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Titou

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

A friendly German Shepherd arrived at the shelter after his owner moved to a retirement home. He is initially a bit shy, but needs some time to gain confidence. Once reassured, he becomes very affectionate and particularly enjoys cuddles. Curious, he also likes to observe his surroundings. He is FIV positive and will therefore need to live without other cats. FIV, also known as "cat AIDS," is not transmissible to humans or other animal species; it is only transmitted between cats. He will need a calm and reassuring home where he can settle in at his own pace and enjoy all the affection he has to offer.

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Arrivé au refuge après le départ de son maître en maison de retraite, ce gentil loulou est un peu timide au premier abord. Il lui faut simplement un peu de temps pour prendre confiance. Une fois rassuré, il se montre très affectueux et apprécie particulièrement les câlins. Curieux, il aime également observer ce qui l’entoure. Il est FIV positif et devra donc vivre sans autre chat. Le FIV, aussi appelé « sida du chat », n’est pas transmissible aux humains ni aux autres espèces animales : il se transmet uniquement entre chats. Il aura besoin d’un foyer calme et rassurant, où il pourra prendre ses marques à son rythme et profiter de toute l’affection qu’il a à offrir.

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA de Besançon
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Bringing Titou home

What you'll need for Titou 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
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    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 Titou

What life with Titou looks like

Titou is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at SPA de Besançon 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 Titou, answered.

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