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Bambu

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

Bambu is a beautiful Russian Blue cat who was found in a cat colony in San Pedro de Alcántara. He didn't belong to that colony and, after being rescued, he arrived at Triple A in July 2020 to be neutered. He eventually stayed with us. Sadly, shortly after his arrival, some work was being carried out at the shelter and, due to an oversight by the workers, Bambu managed to escape. We never heard from him again. The years went by, and it seemed that his story would remain unresolved. Then, on 12 October 2026, he was picked up by the local Animal Health Department and brought back to Triple A. When we scanned his microchip, we discovered something incredible: it was Bambu, the cat we had lost more than six years earlier! After all that time, he had found his way back to us. On his arrival, he was tested for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV). Both tests were negative. Bambu is an affectionate cat. He approaches people and asks for attention, enjoys being stroked and appreciates human company. However, he does not get along well with other cats, so sharing a home with them could be difficult for him. He is currently readjusting to life in a safe, enclosed environment and learning to share his space with other cats. He is free to roam around the Triple A premises rather than being kept in a room, and we are continuing to observe how he settles in. After so many years away, Bambu needs peace and time to get used to this new chapter in his life. We would love him to find a home where he can receive all the attention and affection he deserves, preferably as the only cat. 💗 His story took an unexpected turn when he reappeared after more than six years. Now we hope he can begin a new chapter, this time with the safety and love of a family to call his own. 🏡 To ensure his safety, windows and terraces must have suitable protective measures in place before adoption. 📩 Adoption enquiries: 📸 Follow us on Instagram:

Size

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Age

Adult · 7 years

Location

🇪🇸Marbella

Shelter

Triple A Marbella

Living with Bambu

✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✕Good with cats

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About Bambu

What life with Bambu looks like

Bambu is an adult mixed breed cat waiting at Triple A Marbella in Marbella.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bambu, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bambu?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Triple A Marbella handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bambu on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bambu if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Triple A Marbella 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Bambu 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 Bambu 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 Triple A Marbella early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bambu 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 (EN). 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.