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ALBATOR

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

He is called ALBATOR... and behind this pirate name hides a very gentle cat. This 5-year-old black European is a great sensitive one. A bit shy, ALBATOR quickly becomes an excellent playmate who is deeply affectionate. He is not looking for adventure, but a quiet home where he can finally lower his guard. FIV+, he can still live a beautiful and long life indoors, surrounded by love and stability. ALBATOR just needs a kind family who will know how to play with him and love him as he deserves. What if his best journey finally starts with you?

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Il s’appelle Albator… et derrière ce nom de pirate se cache un chat tout en douceur, curieux et affectueux. Ce magnifique européen noir de 5 ans est un grand sensible. Un brin timide, Albator devient vite un excellent compagnon de jeux profondément attachant. Il a cependant son seuil de tolérance, comme tout chat qui se respecte, et sait dire stop quand il n'a plus envie de caresses ou envie de jouer! Il ne cherche pas l’aventure, mais un foyer tranquille où il pourra enfin baisser la garde. Ce beau Loulou est plutôt exclusif et il serait bien qu'il soit le seul félin de la famille. FIV+, il peut pourtant vivre une belle et longue vie en intérieur, entouré d’amour et de stabilité. Albator a juste besoin d’une famille douce qui saura jouer avec lui et l'aimer comme il le mérite. Et si son plus beau voyage commençait enfin avec vous ?

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇫🇷Vichy
Shelter
SPA Vichy (Brugheas)
Cared for by SPA Vichy (Brugheas) · VichyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing ALBATOR home

What you'll need for ALBATOR in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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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
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About ALBATOR

What life with ALBATOR looks like

ALBATOR is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at SPA Vichy (Brugheas) in Vichy.

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.

Vichy, France browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting ALBATOR, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about ALBATOR?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Vichy (Brugheas) handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw ALBATOR on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt ALBATOR if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Vichy (Brugheas) 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 ALBATOR 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 ALBATOR 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 Vichy (Brugheas) early rather than rehoming privately; they know ALBATOR 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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