Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Benin

Male · Senior · 11 years

Bénin is a calm, shy, and curious cat. He loves observing his surroundings from a high vantage point, perched in his cat tree. He enjoys his independence but also loves asking for petting and treats. He’s looking for a calm home that will respect his pace and his personal space. Bénin gets along well with other cats, but we’re not sure how he’d get along with dogs.

FR·Show original

Bénin est un chat calme, timide et curieux. Il aime observer son environnement en hauteur, dans son arbre à chat. Il aime son autonomie, mais aime aussi demander des caresses et des friandises. Il cherche un foyer calme, qui saura respecter son rythme et son espace. Bénin s'entend avec ses congénères, mais nous ne connaissons pas ses ententes avec les chiens.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇫🇷Arras
Shelter
SPA Arras (Tilloy)
Cared for by SPA Arras (Tilloy) · Arras
More cats in Arras →More cats in France →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Benin home

What you'll need for Benin 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.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

    View on Amazon→
    €18–25
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

    View on Amazon→
    €30–60

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Benin

What life with Benin looks like

Benin is a medium-sized senior cat waiting at SPA Arras (Tilloy) in Arras.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇫🇷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.

Arras, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Benin, answered.

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

More from SPA Arras (Tilloy)

NUAGE, male 4yo mixed breed for adoption at SPA Arras (Tilloy), Arras
🇫🇷Arras, France

NUAGE

4 yearsMale
SHIRA, female young mixed breed for adoption at SPA Arras (Tilloy), Arras
🇫🇷Arras, France

SHIRA

1 yearFemale
MINETTE, female 4yo Mixed Breed for adoption at SPA Arras (Tilloy), Arras
🇫🇷Arras, France

MINETTE

Mixed Breed

4 yearsFemale
Similar animals

More cats looking for a home

Apollo, senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Auberge des 4 Pattes, Villeneuve-de-Duras
🇫🇷Villeneuve-de-Duras, France

Apollo

Mixed Breed · small

8 yearsUnknown
Chats, 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Auberge des 4 Pattes, Villeneuve-de-Duras
🇫🇷Villeneuve-de-Duras, France

Chats

Mixed Breed

5 yearsUnknown
Ginette, female puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at Auberge des 4 Pattes, Villeneuve-de-Duras
🇫🇷Villeneuve-de-Duras, France

Ginette

Mixed Breed · small

1 monthFemale
Chatons, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Auberge des 4 Pattes, Villeneuve-de-Duras
🇫🇷Villeneuve-de-Duras, France

Chatons

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Artémis, Mixed Breed for adoption at Félin Possible 76, felin possible 76
🇫🇷felin possible 76, France

Artémis

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown
BALLERINE, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Refuge Thiernay
🇫🇷France

BALLERINE

Mixed Breed

Female

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →