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Mathilde

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Mathilde comes from far away... When DAB found her, she was very thin and her fur was all damaged. Moreover, she was pregnant and her condition was really catastrophic. She joined a foster family that took good care of the whole little family. Since then, her kittens have been placed and her coat has become magnificent. She is a beautiful tabby. Having lived almost always outside, she is still quite shy, a little afraid of humans with whom she has not had many positive contacts. But she has been improving clearly lately and allows to be petted when she is given food... It will just take a little patience and she will certainly appreciate the cuddles. She obviously needs an outdoor space. Who will fall for this nice face? She is waiting patiently for the person who will know how to love her and give her the necessary time to adapt.

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Mathilde revient de loin… Lorsque DAB l'a découverte, elle était toute maigre et son poil tout abîmé. De plus elle était gestante et son état était vraiment catastrophique. Elle a rejoint une famille d'accueil qui a bien pris soin de toute la petite famille. Depuis, ses chatons ont été placés et son pelage est devenu magnifique. C’est une superbe minette. Ayant pratiquement toujours vécu dehors elle est encore assez craintive, a un peu peur de l'humain avec qui elle n'a pas eu beaucoup de contacts positifs. Mais elle s'améliore très nettement depuis quelques temps et se laisse caresser quand on lui donne à manger… Il suffira juste d’un peu de patience et elle appréciera sans nul doute les câlins. Elle a évidemment besoin d'un extérieur. Qui craquera pour cette jolie bouille? Elle attend de pattes fermes la personne qui saura l'aimer et lui laissera le temps nécessaire pour s'adapter.

Size
Small
Age
—
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
Défense Animale Belfort (D.A.B.)
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Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Mathilde home

What you'll need for Mathilde 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 Mathilde

What life with Mathilde looks like

Mathilde is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Défense Animale Belfort (D.A.B.) in France.

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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

France, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mathilde, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Mathilde?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Défense Animale Belfort (D.A.B.) handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Mathilde on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Mathilde if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Défense Animale Belfort (D.A.B.) 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Mathilde 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 Mathilde 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 Défense Animale Belfort (D.A.B.) early rather than rehoming privately; they know Mathilde 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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