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Adopt Edelweiss

Female · Adult · 10 years

Edelweiss is a sweet little cat who arrived from a pound, with a unfortunate past that remains unknown. Initially naturally shy, she simply needs a bit of time to feel secure. Once reassured, she reveals a very gentle, affectionate, and cuddly personality. Edelweiss suffers from potentially chronic pancreatitis, which will require regular and appropriate follow-up with a veterinarian. That's why she is being offered as an SOS adoption: she deserves to find a patient and attentive family ready to give her the stability and care she needs. Despite her fragility, Edelweiss has a lot of love to give and will touch the hearts of those who give her a chance.

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Edelweiss est une jolie petite chatte arrivée de fourrière, avec un passé malheureusement inconnu. Naturellement timide au premier abord, elle a simplement besoin d’un peu de temps pour se sentir en confiance. Une fois rassurée, elle révèle une personnalité très douce, affectueuse et câline. Edelweiss souffre d’une pancréatite potentiellement chronique, ce qui nécessitera un suivi régulier et adapté chez un vétérinaire. C’est pourquoi elle est proposée en adoption SOS : elle mérite de trouver une famille patiente et attentionnée, prête à lui offrir la stabilité et les soins dont elle a besoin. Malgré sa fragilité, Edelweiss a beaucoup d’amour à donner et saura toucher le cœur de ceux qui lui laisseront sa chance.

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇫🇷Vannes
Shelter
SPA Vannes
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Cared for by SPA Vannes · Vannes

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Bringing Edelweiss home

What you'll need for Edelweiss 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 Edelweiss

What life with Edelweiss looks like

Edelweiss is a adult cat waiting at SPA Vannes in Vannes.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Edelweiss, answered.

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