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Adopt FILOU

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

FILOU was abandoned following a separation and move. He is an outdoor-loving cat who didn't enjoy being confined! He is okay with other cats and dogs but prefers light petting and doesn't enjoy excessive cuddling. Avoid placing him with children.

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Filou a été abandonné suite à une séparation et un déménagement. C'est un chat qui adore l'extérieur et n'aimait pas resté enfermé! Ok chats et chiens Il est ok avec le contact mais prefere des petites caresses. Eviter un placement avec enfants.

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Hazebrouck
Shelter
Coeur de Flandres)
Living with FILOU
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing FILOU home

What you'll need for FILOU 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
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    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 FILOU

What life with FILOU looks like

FILOU is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Coeur de Flandres) in Hazebrouck.

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.

Hazebrouck, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting FILOU, answered.

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