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Lilian

European Shorthair Β· Female Β· Young Β· 1 year

🐾 Hi, my name is Lilian. I am a young, curious, and very sweet kitty. I love observing everything, playing with anything that moves, and finding a cozy little spot to snuggle when I need some peace. They say I have a special gaze, one that speaks without saying a word. And maybe that's true, because all I want is for someone to see me as the perfect companion to share their life with. I dream of a home where I will be loved, cared for, and allowed to grow surrounded by affection. I have a lot of love to give and I am ready to start my story with a family that values me just as I am. πŸ’– Would you like to meet me and give me the chance to have a forever home? For more information on adoptions:

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🐾 Hola, soy Lilian. Soy una gatita joven, curiosa y muy dulce. Me encanta observarlo todo, jugar con cualquier cosa que se mueva y buscar un rinconcito calentito donde acurrucarme cuando necesito tranquilidad. Dicen que tengo una mirada especial, de esas que hablan sin decir nada. Y quizΓ‘ sea verdad, porque lo ΓΊnico que deseo es que alguien vea en mΓ­ a la compaΓ±era perfecta para compartir su vida. SueΓ±o con un hogar donde me quieran, me cuiden y me dejen crecer rodeada de cariΓ±o. Tengo mucho amor para dar y estoy lista para empezar mi historia con una familia que me valore tal y como soy. πŸ’– ΒΏTe gustarΓ­a conocerme y darme la oportunidad de tener un hogar para siempre? Para mΓ‘s informaciΓ³n sobre adopciones: DESCUBRE CΓ“MO ECHARNOS UNA PATA

Size
β€”
Age
Young Β· 1 year
Location
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈSpain
Shelter
Animales Rioja
Cared for by Animales RiojaΒ Β· SpainLearn about European Shorthair β†’
More cats in Spain β†’

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Lilian home

What you'll need for Lilian in week one.

Hand-picked Β· 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 Lilian

What life with Lilian looks like

Lilian is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Animales Rioja 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 β€” every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈAdopting 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.

Spain, Spain β€” browse more cats in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lilian, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Lilian?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Animales Rioja handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Lilian on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Lilian if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Animales Rioja 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 Lilian 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Lilian isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Animales Rioja early rather than rehoming privately; they know Lilian 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 β€” 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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