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Smocky

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Alvia, La Voix Des Animaux Sex: Male, mid-length angora Estimated date of birth: July 2025 Disability: blind Health: neutered, vaccinated, dewormed His eyes were taken, but his heart is waiting for yours. A few months ago, the silence of a pitch-black night in the woods was broken by a cry of distress. It was in a ditch by an isolated road that the volunteers of the ALVIA La Voix des Animaux association found a small, terrified ball of fur. Alone, starving and freezing, this kitten, whom we named Smocky, was fighting for his survival. His eyes, ravaged by a severe infection, left little room for hope. Despite all our determination, our intensive care and the love we gave him, the verdict was final: Smocky will never regain his sight. Yet if his eyes have dimmed, his joy of living shines brighter than ever. Smocky is living proof that resilience has no limits. Where others would see a handicap, he sees only a new way of discovering the world. He does not look with his eyes; he feels with his soul. Every vibration, every scent, every caress is a source of wonder for him. Smocky's Profile What you should know Temperament: A true motor of purrs, a devotee of "knee squatting," and a great lover of cuddles. Sociability: An exemplary companion who gets along wonderfully with dogs, other cats and children. Energy: Despite his blindness, he remains a playful and curious kitten who loves exploring his surroundings. Needs: A loving family, a secure environment and plenty of presence to satisfy his need for affection. Smocky is not an "unhappy cat." He is a sunny little being who simply seeks a hand to follow and a home where he will feel safe. He doesn't need to see your face to know you love him; he will feel it in the gentleness of your voice and the warmth of your home. In return, he will offer you unwavering loyalty.

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Sexe : Mâle, mi-angora Date de naissance estimée : Juillet 2025 ​Handicap : aveugle Santé : castré, vacciné, vermifugé Ses yeux ont été volés, son cœur attend le vôtre. Il y a quelques mois, le silence d'une nuit noire dans les bois a été brisé par un cri de détresse. C’est dans un fossé, au bord d'une route isolée, que les bénévoles de l'association ALVIA La Voix des Animaux ont découvert une petite boule de poils terrorisée. Seul, affamé et frigorifié, ce chaton, que nous avons nommé Smocky, luttait pour sa survie. Ses yeux, ravagés par une infection sévère, ne laissaient que peu d'espoir. Malgré toute notre détermination, nos soins intensifs et l'amour que nous lui avons porté, le verdict est tombé : Smocky ne retrouvera jamais la vue. Pourtant, si ses yeux se sont éteints, sa joie de vivre, elle, brille plus fort que jamais. Smocky est la preuve vivante que la résilience n'a pas de limites. Là où d'autres verraient un handicap, lui ne voit qu'une nouvelle façon de découvrir le monde. Il ne regarde pas avec ses yeux, il ressent avec son âme. Chaque vibration, chaque odeur, chaque caresse est pour lui une source d'émerveillement. Profil de Smocky Ce qu'il faut savoir Caractère : Un véritable moteur à ronrons, un adepte du "squat de genoux" et un grand amateur de câlins. Sociabilité : Un compagnon exemplaire qui s'entend à merveille avec les chiens, les autres chats et les enfants. Énergie : Malgré sa cécité, il reste un chaton joueur et curieux qui adore explorer son environnement. Besoins : Une famille aimante, un environnement sécurisé et beaucoup de présence pour combler son besoin d'affection. Smocky n'est pas un "chat malheureux". C'est un petit être solaire qui cherche simplement une main à suivre et un foyer où il se sentira en sécurité. Il n'a pas besoin de voir votre visage pour savoir que vous l'aimez ; il le sentira à la douceur de votre voix et à la chaleur de votre foyer. En retour, il vous offrira une loyauté sans faille et des heures de ronronnement

Size
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Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
Alvia La Voix Des Animaux
Living with Smocky
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Alvia La Voix Des Animaux · FranceLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Smocky home

What you'll need for Smocky in week one.

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  1. 01
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About Smocky

What life with Smocky looks like

Smocky is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Alvia La Voix Des Animaux in France.

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 France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Smocky, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Smocky?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Alvia La Voix Des Animaux handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Smocky on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Smocky if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Alvia La Voix Des Animaux 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Smocky 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 Smocky 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 Alvia La Voix Des Animaux early rather than rehoming privately; they know Smocky 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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