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Adopt THALYS

Female · Senior · 11 years

The sweet THALYS arrived at the shelter from another site in our network. At 10 years old and rescued directly from a lady overwhelmed by the proliferation of cats taken in, patience will be key to taming THALYS. Discreet, gentle, and calm, an indoor life with comfortable nooks will suit her best for her well-being. Curious and observant, she responds to solicitations and appreciates petting with a soft purring. She carries gingivitis, which gives her a slightly runny-nosed appearance but has no major impact on her daily life. A tender-hearted one who appreciates the company of her own species!

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La douce THALYS est arrivée au refuge en provenance d'un autre site de notre réseau. Agée de 10 ans et récupérée à la base chez une dame dépassée par la prolifération de chats recueillis, la patience sera de mise pour apprivoiser THALYS. Discrète, douce et calme, une vie d'intérieur avec des coins confortables sera tout indiquée pour son épanouissement. Curieuse et observatrice, elle répond aux sollicitations et apprécie les caresses avec un doux ronronnement. Porteuse de gingivite, cela lui donne un côté enrhumé sans impact majeur sur son quotidien. Un cœur tendre, qui apprécie ses congénères ! Merci de compléter le questionnaire en ligne pour demande d'informations ou via

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
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Shelter
SPA Le Mans (Yvré-L'Évêque)
Living with THALYS
  • Good with cats
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by SPA Le Mans (Yvré-L'Évêque)

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing THALYS home

What you'll need for THALYS 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
    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 THALYS

What life with THALYS looks like

THALYS is a medium-sized senior cat waiting at SPA Le Mans (Yvré-L'Évêque).

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

Note from the shelter: Gingivitis causing cold-like symptoms but not impacting daily life significantly

🇫🇷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 THALYS, answered.

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