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Léon

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 11 years

Leon is a male castrated spitz. He arrived at Oasis in April 2026 due to health issues that his owners could no longer afford. He has diabetes, which is not the easiest condition to manage, especially since I am not always very cooperative. If you would like more information about my diabetes and how it is managed, I invite you to discuss it with my caregivers, who will be happy to talk to you about me. In addition to my diabetes, I have recurring ear infections, which need to be monitored. My short tail is congenital; I have a certificate that allows me to travel. As for my character, as I said, I am not always easy to handle during handling. That's why I'm looking for a patient and calm family who will help me manage myself and, above all, take my health very seriously. Apart from that, I get along well with dogs, but cohabitation with cats and young children should be avoided. So yes, there are quite a few small constraints regarding me, but I am a little grandpa who also knows how to be very affectionate, gentle and still have energy to accompany you on your adventures.

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Mon petit nom, c’est Léon, et je suis un spitz mâle castré. Mon arrivée à l’Oasis en avril 2026 fait suite à mes problèmes de santé que mes propriétaires ne pouvaient plus assumer financièrement. En effet, je suis atteint de diabète, et ce n’est pas la maladie la plus simple à gérer, surtout que je ne suis pas toujours très coopératif. Si vous souhaitez plus d’informations concernant mon diabète et la manière dont il est géré, je vous invite à en discuter avec mes gardiennes, qui prendront un grand plaisir à vous parler de moi. En dehors de mon diabète, je fais des otites à répétition, qu’il est important de surveiller. Ma queue courte est de naissance ; je possède un certificat qui me permet de voyager. Concernant mon caractère, comme je vous l’ai dit, je ne suis pas toujours facile lors des manipulations. C’est pourquoi je recherche une famille patiente et calme qui saura m’aider à me gérer et, surtout, qui prendra ma santé très au sérieux. Mis à part cela, je m’entends bien avec les chiens, mais la cohabitation avec les chats et les jeunes enfants sera à éviter. Alors oui, il y a pas mal de petites contraintes me concernant, mais je suis un petit papy qui sait aussi être très attachant, doux et qui a encore de l’énergie pour vous accompagner dans vos aventures.

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇨🇭
Shelter
Oasis des vétérans
Living with Léon
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Léon home

What you'll need for Léon 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 Léon

What life with Léon looks like

Léon is a senior mixed breed cat waiting at Oasis des vétérans.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Léon, answered.

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