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Male · Young · 3 years

CHESTER is a cat about 2 years old, found in the street. Despite a difficult start in life, he is now very gentle, affectionate, and close to humans. A big foodie, he particularly enjoys mealtime and tender moments. CHESTER is diabetic, which requires daily insulin treatment and a suitable diet. A stable routine and attentive care will therefore be important for his well-being. To give him the best chances, CHESTER is eligible for the Family of Welcome Definitive (FAD) program. Under this program, medical expenses related to his diabetes are covered by the our shelter. He is also FIV positive (cat AIDS), which means his immune system is more fragile, but with a calm environment, good nutrition, and regular veterinary care, he can live many years in good conditions.

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Chester est un chat d’environ 2 ans, retrouvé dans la rue. Malgré son début de vie difficile, il se montre aujourd’hui très gentil, câlin et proche de l’humain. Grand gourmand, il apprécie particulièrement les moments de repas et les instants de tendresse. Chester est diabétique, ce qui nécessite un traitement quotidien à base d’insuline ainsi qu’une alimentation adaptée. Une routine stable et une personne attentive seront donc importantes pour assurer son bien-être. Afin de lui offrir les meilleures chances, Chester est éligible au dispositif de Famille d’Accueil Définitive (FAD). Dans ce cadre, les frais médicaux liés à son diabète sont pris en charge par la SPA. Il est également FIV positif (sida du chat). Cela signifie que son système immunitaire est plus fragile, mais avec un environnement calme, une bonne alimentation et un suivi vétérinaire régulier, il peut vivre de nombreuses années dans de bonnes conditions.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇫🇷Cholet
Shelter
SPA Cholet
Living with CHESTER
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Cared for by SPA Cholet · Cholet

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing CHESTER home

What you'll need for CHESTER 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 CHESTER

What life with CHESTER looks like

CHESTER is a medium-sized young adult cat waiting at SPA Cholet in Cholet.

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.

Note from the shelter: Diabetic requiring daily insulin treatment and special diet. FIV positive with compromised immune system requiring calm environment and regular veterinary monitoring.

🇫🇷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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting CHESTER, answered.

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