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Adopt FIRST (RESERVE)

Male · Adult · 5 years

First was found in a divagation on the highway. It is a shy cat that needs time to adapt to its new environment. A quiet and secure home is essential for its development. We invite you to complete the certificate of commitment and knowledge before coming to meet him at the shelter. Available on our site as well as by email via the contact form. All adoptions must be preceded by a shelter presentation to all members of the household.

Read original (fr)

First a été trouvé en divagation sur la voie publique. C'est un chat timide qui a besoin de temps pour s'adapter à son nouvel environnement. Un foyer calme et sécurisant est essentiel pour son épanouissement. Nous vous invitons à remplir le certificat d'engagement et de connaissance avant de venir à sa rencontre au refuge. Disponible sur notre site ainsi que par mail via le formulaire de contact. Toutes les adoptions doivent être précédées d’une présentation en refuge à l’ensemble des membres du foyer.

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇫🇷Pornic
Shelter
SPA Pornic
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Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing FIRST (RESERVE) home

What you'll need for FIRST (RESERVE) in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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 FIRST (RESERVE)

What life with FIRST (RESERVE) looks like

FIRST (RESERVE) is a adult cat waiting at SPA Pornic in Pornic.

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.

Pornic, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting FIRST (RESERVE), answered.

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