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MISTINGUETTE

Female · Adult · 5 years

MISTINGUETTE arrived at the shelter with her newborn kitten, then was placed in foster care so the little one could grow in the best possible conditions. When she arrived, she was so stressed that she wouldn’t eat. After a few days, she started to eat a little bit, and she’s now a real glutton! She’s a very sensitive and rather shy cat, but one who can be handled. If she tends to hide at first, once she’s put at ease she becomes playful and fun. She’ll need adopters who are patient and gentle, who will know how to let her come to them on her own to seek contact. When she feels secure, she rolls over to ask for petting and purrs easily. She gets along wonderfully with her daughter Canaille, who has become a true friend and a rather sporty playmate. MISTINGUETTE loves to hide up high and adores toys, especially strings and mini plushes. She’ll make the happy adopters who are willing to give her a chance and adapt to her at her own pace. Placement with her daughter Canaille (343115) is ideal; possibility of placement with dogs if they are respectful of cats. Indoor placement only.

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Mistinguette est arrivée au refuge avec son chaton nouveau né, puis placer en famille d’accueil pour que la petite puisse grandir dans les meilleures conditions possible. Lorsqu’elle est arrivée, elle était si stressée qu’elle ne mangeait pas. Après quelques jours, elle a commencé à manger un petit peu, et c’est desormais c’est une vraie gloutonne ! C’est une chatte très sensible et plutôt craintive, mais qui se laisse manipuler. Si elle a plutôt tendance à se cacher au début, une fois mise en confiance elle devient joueuse et amusante. Elle aura besoin d’adoptants patients et doux, qui sauront la laisser venir d’elle même chercher le contact. Lorsqu’elle se sent en confiance, elle se roule pour réclamer les caresses et ronronne facilement. Elle s’entend merveilleusement bien avec sa fille Canaille, qui est devenue une vraie amie pour elle et une partenaire de jeu plutôt sportif. Mistinguette aime se cacher en hauteur et adore les jouets, notamment les ficelles et les mini peluches. Elle fera le bonheur d’adoptants prêts à lui laisser sa chance, et une adaptation à son rythme. Placement avec sa fille Canaille (343115) idéalement ; possibilité de placer avec des chiens si ceux ci sont respectueux des chats. Placement en intérieur.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
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Shelter
SPA de Lyon et du Sud-Est
Living with MISTINGUETTE
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Cared for by SPA de Lyon et du Sud-Est

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing MISTINGUETTE home

What you'll need for MISTINGUETTE 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 MISTINGUETTE

What life with MISTINGUETTE looks like

MISTINGUETTE is a adult cat waiting at SPA de Lyon et du Sud-Est.

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. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting MISTINGUETTE, answered.

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