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Jiji

European Shorthair · Female · Young · 2 years

Jiji is looking for a forever home. This beautiful 2-year-old panther was rescued by firefighters from a very difficult situation. Due to her past, Jiji is a somewhat distrustful and shy kitten at first; loud noises and sudden movements scare her. However, we know that beneath that armor is a huge amount of love waiting to come out. We are looking for a very patient, loving, and empathetic adopter for her, willing to respect her times. With love, Jiji will become the most wonderful companion. Help us change her story!

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Jiji busca un hogar definitivo. Esta preciosa panterita de 2 años fue rescatada por los bomberos de una situación muy difícil. Debido a su pasado, Jiji es una gatita algo desconfiada y tímida al principio; los ruidos fuertes y los movimientos bruscos le asustan. Sin embargo, sabemos que bajo esa coraza hay un amor inmenso esperando a salir. Buscamos para ella un adoptante muy paciente, cariñoso y empático, dispuesto a respetar sus tiempos. Con amor, Jiji se convertirá en la compañera más maravillosa. ¡Ayúdanos a cambiar su historia!

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇪🇸Madrid
Shelter
Centro de Proteccion Animal de Madrid
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Bringing Jiji home

What you'll need for Jiji 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
    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 Jiji

What life with Jiji looks like

Jiji is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Centro de Proteccion Animal de Madrid in Madrid.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Madrid, Spain — browse more cats in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Jiji, answered.

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