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Adopt SMILEY

Male · Young · 3 years

SMILEY is an extremely affectionate, adorable cat who is very close to humans. He loves cuddling moments, the presence, and exchanges with his family. He is a gentle companion, always eager to give and receive love. SMILEY is positive for FeLV (feline leukemia). - This is a virus that weakens the immune system. - It requires an indoor life, a calm environment, and regular veterinary follow-up to preserve his health. - He can live alone or with other cats also positive for FeLV. Despite this particularity, SMILEY remains a lively cat who deserves the happiness of a home as well.

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Smiley est un chat extrêmement affectueux, adorable et proche de l’humain. Il adore les moments de câlins, la présence et les échanges avec sa famille. C’est un compagnon doux, qui ne demande qu’à donner et recevoir de l’amour. Smiley est positif au FeLV (leucose féline). - Il s’agit d’un virus qui fragilise le système immunitaire. - Cela nécessite une vie en intérieur, un environnement calme et un suivi vétérinaire régulier pour préserver sa santé. - Il peut vivre seul ou avec d’autres chats eux aussi positifs au FeLV. Malgré cette particularité, Smiley reste un chat plein de vie, qui mérite lui aussi de connaître le bonheur d’un foyer.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇫🇷Cholet
Shelter
SPA Cholet
Living with SMILEY
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✕Has special needs
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing SMILEY home

What you'll need for SMILEY 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 SMILEY

What life with SMILEY looks like

SMILEY is a medium-sized young 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) - requires indoor living, calm environment, regular veterinary monitoring, and can only live with other FeLV positive cats or alone

🇫🇷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 SMILEY, answered.

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