How do I contact the shelter about OLAF?

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

Can I adopt OLAF if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA d'Annecy Marlioz 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 OLAF 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 OLAF 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 d'Annecy Marlioz early rather than rehoming privately; they know OLAF 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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OLAF

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 5 years

❄️ Olaf, notre petit chat qui cherche enfin son foyer ❄️ Il était une fois un chat nommé Olaf, âgé de 5 ans… Arrivé au refuge en octobre 2024, Olaf était alors un petit cœur timide, discret, presque invisible. Les humains l’intimidaient, le bruit de la chatterie le stressait, et il nous a très vite fait comprendre que la vie enfermée entre quatre murs, ce n’était pas pour lui. Alors, nous lui avons offert ce qu’il désirait le plus : la liberté. 🌿 Depuis un peu plus de un an, Olaf vit autour du refuge, en extérieur, à son rythme, selon ses envies. Et quelle transformation ! Jour après jour, il a pris confiance, il s’est ouvert, il est devenu ce merveilleux chat doux et attachant que nous connaissons aujourd’hui. Olaf est un chat très gentil avec les humains, mais sensible : il a besoin de douceur, de calme, de gestes tendres et de câlins respectueux. Pas de cris, pas de brusquerie… sinon monsieur sait poser ses limites avec un petit coup de patte (rien de méchant, juste un chat qui communique). C’est un chat que vous ne découvrirez pas dans une cage, mais à l’extérieur, autour du refuge là où il se sent bien, là où il est lui-même. 🍽 Petit point à savoir, Olaf est un trés grand gourmand et a un petit peu de poids en trop (mais chut, il n'aime pas qu'on dise ça devant lui 🙈) Tous les matins et tous les soirs, il attend devant la porte, appuie fièrement sur la poignée pour réclamer son repas. La nourriture, c’est sacré, vraiment sacré. 🏡 Olaf cherche aujourd’hui une famille capable de lui offrir sa vraie vie de chat : Entrer dans la maison quand il en a envie, s’étaler de tout son long sur le canapé, réclamer des câlins quand monsieur en ressent le besoin, mais aussi pouvoir ressortir librement, courir dans les champs, se prélasser au soleil sur la terrasse, sentir le vent, observer les oiseaux… ➡️ Concernant ses ententes : 🐱 Ok chats s’ils ne l’embêtent pas et respectent sa tranquillité. 🐶 Chiens : à tester, selon leur calme et leur respect. 👶 Enfants : uniquement calmes et respectueux, capables de comprendre ses besoins et ses limites. Olaf n’est pas un chat “objet”, c’est un chat libre, indépendant mais affectueux, sauvage dans l’âme et tendre dans le cœur.

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Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇫🇷France

Shelter

SPA d'Annecy Marlioz

Living with OLAF

✓Neutered
✓Good with cats
✓Good with kids

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About OLAF

What life with OLAF looks like

OLAF is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA d'Annecy Marlioz 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. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting OLAF, answered.

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