How do I contact the shelter about Artie?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA de l handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Artie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Artie if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA de l 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 Artie 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 Artie 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 de l early rather than rehoming privately; they know Artie 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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Artie

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Artie is a sweet, big cat with lots of love to give. ❤️ He is used to living with other cats and has also lived with a dog in the past. He previously lived in a quiet home, and the move to the shelter is taking some time to adjust. Little by little, Artie is gaining confidence, discovering his new environment and starting to find his place. 🥰 Artie is FIV positive. FIV is not transmitted to humans and does not prevent a cat from enjoying a good life. 🐾 He needs a gentle and patient family who will give him time to open up fully. Behind his big size is a sweet cat who just wants to give and receive a lot of love.🏡 📄 As with any adoption, a valid certificate of commitment and knowledge must be presented at least 7 days before adoption. 🐾 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 1:30pm - 4:30pm Saturday 2:00pm - 5:00pm Copyright © 2025. All rights reserved SPA de l'Yonne. Made with ♥ by Au Service du Web

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Artie est un adorable gros matou qui a beaucoup d’amour à donner. ❤️ Habitué à vivre avec d’autres chats, il a également côtoyé un chien par le passé. Il vivait auparavant dans un foyer calme, et l’arrivée au refuge lui demande un petit temps d’adaptation. Petit à petit, Artie prend confiance, découvre son nouvel environnement et commence à trouver ses marques. 🥰 Artie est FIV positif. Le FIV ne se transmet pas à l’humain et n’empêche pas un chat de profiter d’une belle vie. 🐾 Il lui faudra une famille douce et patiente, qui lui laissera le temps de s’ouvrir pleinement. Derrière sa grande carrure se cache un gentil matou qui ne demande qu’à donner et recevoir beaucoup d’amour.🏡 📄 Comme pour toute adoption, un certificat d’engagement et de connaissance valide devra être présenté au minimum 7 jours avant l’adoption. 🐾 lundi, mercredi, jeudi13h30 – 16h30samedi14h00 – 17h00 Copyright © 2025. Tous droits réservés SPA de l’Yonne. Fais avec ♥️ par Au Service du Web

Size

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Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇫🇷Auxerre

Shelter

SPA de l

Living with Artie

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Bringing Artie home

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About Artie

What life with Artie looks like

Artie is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at SPA de l in Auxerre.

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.

Auxerre, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Artie, answered.

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