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Paulette

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 10 years

Her story: This sweet little cat was found in Saint Pantaléon Les Vignes. Visibly injured in an accident, she is a miracle survivor: she came through with a broken jaw (which is why her mouth looks a little odd. The wire cerclage placed to treat the fracture is the cause, and it should look more normal once the wire has been removed). She is also blind, whether since the accident or for longer, we do not know. But she gets around like a pro: she comes and goes around the cattery, goes to her bowl and her litter tray without any trouble, and finds the volunteers' knees to settle on. She will simply need an environment that does not change too much so she can keep her bearings. She is very affectionate and seeks out company. Given her disability, she will ideally live in an apartment or in a secure garden. She can live with any type of family, but having someone at home would no doubt be a plus for her. She is perhaps neither the prettiest nor the most unusual of cats, but she promises unconditional love and loyalty.

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Son histoire Cette douce minette a été trouvée à Saint Pantaléon Les Vignes. Visiblement accidentée, elle est une miraculée : elle s'en tire avec une mâchoire cassée (d'où sa bouche un peu bizarre : c'est le cerclage posé pour la fracture qui en est cause : cela devrait redevenir plus normal après que le cerclage aura été retiré). Elle est aussi aveugle, depuis l'accident ou depuis plus longtemps, nous ne savons pas. Mais elle se débrouille comme un chef : elle va et vient dans la chatterie, va à sa gamelle et à sa litière sans problème et trouve les genoux des bénévoles pour s'y installer. Elle aura juste besoin d'un environnement qui ne change pas trop de façon qu'elle puisse conserver ses repères. Elle est très affectueuse et cherche la présence. Il lui faudra vivre de préférence en appartement ou dans un jardin sécurisé étant donné son handicap. Elle peut vivre avec tout type de famille mais une personne présente serait sans doute un plus pour elle. Ce n'est sans doute ni la plus jolie ni la plus originale des chattes, mais elle est la promesse d'un amour et d'une fidélité inconditionnels.

Size
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Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA Grillon
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Paulette home

What you'll need for Paulette in week one.

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  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 Paulette

What life with Paulette looks like

Paulette is an adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA Grillon 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 Paulette, answered.

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