicky is fortunately mobile. See the video below. She can use her right hind leg to stand up. This allows Nicky to use the litter box. So she is independent.

Nicky has now received her vaccinations. This against common cat diseases and Rabies. Has had anti-flea treatment and deworming treatment. And is also chipped and sterilized.

So now she has become a three-legged girl who has to rely on her front legs to get around. She can crawl onto a chair but otherwise stays at ground level.

Socially Nicky is a bit shy at first. But after a while when she knows you and knows you can be trusted she is friendly and you can touch her.

She is good with other cats and cat-friendly dogs.

It seems obvious but we have to mention it; She must never be in danger again. Her adopter must be able to guarantee her a safe home.

If you would like to investigate whether adopting Nicky is an option, please take a look at our adoption procedure. And don't hesitate to contact us.