How do I contact the shelter about Balou?

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

Can I adopt Balou if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — AniMeaux 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 Balou 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 Balou 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 AniMeaux early rather than rehoming privately; they know Balou 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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Balou

European Shorthair · Male · Kitten · 3 months

Balou, le petit aventurier au grand cœur 🐾 Câlin, joueur, gourmand et toujours prêt à faire le pitre, Balou est un adorable petit aventurier qui ne manque jamais une occasion de mettre un peu d’animation dans la maison ! 😸 Lorsqu’il était encore chaton, Balou a été victime d’une mauvaise chute qui lui a occasionné une fracture de la patte avant ainsi que de la patte arrière. Sa famille d’accueil a pris soin de lui pendant toute sa convalescence et, malgré ce mauvais départ, Balou n’a jamais perdu son incroyable joie de vivre. Aujourd’hui, il est parfaitement soigné. Il conservera toutefois une petite particularité : sa patte arrière reste légèrement tordue. Mais rassurez-vous, Balou ne semble absolument pas s’en préoccuper et vit sa vie à 100 à l’heure ! 🥰 🏡 Son futur foyer Pour préserver sa sécurité et éviter tout risque de nouvelle chute ou de blessure, Balou devra vivre exclusivement en intérieur. La vie en appartement lui conviendra donc parfaitement, à condition de lui offrir suffisamment d’espace et surtout de quoi satisfaire son besoin de jouer et de se dépenser. 😉 Il a déjà vécu avec d’autres chats et des chiens, avec lesquels la cohabitation s’est très bien passée. 🐱🐶 Balou a également été en contact d’enfants, et il pourra tout à fait partager son quotidien avec eux, à condition que ceux-ci soient respectueux de ses besoins et de son espace. Et puis, entre les séances de jeu et les câlins, il aura certainement de quoi les occuper ! ❤️ Si vous recherchez un compagnon plein de vie, affectueux et légèrement clown sur les bords, Balou pourrait bien être celui qu’il vous faut. Balou attend maintenant sa famille pour la vie. Venez le rencontrer… mais attention, il risque fort de vous faire craquer ! 🐾

Size

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Age

Kitten · 3 months

Location

🇫🇷Meaux

Shelter

AniMeaux

Living with Balou

✓Good with dogs
✓Good with cats
✓Good with kids

Cared for by AniMeaux · Meaux Learn about European Shorthair →

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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Balou home

What you'll need for Balou in week one.

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About Balou

What life with Balou looks like

Balou is a puppy/kitten european shorthair cat waiting at AniMeaux in Meaux.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇫🇷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.

Meaux, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Balou, answered.

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