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Adopt Pitchoun

Male · Adult · 6 years

🐾 His little summaryPitchoun, 6 years old, is a gentle and affectionate cat, today disturbed and terrified by his abandonment. His owner is entering a nursing home and can no longer take care of him, and he has been separated from his feline companion with whom he has lived all his life. 💬 What you need to know about himShy and sensitive, Pitchoun needs patience and gentleness to regain confidence. He is looking for a calm and stable home, without young children, where he can gradually feel safe and thrive. 🏡 His ideal homeA quiet and reassuring environment, attentive and patient owners, and ideally a secure outdoor space so he can enjoy the fresh air at his own pace. ❤️ Keep in mindPitchoun is a cat upset by his past, but with love and attention, he will become a tender and loyal companion.

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🐾 Son petit résuméPitchoun, 6 ans, est un chat doux et attachant, aujourd’hui perturbé et terrifié par son abandon. Sa maîtresse entre en EHPAD et ne peut plus s’occuper de lui, et il a été séparé de son compagnon félin avec qui il vivait depuis toujours. 💬 Ce qu’il faut savoir sur luiTimide et sensible, Pitchoun a besoin de patience et de douceur pour retrouver confiance. Il recherche un foyer calme et stable, sans jeunes enfants, où il pourra progressivement se sentir en sécurité et s’épanouir. 🏡 Son foyer idéalUn environnement tranquille et rassurant, des maîtres attentifs et patients, et idéalement un extérieur sécurisé pour qu’il puisse profiter du plein air à son rythme. ❤️ À retenirPitchoun est un chat bouleversé par son passé, mais avec amour et attention, il deviendra un compagnon tendre et fidèle.

Size
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Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Saint-Étienne
Shelter
SPA Saint-Étienne Loire
Living with Pitchoun
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Pitchoun home

What you'll need for Pitchoun 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
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    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 Pitchoun

What life with Pitchoun looks like

Pitchoun is a adult cat waiting at SPA Saint-Étienne Loire in Saint-Étienne.

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.

Saint-Étienne, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Pitchoun, answered.

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