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Basquiat

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 10 years

Hello, my little artist name is Basquiat. I am a neutered male Chihuahua, who arrived at Oasis at the end of June 2026, because the situation in my old home was no longer suitable for me. Indeed, the family had grown with the arrival of a baby, and my strong character no longer allowed a serene cohabitation. While my health is fine, it is my behavior that we have a few things to discuss. My former owners explained to the caregivers that, since my castration a few years ago, my strong character has intensified and I do not let anyone approach me. At Oasis, I found refuge with a person, and she can do everything to me, or almost. However, with the rest of the team, it is a bit more complicated. That's why, if you want to adopt me, you will need to be already used to dogs, and more particularly to those who, like me, need a more specific approach than my friends. The presence of other dogs and cats does not bother me, but it will not be possible for me to cohabitate with children. A calm and reassuring home, composed of present and stable people, will be essential for my fulfillment.

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Bonjour, mon petit nom d’artiste, c’est Basquiat. Je suis un chihuahua mâle castré, arrivé à l’Oasis fin juin 2026, car la situation dans mon ancienne maison ne me convenait plus. En effet, la famille s’étant agrandie avec l’arrivée d’un bébé, mon caractère bien trempé ne permettait plus une cohabitation sereine. Si, au niveau de ma santé, tout va bien, c’est au niveau de mon comportement que nous avons quelques petites choses à discuter. Mes anciens propriétaires ont expliqué aux gardiennes que, depuis ma castration il y a quelques années, mon caractère bien trempé s’est accentué et que je ne laisse pas n’importe qui m’approcher. À l’Oasis, j’ai trouvé refuge auprès d’une personne, et elle peut tout me faire, ou presque. En revanche, avec le reste de l’équipe, c’est un peu plus compliqué. C’est pourquoi, si l’on souhaite m’adopter, il sera nécessaire d’être déjà habitué aux chiens, et plus particulièrement à ceux qui, comme moi, ont besoin d’une approche plus spécifique que mes copains. La présence d’autres chiens et des chats ne me dérange pas, mais il ne sera pas possible que je cohabite avec des enfants. Un foyer calme et rassurant, composé de personnes présentes et stables, sera indispensable à mon épanouissement.

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
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Shelter
Oasis des vétérans
Living with Basquiat
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Oasis des vétéransLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Basquiat home

What you'll need for Basquiat 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 Basquiat

What life with Basquiat looks like

Basquiat is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Oasis des vétérans.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Basquiat, answered.

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