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VEGA

Labrador Retriever · Female · 5 years

Vega is a lively, energetic dog full of life who recently arrived from another shelter. He's a sparkling, joyful and very food-motivated dog, always ready to share moments with humans he likes. However, he has persistent limping related to an elbow malformation. This doesn't prevent him from being active, but must be considered in daily life, adapting activities to his abilities and comfort. His compatibility with other dogs needs evaluation. He can adapt to house or apartment living (with elevator), provided he gets appropriate exercise for his needs. If you can offer him an attentive and caring home, come meet him quickly!

Size
Medium
Age
5 years
Location
🇫🇷Etalondes
Shelter
SPA Étalondes
Living with VEGA
  • ✕Has special needs
Cared for by SPA Étalondes · EtalondesLearn about Labrador Retriever →
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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing VEGA home

What you'll need for VEGA 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 VEGA

What life with VEGA looks like

VEGA is a medium-sized adult labrador retriever cat waiting at SPA Étalondes in Etalondes.

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.

Note from the shelter: Persistent limping due to elbow malformation requiring adapted activities and exercise

🇫🇷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.

Etalondes, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting VEGA, answered.

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