Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Spider

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 5 years

Name: SPIDER Identification: 250269608955338 Breed (non-pedigree type): European Date of birth (age): 1/05/2021 Size: large Behavior: SPIDER arrived at the association when he was 3 weeks old. Spider has been diagnosed with severe ataxia. SPIDER gets around by walking, in his own way. He is hypertonic, so he keeps his legs stiff when moving. He is a very intelligent kitten who always finds a way to adapt to the difficulties he encounters. He is also very sensitive and needs reassurance in new situations; he calls out to be picked up and cuddled in arms. SPIDER is lively and dynamic, playful and very affectionate. He is independent in getting around and goes to the litter box on his own. He is unable to eat kibble or drink because of uncontrolled movements of his head. Water must be added to his ration. He therefore needs wet food, rich in nutrients, because he is a large kitten and tends to be a bit too thin. His di

FR·Show original

Nom : SPIDER Identification : 250269608955338 Race (type non loof): européen Date de naissance (âge): 1/05/2021 Gabarit : grand Comportement : SPIDER est arrivé à l'association alors qu'il avait 3 semaines. Spider à déclaré des troubles ataxiques sévère. SPIDER se déplace en marchant, à sa manière. Il est hyper tonique donc garde les pattes raides en se déplaçant C'est un chaton très intelligent qui trouve toujours le moyen de s'adapter au difficultés qu'il rencontre. Il est aussi très sensible et a besoin d'être rassuré lors de situation nouvelle; il appelle alors pour être pris et se blottir dans les bras. SPIDER est vif et dynamique, joueur et très câlin. Il est autonome dans ses déplacements, va seul à la litière. Il est incapable de manger des croquettes ni de boire à cause des mouvements incontrôlés de sa tête. L'eau doit être rajoutée dans sa ration. Il a donc besoin d'une alimentation humide, riche car c'est un grand chaton et qu'il a tendance à être un peu trop mince. Ses di

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
La Patte de l
Cared for by La Patte de l · FranceLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Spider home

What you'll need for Spider 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.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

    View on Amazon→
    €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.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

    View on Amazon→
    €30–60

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Spider

What life with Spider looks like

Spider is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at La Patte de l 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.

France, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Spider, answered.

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

More European Shorthair pets

Sriracha, female puppy European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Würzburg, Würzburg

Sriracha

European Shorthair

5 monthsFemale
Barbara, female puppy European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Würzburg, Würzburg

Barbara

European Shorthair

4 monthsFemale
Mila, female 3yo European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Würzburg, Würzburg

Mila

European Shorthair

3 yearsFemale

More from La Patte de l

Pepita, female young Chihuahua for adoption at La Patte de l

Pepita

Chihuahua · small

1 yearFemale
Apy, male young Mixed Breed for adoption at La Patte de l

Apy

Mixed Breed

1 yearMale
Titi, male senior European Shorthair for adoption at La Patte de l

Titi

European Shorthair

11 yearsMale
Similar animals

More European Shorthairs looking for a home

Spyro, male European Shorthair for adoption at Les Amis de Thor

Spyro

European Shorthair

Male
Padmé, female 3yo European Shorthair for adoption at Les Amis de Thor

Padmé

European Shorthair

3 yearsFemale
Olga, female European Shorthair for adoption at Les Amis de Thor

Olga

European Shorthair

3 monthsFemale
Callie, female European Shorthair for adoption at Les Amis de Thor

Callie

European Shorthair

3 monthsFemale
Billy, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Les Amis de Thor

Billy

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Dakota, female European Shorthair for adoption at SPA de la Haute-Vienne, Couzeix

Dakota

European Shorthair

Female

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →