How do I contact the shelter about Menino?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Valais handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Menino on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Menino if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Valais 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 Menino 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 Menino 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 SPA Valais early rather than rehoming privately; they know Menino 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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Menino

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

This 4-year-old beautiful cat arrived at the shelter because his owner unfortunately developed an allergy. **Character:** He is very shy with people he doesn't know, needing time to trust. Once comfortable and trusting, he is affectionate and enjoys cuddles. **Status:** Still very stressed from his recent arrival, he needs time to adjust to his new environment. Please give him the time he needs to settle and feel safe. **Compatibility:** * Children: OK * Cats: To be assessed * Dogs: To be assessed **Find him a home:** We are looking for a calm and patient home that will respect his pace and provide the stability he needs. Access to the outdoors is also essential so he can continue to enjoy his walks. We hope a family will open their hearts to him and give him the second chance he deserves. **Contact:** For more information or to offer him a second chance, please contact us by phone at 02. Please do not contact us by message, email or social media.

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🐾 À la recherche de sa famille pour la vie Ce beau chat âgé de 4 ans est arrivé chez nous car son propriétaire a malheureusement développé une allergie. ❤️ Caractère De nature très timide lorsqu’il ne connaît pas les personnes, il a besoin de temps pour accorder sa confiance. Une fois à l’aise et en confiance, il se montre câlin et apprécie les moments de tendresse. Son arrivée au refuge étant encore récente, il est actuellement très stressé et a besoin de temps pour s’adapter à son nouvel environnement. Il faudra donc lui laisser le temps nécessaire pour prendre ses marques et se sentir en sécurité. 👧 Enfants : OK 🐱 Chats : à évaluer 🐶 Chiens : à évaluer 🏡 Son futur foyer Nous recherchons pour lui un foyer calme et patient, qui saura respecter son rythme et lui offrir la stabilité dont il a besoin. Un accès à l’extérieur sera également indispensable afin qu’il puisse continuer à profiter de ses sorties. Nous espérons qu’une famille saura lui ouvrir son cœur et lui offrir la seconde chance qu’il mérite. ❤️🐾 📞 Pour tout renseignement complémentaire ou si vous souhaitez lui offrir une seconde chance, merci de nous contacter uniquement par téléphone au 02. ❗ Merci de ne pas nous contacter par message, e-mail ou via les réseaux sociaux.

Size

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇨🇭Uvrier

Shelter

SPA Valais

Living with Menino

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Good with kids

Cared for by SPA Valais · Uvrier Learn about European Shorthair →

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Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Menino home

What you'll need for Menino in week one.

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About Menino

What life with Menino looks like

Menino is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA Valais in Uvrier.

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 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.

Uvrier, Switzerland — browse more cats in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Menino, answered.

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