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Tintin

European Shorthair · Male

I am Tintin. I am an older cat, and over the years, I've developed diabetes that simply requires a bit of attention and regularity. It's not much, just another part of me that needs care, like an old companion we love. I have a big heart and lots of affection to give. I am gentle, affectionate, with a small touch of character that, they say, is part of my charm. Today, I mostly need a quiet home, a warm cushion, and kind arms to finally rest in. I would prefer to be the only pet in the house: I want to share my daily life with humans all to myself. And if I could have a little garden to breathe fresh air, that would be heaven. Will you be my adopter? Share this page on Facebook or X-Twitter Adopt a cat:

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Je m'appelle Tintin. Je suis un chat âgé, et avec les années, j'ai développé un diabète qui demande simplement un peu d'attention et de régularité. Ce n'est pas grand-chose, juste une partie de moi dont il faut prendre soin, comme on le ferait pour un vieux compagnon qu'on aime. J'ai un cœur immense et beaucoup de tendresse à offrir. Je suis doux, affectueux, avec une petite pointe de caractère qui, paraît-il, fait tout mon charme. Aujourd'hui, j'ai surtout besoin d'un foyer calme, d'un coussin bien chaud et de bras bienveillants où me reposer enfin. Je préférerais être le seul animal de la maison : j'ai envie de partager mon quotidien avec des humains rien qu'à moi. Et si je pouvais avoir un petit jardin pour respirer l'air frais, ce serait le bonheur. Serez-vous mon adoptant(e)? Partager cette page sur facebook ou X-twitter Adopter un chat : TINTIN, chat male EUROPÉEN de 18 ans

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇫🇷Paris
Shelter
Fondation Brigitte Bardot
Cared for by Fondation Brigitte Bardot · ParisLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Tintin home

What you'll need for Tintin 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 Tintin

What life with Tintin looks like

Tintin is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Fondation Brigitte Bardot in Paris.

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 Tintin, answered.

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