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Adopt BABEL

Male · Adult · 6 years

BABEL is a sweet and affectionate cat who came to us from a pound in the Gironde. He tested positive for the Calicivirus and will not have access to the outdoors. He is a very endearing cat who is close to humans and is looking for a family ready to offer him the love and care he needs. He is currently undergoing treatment for an eye condition. BABEL lives in a foster home for now, so don't hesitate to contact an agent to meet him. He is a loving cat who deserves to find his forever home!

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Babel est un chat doux et affectueux, qui nous vient d'une fourrière de la Gironde. Il a été testé positif au Calicivirus et ne pourra pas avoir accès à l'extérieur. C'est un chat très attachant et proche de l'homme qui cherche une famille prête à lui offrir l'amour et les soins dont il a besoin. Il est actuellement sous traitement pour un soin à l'œil. Babel vit en famille relais pour l'instant, n'hésitez pas à vous rapprocher d'un.e agent.e pour le rencontrer. C'est un amour de chat qui mérite de trouver son foyer pour la vie !

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Rennes
Shelter
SPA Rennes
Living with BABEL
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Cared for by SPA Rennes · Rennes

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing BABEL home

What you'll need for BABEL in week one.

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  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
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    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 BABEL

What life with BABEL looks like

BABEL is a medium-sized adult cat waiting at SPA Rennes in Rennes.

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.

Note from the shelter: Calicivirus positive - requires indoor-only lifestyle and ongoing eye treatment

🇫🇷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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting BABEL, answered.

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