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Aïko

Male

Beautiful gray tabby and white cat, still somewhat disoriented by his abandonment. He’s starting to feel more comfortable in his new surroundings. He’s gentle and affectionate. He’s looking for a calm, loving home with attentive owners who don’t have young children.

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Superbe chat gris tigré et blanc encore un peu décontenancé par son abandon. Il prend ses repères .Il est gentil et affectueux. Il cherche un foyer calme et aimant avec des maîtres présents sans jeunes enfants.

Size
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Age
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Location
🇫🇷Saint-Étienne
Shelter
SPA Saint-Étienne Loire
Living with Aïko
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by SPA Saint-Étienne Loire · Saint-Étienne
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Aïko home

What you'll need for Aïko in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

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    €30–60

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About Aïko

What life with Aïko looks like

Aïko is a adult cat waiting at SPA Saint-Étienne Loire in Saint-Étienne.

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 France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

Saint-Étienne, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Aïko, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Aïko?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Saint-Étienne Loire handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Aïko on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Aïko if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Saint-Étienne Loire 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Aïko 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 Aïko 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 SPA Saint-Étienne Loire early rather than rehoming privately; they know Aïko 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 (FR). 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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