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BAYA

European Shorthair · Female · Young · 2 years

Baya was rescued from the street. After a period of socialization, it’s now time for her to find a kind, loving, and patient family. She’ll need some time to build trust, as she’s shy, but her sweet tooth will help ease the bonding process. Access to the outdoors is essential so she can enjoy fresh air once she’s settled comfortably in your home. This little lady will continue to make progress once she feels safe and secure within her new family.

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Baya a été recueillie de la rue. Après un temps de sociabilisation, il est l’heure pour elle de trouver une famille bienveillante, aimante et patiente. Elle aura besoin de temps pour prendre confiance car elle est timide, mais sa gourmandise facilitera la relation Un accès à l’extérieur est nécessaire pour qu’elle retrouve le bon air une fois qu’elle sera bien installée chez vous. Cette minette va encore faire des progrès une fois en confiance dans sa famille

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇫🇷Grenoble
Shelter
SPA du Dauphine
Cared for by SPA du Dauphine · GrenobleLearn about European Shorthair →
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Bringing BAYA home

What you'll need for BAYA in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 BAYA

What life with BAYA looks like

BAYA is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA du Dauphine in Grenoble.

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 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.

Grenoble, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting BAYA, answered.

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