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Raya

Mixed Breed · Female · Young · 2 years

Raya is an adorable 2-year-old cat who is sociable, very affectionate and craves attention. She enjoys the company of humans and loves sharing tender moments with them. During initial encounters, she may be a bit shy but once comfortable, she reveals her sweet nature. Very emotional, she might nip slightly when overwhelmed by emotion, but without aggression. Raya also gets along well with other cats. She is currently undergoing treatment for her ears which will end in late July. The tips of her ears were burned by the sun, so they should be protected with sunscreen if she has access to the outdoors. ⚠️ Raya is not present during our adoption days. If you wish to meet her, it's possible to visit her directly at her foster home.

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Raya est une adorable chatte de 2 ans, sociable, très câline et en demande d'attention. C'est une véritable machine à ronrons qui apprécie la compagnie des humains et aime partager de tendres moments avec eux. Lors des premières rencontres, elle peut se montrer un peu timide, mais une fois en confiance, elle révèle toute sa douceur. Raya s'entend également très bien avec les autres chats. ⚠️ Raya n'est pas présente lors de nos journées d'adoption. Si vous souhaitez la rencontrer, il est possible de lui rendre visite directement chez sa famille d'accueil.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
Arche de Noé Brest
Living with Raya
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Arche de Noé Brest · FranceLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Raya home

What you'll need for Raya in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Raya

What life with Raya looks like

Raya is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Arche de Noé Brest in France.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇫🇷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 Raya, answered.

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