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Cosmo

European Shorthair · Male

Cosmo, a shy but loving cat in search of a family, was left at the shelter after being found wandering in a garden. He is still a bit reserved and observes the world with caution, but he is already starting to appreciate moments of tenderness: he loves cuddles and appreciates when someone takes the time to care for him.His future family will need to be gentle, patient and understanding, as he has come a long way and needs time to feel confident. Once this step is passed, he will know how to return all the love given to him.If you are ready to offer him a reassuring presence and a stable home, Cosmo will be a faithful and grateful companion.

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Cosmo, un chat timide mais plein d’amour en quête d’une familleCosmo a été déposé devant le refuge après avoir été trouvé errant dans un jardin. Pour l’instant, il reste un peu réservé et observe le monde avec prudence, mais il commence déjà à apprécier les moments de tendresse : il adore les caresses et qu’on prenne le temps de s’occuper de lui.Sa future famille devra être douce, patiente et compréhensive, car il revient de loin et a besoin de temps pour se sentir en confiance. Une fois cette étape passée, il saura rendre tout l’amour qu’on lui donnera.Si vous êtes prêt·e à lui offrir une présence rassurante et un foyer stable, Cosmo sera un compagnon fidèle et reconnaissant.

Size

Small

Age

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Location

🇫🇷France

Shelter

SPA Côtes d

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Cosmo home

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About Cosmo

What life with Cosmo looks like

Cosmo is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA Côtes d in France.

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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Cosmo, answered.

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