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European Shorthair · Male · Kitten · 11 months

Orso is a magnificent mixed-breed Shepherd dog just under a year old. 🐾 He came to the shelter because his previous family already had another dog and unfortunately could no longer devote the time he needed for his education and socialization. At first, Orso can be a bit shy. But once he gains trust, he reveals his true personality: a very affectionate young dog, close to humans and in search of cuddles. ❤️ Like any dog of his age, Orso is full of energy and loves to expend it. His education is still ongoing and he will need a family willing to invest time, patience, and kindness to teach him the basics and accompany him in his development. On a leash, he can be reactive towards some dogs out of fear. Like many herding dogs, he also tends to want to nip people who run or bicycles. Education and socialization work will therefore be essential to help him gain confidence and adopt good behaviors. Orso still has difficulty coping with loneliness. When he is left alone, he is stressed and tends to bark. He will therefore need a home ready to gradually accompany him in this learning. He will be neutered soon 🐱 Cats: OK. 🐶 Dogs: to be evaluated on an individual basis; socialization work will be necessary. 👧 Children: OK, but he can jump out of excitement. He will need respectful children and a family willing to continue his education. We are looking for an active, patient, and committed family for Orso, who will have the necessary time to meet his physical and mental needs and help him become a balanced companion. 📞 Do you think you are the family Orso is waiting for? Contact us by phone only at 67.

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🐾 Orso, un jeune berger croisé à la recherche de sa famille Orso est un magnifique jeune berger croisé de moins d’un an, plein d’énergie, de sensibilité et d’affection. ❤️ Il est arrivé au refuge car sa précédente famille avait déjà un autre chien et ne pouvait malheureusement plus lui consacrer le temps nécessaire à son éducation et à sa socialisation. Au premier abord, Orso peut se montrer un peu timide et réservé. Mais lorsqu’il accorde sa confiance, il laisse découvrir une toute autre facette de sa personnalité : c’est un jeune chien très affectueux, proche de l’humain et particulièrement demandeur de câlins. 🥰 Orso est également un chien sensible qui a besoin d’un cadre clair, stable et rassurant, ainsi que d’une éducation cohérente et bienveillante. Comme tout jeune chien de son âge, il déborde d’énergie et a besoin de pouvoir la dépenser quotidiennement. Son éducation est encore en cours et il aura besoin d’une famille prête à investir du temps, de la patience et de la douceur afin de lui apprendre les bases et de l’accompagner dans son développement. 🐕 Ses points d’attention En laisse, Orso peut se montrer réactif envers certains chiens, notamment lorsqu’il se sent en insécurité ou par peur. Comme certains chiens de type berger, il peut également avoir tendance à vouloir poursuivre ou attraper les personnes qui courent ainsi que les vélos. Il a également déjà réagi face à des enfants. Pour cette raison, une famille sans enfants est recherchée pour lui. Un important travail d’éducation et de socialisation sera nécessaire afin de l’aider à gagner en confiance, à mieux gérer ses émotions et à adopter progressivement des comportements adaptés. 🏠 La solitude Orso rencontre encore des difficultés lorsqu’il est laissé seul. Il peut alors se montrer stressé et avoir tendance à aboyer. Il aura donc besoin d’une famille disponible et prête à l’accompagner progressivement dans cet apprentissage, sans le brusquer. 🐱 Chats : OK 🐶 Chiens : à évaluer selon les individus ; un travail de socialisation sera nécessaire 👧 Enfants : non ❤️ Le foyer que nous recherchons Pour Orso, nous recherchons une famille active, patiente, présente et engagée, consciente qu’il s’agit encore d’un très jeune chien qui a beaucoup à apprendre. Une famille prête à lui offrir un cadre rassurant, à répondre à ses besoins physiques et mentaux et à poursuivre son éducation avec patience et bienveillance pourra l’aider à devenir un compagnon équilibré et épanoui. Orso a encore du chemin à parcourir, mais derrière sa timidité se cache un jeune chien attachant qui ne demande qu’à créer une relation de confiance avec ses humains. 🐾❤️ 📞 Pensez-vous être la famille qu’Orso attend ? Pour toute demande d’adoption, contactez-nous uniquement par téléphone au 67.

Size
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Age
Kitten · 11 months
Location
🇨🇭Uvrier
Shelter
SPA Valais
Living with Orso
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by SPA Valais · UvrierLearn about European Shorthair →

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Bringing Orso home

What you'll need for Orso in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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
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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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    €10–18
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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Orso

What life with Orso looks like

Orso is a puppy/kitten european shorthair cat waiting at SPA Valais in Uvrier.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇨🇭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 Orso, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Orso?
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 Orso on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Orso 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 Orso 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 Orso 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 Orso 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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