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Simbad

Mixed Breed · Female

Simbad arrived at our shelter on June 15, 2025. Since then, he has shown himself to be a very shy cat, needing time to feel secure in a new environment and with people he doesn't know. He is a good and calm cat, but not one who approaches quickly to seek attention. With Simbad, it's important to have patience and respect his pace, allowing him to observe, adapt, and gain confidence gradually. As he feels more comfortable, he will begin to show his personality more naturally. He needs a family that understands that some cats require more time to open up, and that is willing to accompany him through that process with calmness and affection. If you are looking to give a chance to a cat that needs time to trust, he could be that special companion.

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Simbad llegó a la protectora el 15 de junio de 2025. Desde entonces se ha mostrado como un gato muy tímido, que necesita tiempo para sentirse seguro en un entorno nuevo y con personas que no conoce. Es un gato bueno y tranquilo, pero no es de los que se acercan enseguida a buscar atención. Con Simbad es importante tener paciencia y respetar su ritmo, permitiéndole observar, adaptarse y ganar confianza poco a poco. A medida que se sienta más cómodo, podrá ir mostrando su carácter con más naturalidad. Necesita una familia que entienda que algunos gatos requieren más tiempo para abrirse, y que esté dispuesta a acompañarlo en ese proceso con calma y cariño. Si buscas darle una oportunidad a un gato que necesita tiempo para confiar, puede ser ese compañero especial.

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🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
Protectora Villena
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Bringing Simbad home

What you'll need for Simbad 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 Simbad

What life with Simbad looks like

Simbad is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Protectora Villena 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 Simbad, answered.

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