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Ruby

Male · Adult · 6 years

Ruby is a very shy cat who doesn't stand out at the our shelter. He prefers to stay in the background, observe, and move at his own pace. He will need a lot of time, patience, and gentleness to feel safe and learn to trust. Ruby will gradually adapt in a calm and reassuring environment. The presence of a well-adjusted cat is essential for him. This companion will serve as a reference point and help him gain confidence in his new life. Ruby is positive for FeLV (feline leukemia virus). - This virus weakens the immune system. - He must live indoors in a stable and secure setting, with regular veterinary follow-up. - He can live with other cats that are also positive for FeLV.

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Ruby est un chat très timide, qui ne se met pas en avant au refuge. Il préfère rester en retrait, observer et avancer à son rythme. Il aura besoin de beaucoup de temps, de patience et de douceur pour se sentir en sécurité et apprendre à faire confiance. Ruby évoluera progressivement dans un environnement calme et rassurant. La présence d’un chat bien dans ses pattes est essentielle pour lui. Ce compagnon lui servira de repère et l’aidera à prendre confiance dans sa nouvelle vie. Ruby est positif au FeLV (leucose féline). - Ce virus fragilise le système immunitaire. - Il devra vivre en intérieur, dans un cadre stable et sécurisé, avec un suivi vétérinaire régulier. - Il peut vivre avec d’autres chats eux aussi positifs au FeLV.

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Cholet
Shelter
SPA Cholet
Living with Ruby
  • Good with cats
  • Has special needs
Cared for by SPA Cholet · Cholet

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Ruby home

What you'll need for Ruby in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Ruby

What life with Ruby looks like

Ruby 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: FeLV positive (feline leukemia) - compromised immune system, requires indoor living, regular veterinary monitoring, can only live with other FeLV positive cats

🇫🇷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 Ruby, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ruby?
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 Ruby on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ruby 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 Ruby 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 Ruby 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 Ruby 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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