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Leon

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 10 years

LEÓN arrives to our small family DAP after a request for help with a cat that seemed injured. He was taken to the veterinarian, and fortunately, it turned out to be just scratches from a fight. Despite his large size, LEÓN is a submissive cat who was likely abandoned in a feral cat colony where, as nice as he is, survival hasn't been easy. Now his life is going to change, and we want to find him a permanent family that knows what it means to truly and forever love. If it's yours, ask about him, our little big LEÓN????? Contact:

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LEÓN llega a nuestra pequeña familia DAP tras una petición de ayuda para un gato que parecía herido. Se le trasladó al veterinario y afortunadamente sólo eran arañazos de una pelea. A pesar de su gran tamaño, LEÓN es un gato sumiso que seguramente fuera abandonado hace tiempo en una colonia donde tan buenín como es, no ha tenido que tener fácil sobrevivir. Ahora su vida va a cambiar y queremos encontrarle una familia definitiva que sepa lo que es querer de verdad y para siempre. Si es la tuya, pregunta por él, nuestro pequeño gran LEÓN?????. Contacto: 667849696 – 657961568

Size
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Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
Protectora Defensa Animal Palentina
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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Leon home

What you'll need for Leon 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 Leon

What life with Leon looks like

Leon is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Protectora Defensa Animal Palentina in Spain.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Leon, answered.

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