Golden Retriever · Female · 7 years
BAHIA is looking for her family. Bahia is calm and a bit shy at the moment. You will need to be patient with her. She was placed with a family but returned because she destroys things, gets bored, howls like a wolf and barks. She absolutely needs companionship.
Listed 6 months ago
Hand-picked · prices indicative
Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.
Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.
Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.
Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.
Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.
Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.
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BAHIA is a large adult golden retriever cat waiting at SPA Chilleurs-aux-Bois in Chilleurs.
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: Separation anxiety - destructive when bored or alone, howls and barks excessively
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.
Chilleurs, France — browse more cats in France.
