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Minette

Mixed Breed · Female

Alvia, La Voix des Animaux A Heart to Adopt: The Story of Minette Her painful past, her indomitable spirit On March 1, 2024, a tiny soul was found, frightened and alone, in a cemetery. Minette, barely born, was fighting for her survival, her skeletal body and severely infected eyes bearing witness to a beginning of life marked by unspeakable cruelty. The association ALVIA la Voix des Animaux took her in, giving her the urgent care and the love she desperately needed. Despite all the efforts, life has left indelible marks: Minette is unfortunately blind in one eye and visually impaired in the other. But do not be mistaken, her spirit is intact, filled with a strength and a gentleness that touch the heart. An ideal companion despite her disability Minette is far more than the sum of her trials. She is an incredibly resilient cat, full of life and love to give. Her visual impairment does not prevent her from thriving or from seeking affection. She has shown that she is perfectly comfortable with other cats, dogs and even children. Her ability to adapt and to love is a true lesson in life. She asks for only one thing: a family that can see beyond her eyes and discover the beauty of her soul. The call to love: offer Minette a home The association ALVIA la Voix des Animaux has done its part, but Minette needs yours. She dreams of a warm home where she can finally know the safety, the caresses and the unconditional love she so deserves. Adopting Minette is not only giving her a roof; it is welcoming a source of inspiration, living proof that love and resilience can triumph over anything. Her disability is part of her story, but her heart is her true strength. How to help Minette? If you are ready to open your heart and your home to this wonderful cat, or if you would like to learn more about Minette and the association ALVIA la v

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Un Cœur à Adopter : L'Histoire de Minette ​ Son passé douloureux, son esprit indomptable Le 1er mars 2024, une petite âme a été découverte, apeurée et seule, dans un cimetière. Minette, à peine née, luttait pour sa survie, son corps squelettique et ses yeux gravement infectés témoignant d'un début de vie d'une cruauté inouïe. L'association ALVIA la voix des Animaux l'a recueillie, lui offrant les soins urgents et l'amour dont elle avait désespérément besoin. Malgré tous les efforts, la vie a laissé des marques indélébiles : Minette est malheureusement aveugle d'un œil et malvoyante de l'autre. Mais ne vous y trompez pas, son esprit est intact, rempli d'une force et d'une douceur qui touchent au cœur. Une compagne idéale malgré son handicap Minette est bien plus que la somme de ses épreuves. C'est une chatte incroyablement résiliente, pleine de vie et d'amour à donner. Son handicap visuel ne l'empêche en rien de s'épanouir et de chercher la tendresse. Elle a prouvé qu'elle est parfaitement à l'aise avec les autres chats, les chiens et même les enfants. Sa capacité à s'adapter et à aimer est une véritable leçon de vie. Elle ne demande qu'une chose : une famille qui saura voir au-delà de ses yeux, pour découvrir la beauté de son âme. ​ L'Appel à l'amour : offrez un foyer à minette L'association ALVIA la voix des Animaux a fait sa part, mais Minette a besoin de la vôtre. Elle rêve d'un foyer chaleureux où elle pourra enfin connaître la sécurité, les caresses et l'amour inconditionnel qu'elle mérite tant. Adopter Minette, ce n'est pas seulement lui offrir un toit, c'est accueillir une source d'inspiration, une preuve vivante que l'amour et la résilience peuvent triompher de tout. Son handicap est une partie de son histoire, mais son cœur est sa véritable force. Comment aider Minette ? Si vous êtes prêt(e) à ouvrir votre cœur et votre foyer à cette merveilleuse chatte, ou si vous souhaitez en savoir plus sur Minette et l'association ALVIA la voix des Animaux, n'hésitez pa

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🇫🇷France
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Alvia La Voix Des Animaux
Living with Minette
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Alvia La Voix Des Animaux · FranceLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Minette home

What you'll need for Minette in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    €25–40
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    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Minette

What life with Minette looks like

Minette is an adult mixed breed cat waiting at Alvia La Voix Des Animaux 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 Minette, answered.

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