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Adopt SOCRATE

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 7 years

SOCRATE is a charming European tiger cat. By nature shy, he is a big teddy bear who needs time to observe and learn to trust his environment and the humans around him. Don't hesitate to stroke him even if he shows you his pretty teeth!!! He enjoys long quiet naps and strokes. Rough gestures and noise are not for him: SOCRATE seeks above all calm and gentleness. Once reassured and in trust, he reveals a tender and endearing side, appreciating strokes and quiet shared moments. SOCRATE will flourish fully in a peaceful home, with people who are attentive and ready to give him the time he needs to feel safe.

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Socrate est un charmant chat européen tigré. De nature timide, c'est un gros nounours qui a besoin de temps pour observer et apprendre à faire confiance à son environnement et aux humains qui l’entourent. Ne pas hésiter à le caresser même s'il vous montre ses jolies dents!!! Il apprécie les longues siestes tranquilles et les caresses. Les gestes brusques et le bruit ne sont pas pour lui : Socrate recherche avant tout le calme et la douceur. Une fois rassuré et en confiance, il révèle un côté tendre et attachant, appréciant les caresses et les moments tranquilles partagés. Socrate s’épanouira pleinement dans un foyer paisible, auprès de personnes attentives, prêtes à lui laisser le temps dont il a besoin pour se sentir en sécurité.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇫🇷Vichy
Shelter
SPA Vichy (Brugheas)
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing SOCRATE home

What you'll need for SOCRATE 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 SOCRATE

What life with SOCRATE looks like

SOCRATE is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at SPA Vichy (Brugheas) in Vichy.

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. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting SOCRATE, answered.

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