How do I contact the shelter about STERLING?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Montpellier handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw STERLING on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt STERLING if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Montpellier 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 STERLING 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 STERLING 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 Montpellier early rather than rehoming privately; they know STERLING 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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Mixed Breed · Unknown

Timid cat – no children or vulnerable people – person who knows cats and has patience. You have chosen to adopt a cat! Thank you for him. However, there is no description of the cat's character that you have just chosen. Indeed, a cat in a shelter experiences a lot of stress (other animals of the same species – abandonment – visitors – dogs barking). The choice is something very difficult that is not made on a photo. ATTENTION AN ANIMAL IS NOT A TOY, it is a sensitive being that must be respected. That is why, it is essential before choosing a cat on the site that you come to the cattery in order to have contact with him and see if the mutual attraction is there. What really matters is the behavior he will have towards you. See how he reacts to you. Ask the volunteers at the shelter to know his character. But you will also see that sometimes, you won't even have to choose: a cat will come towards you, and this cat will HAVE ADOPTED YOU!

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chat craintif – pas d’enfants ni de personnes vulnérables – personne connaissant les chats et avec de la patience Vous avez choisi d’adopter un chat ! Merci pour lui. Mais, Il n’y a pas de descriptif du caractère du chat que vous venez de choisir. En effet, Un chat en refuge subit énormément de stress, (congénères – abandon – visiteurs – aboiements des chiens) . le choix est quelque chose de très difficile qui ne se fait pas sur photo. ATTENTION UN ANIMAL N’EST PAS UNE PELUCHE, c’est un être sensible qu’il faut respecter. C’est la raison pour laquelle, Il est indispensable avant tout choix d’un chat sur le site que vous veniez en chatterie afin d’ avoir un contact avec lui et voir si le coup de foudre est réciproque. Ce qui compte vraiment, c’est le comportement qu’il aura vis-à-vis de vous. Voyez comment il réagit face à vous. Posez des questions aux bénévoles du refuge pour connaître son caractère. Mais vous verrez aussi que, parfois, vous n’aurez même pas à choisir : un chat viendra vers vous, et ce chat, il VOUS aura adopté !

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Location

🇫🇷Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone

Shelter

SPA Montpellier

Living with STERLING

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Bringing STERLING home

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About STERLING

What life with STERLING looks like

STERLING is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at SPA Montpellier in Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone.

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.

Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting STERLING, answered.

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