How do I contact the shelter about Zigzag?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. La Patte Normande handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Zigzag on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Zigzag if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — La Patte Normande 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 Zigzag 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 Zigzag 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 La Patte Normande early rather than rehoming privately; they know Zigzag 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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Zigzag

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

🌟💟 FOR ADOPTION 💟🌟 ZIGZAG, male black cat aged 3 years. You may have seen his post with his ugly tail injury a few weeks ago. He is now completely healed. What can we say about him? In life, there are kind cats... and then there is Zigzag❤️ Those who meet him immediately understand: he has that little something extra... impossible to explain, but obvious. ✨ a cat of incredible gentleness ✨ very affectionate, close to humans ✨ calm, endearing... the kind of companion that calms a home. He is young, full of life, and ready to offer a lot of love ❤️ His little detail? 💛 He has a small tail (about 5 cm), as a result of his old injury 👉 this gives him a great charm and makes him even more unique. Dog tolerance unknown. He can live in an apartment or a house. A perfect companion. ZigZag is identified, neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, fiv +, negative felv. Adoption fee 180€. Currently in a foster home, he is visible in Le Havre. An adoption form is available on our website www.pattenormande.

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🌟💟 A L’ADOPTION 💟🌟 ZIGZAG, chat mâle noir âgé de 3 ans. Vous avez peut être vu son post avec sa vilaine blessure à la queue il y a quelques semaines. Il est maintenant parfaitement guéri. Que pouvons nous dire sur lui ? Dans la vie, il y a des chats gentils… et puis il y a Zigzag❤️ Ceux qui le rencontrent comprennent tout de suite : il a ce petit quelque chose en plus… impossible à expliquer, mais évident. ✨ un chat d’une douceur incroyable ✨ très câlin, proche de l’humain ✨ posé, attachant… le genre de compagnon qui apaise une maison Il est jeune, plein de vie, et prêt à offrir énormément d’amour ❤️ Son petit détail à lui ? 💛 Il a une mini queue (environ 5 cm), suite à son ancienne blessure 👉 ça lui donne un charme fou et le rend encore plus unique Entente chien inconnue Il peut vivre en appartement ou en maison.. Un compagnon de vie parfait. ZigZag est identifié, castré, vacciné, déparasité, fiv + , négatif felv. Frais d’adoption 180€ Actuellement en famille d’accueil, Il est visible sur Le Havre. Un formulaire d’adoption est disponible sur notre site www.pattenormande.fr

Size

Small

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇫🇷Bolleville

Shelter

La Patte Normande

Living with Zigzag

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Zigzag

What life with Zigzag looks like

Zigzag is a small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at La Patte Normande in Bolleville.

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.

Bolleville, France — browse more cats in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Zigzag, answered.

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