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Adopt RAY CHARLES

Male · Adult · 8 years

Age 8, Ray Charles has a past we don't know, but which left its mark. He is now blind in one eye and partially sighted in the other, evidence of a difficult journey. Despite this, Ray Charles is a true fighter. He navigates, adapts, and manages daily life with courage and resilience. He is a affectionate, gentle cat, close to humans, who appreciates presence and moments of tenderness. He also tolerates the presence of other cats. Ray Charles is also FIV positive (cat AIDS). With a calm environment, an indoor life, and appropriate follow-up, he can live a peaceful and loving life.

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Âgé de 8 ans, Ray Charles a un passé que nous ne connaissons pas, mais qui a laissé des traces. Il est aujourd’hui aveugle d’un œil et malvoyant de l’autre, preuve d’un parcours difficile. Malgré cela, Ray Charles est un véritable battant. Il se repère, s’adapte et parvient à se débrouiller au quotidien, avec courage et résilience. C’est un chat affectueux, doux et proche de l’humain, qui apprécie la présence et les moments de tendresse. Il tolère également la présence d’autres chats. Ray Charles est également FIV positif (sida du chat). Avec un environnement calme, une vie en intérieur et un suivi adapté, il peut vivre une vie paisible et entourée d’amour.

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇫🇷Cholet
Shelter
SPA Cholet
Living with RAY CHARLES
  • Good with cats
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by SPA Cholet · Cholet

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing RAY CHARLES home

What you'll need for RAY CHARLES 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 RAY CHARLES

What life with RAY CHARLES looks like

RAY CHARLES is a medium-sized adult cat waiting at SPA Cholet in Cholet.

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.

Note from the shelter: Blind in one eye, low vision in the other eye, FIV positive. Requires indoor living, calm environment, and specialized veterinary care.

🇫🇷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 RAY CHARLES, answered.

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