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Mixed Breed · Male

I'm named Thorin, 4 years old, FIV+, a sublime professional of discretion, a sleek tiger cat. Up until now, when visitors came to meet me, I preferred to observe the whole world from the top of my cat tree—very high up. The problem is that no one could really discover the gentle and affectionate cat that I truly am. But this past weekend, something changed. My nurturing mother came to see me... and of course, I recognized her. So for once, I accepted to come down to ground level. Yes, yes, the cowpat floor! And Auntie took the opportunity: finally some cuddles without having to climb the ladder to reach me. Behind my shyness lies a deeply soft, endearing, and loving cat of human caresses. So no, I am not the kind of cat who rushes into the arms of strangers the moment they arrive. I will definitely need a bit of time to adapt in my future family. Of calm. Of patience. But once reassured...

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Moi c'est Thorin, 4 ans, Fiv +, sublime tigré professionnel de la discrétion. Jusqu'ici, quand les visiteurs venaient me rencontrer, je préférais observer tout ce petit monde depuis le sommet de mon arbre à chats. Très haut. Très très haut. Le problème, c'est que personne ne pouvait vraiment découvrir le chat tendre et câlin que je suis réellement.Mais ce week-end quelque chose à changé. Ma maman nourricière est venue me voir... et évidemment, je l'ai reconnue. alors pour une fois, j'ai accepté de descendre au niveau du sol. oui oui, le plancher des vaches ! Et tatie en a profité : enfin des câlins sans devoir grimper à l'échelle pour m'atteindre.Derrière ma timidité se cache donc un chat profondément doux, attachant et amoureux des caresses humaines. Alors non, je ne suis pas le genre de chat qui fonce dans les bras des inconnus dès la première minute. J'aurai sûrement besoin d'un petit temps d'adaptation dans ma future famille. De calme. De patience. Mais une fois rassuré... je devie

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Age
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
Association du Chat Libre La Destrousse
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Cared for by Association du Chat Libre La Destrousse · FranceLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Thorin home

What you'll need for Thorin 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 Thorin

What life with Thorin looks like

Thorin is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Association du Chat Libre La Destrousse 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. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Thorin, answered.

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