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Pirata

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

Pirata was found near a school in Valladolid. Wet, soaked, freezing... because that day it had snowed heavily?? He was calling for help between the cold and people until finally someone found him (thanks!). This little one has adapted perfectly to life in a family and now seeks a permanent home where he can grow and be a marvellously happy kitten.???????? If you want your home to be his, don't wait and ask us about him: ask about Pirata!???????? Contact: 667849696 – 657961568 www.protectoradepalencia.org ????Photo album of Pirata: Search Instagram and follow: if you can't take in or adopt, help us spread the word, share, give a like… You never know which "share" will help them find their home.

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PIRATA apareció cerca de un colegio de Valladolid. Mojado, empapado, congelado... porque ese día había nevado muchísimo??. Pedía ayuda entre el frío y la gente hasta que finalmente la encontró (¡gracias!). Este peque se ha adaptado perfectamente a la vida en una familia y ahora busca un hogar definitivo donde crecer y ser un gatín la mar de feliz.???????? Si quieres que tu hogar sea el suyo, no esperes y pregúntanos por él: ¡pregunta por PIRATA!???????? Contacto: 667849696 – 657961568 www.protectoradepalencia.org ????Álbum de fotos de PIRATA: Busca en Instagram: ¡y dale a seguir! Si no puedes acoger o adoptar, ayúdanos a difundir, comparte, da a “me gusta”… Nunca se sabe gracias a qué "compartir" encontrarán su hogar. Gracias

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
Protectora Defensa Animal Palentina
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Cared for by Protectora Defensa Animal Palentina · SpainLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Pirata home

What you'll need for Pirata 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 Pirata

What life with Pirata looks like

Pirata is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Protectora Defensa Animal Palentina in Spain.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pirata, answered.

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