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Adopt Euréka

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

I am Eureka. I am not the noisiest, nor the boldest... in fact, I am rather the type to observe the world from a distance, in silence. Sudden movements scare me, and I still have trouble believing that some hands can be gentle. But behind my shyness, there is a sensitive, calm cat who only asks for one thing: time. To understand that I am safe, to dare to approach, maybe one day to come and receive a caress. I will not be the cat who jumps into your arms on the first day... but if you are patient and let me move at my own pace, then I will surely become the one who grants you his trust. I need a calm home, gentle humans, and a bit of understanding. In exchange, I will offer you something precious: a sincere relationship, built step by step. Will you please give me a chance?

Read original (fr)

Moi, c’est Eureka. Je ne suis pas le plus bruyant, ni le plus audacieux… en fait, je suis plutôt du genre à observer le monde de loin, en silence. Les gestes brusques me font peur, et j’ai encore du mal à croire que certaines mains peuvent être douces. Mais derrière ma timidité, il y a un chat sensible, calme, qui ne demande qu’une chose : du temps. Pour comprendre que je suis en sécurité, pour oser m’approcher, pour un jour peut-être venir chercher une caresse. Je ne serai pas le chat qui saute dans tes bras dès le premier jour… mais si tu es patient et me laisses avancer à mon rythme, alors je deviendrai sûrement celui qui t’accordera sa confiance. J’ai besoin d’un foyer calme, d’humains doux, et d’un peu de compréhension. En échange, je t’offrirai quelque chose de précieux : une relation sincère, construite pas à pas. Tu veux bien me laisser ma chance ?

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Draguignan
Shelter
SPA Draguignan (Flayosc)
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Euréka home

What you'll need for Euréka 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 Euréka

What life with Euréka looks like

Euréka is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at SPA Draguignan (Flayosc) in Draguignan.

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 Euréka, answered.

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