A history rooted around the Tour Leroy
Founded in Caen in 1985, SPA Le Chat et La Vie initially focused on neutering stray cats, particularly around the Tour Leroy, which still appears in its logo. Its official history explains its independence and affiliation with Défense de l’Animal since 1995. A bequest enabled the shelter to move into a house in Louvigny in 2010.
Living spaces arranged around different temperaments
Cats share three main rooms, Nuage, Étoile and Soleil, with groups arranged according to temperament. Secured verandas give them protected access towards the outdoors, while an infirmary and nursery provide separate care spaces. The shelter also accommodates long-stay residents who are particularly fearful or need daily care, rather than treating every arrival as a quick adoption.
Start an adoption with the questionnaire and an email
Download the questionnaire from the adoption conditions and email it to spalechatlavie@gmail.com to arrange an appointment. Meetings take place at the shelter or in foster homes; remote adoption is not offered. Staff discuss your home and existing cats to guide the match. For adoption, bring a carrier, identification and payment by cheque or cash. Cheque payments also require proof of address less than three months old.
Support a cat staying at the shelter
Sponsorship helps cover food, litter and care for long-stay cats. Sponsors can visit during public opening sessions or request news and photographs. The team can also let you know if your sponsored cat later moves into an adoptive or foster home, so sponsorship is not a promise that the cat will always remain there.
Practical work organised through a volunteer rota
Volunteers mainly clean and disinfect rooms, bedding, bowls and litter trays. They sign up to the cleaning rota beforehand; repair and maintenance skills are also useful. Adults can volunteer, as can young people aged 16 or over with signed permission from their legal guardians.
Bring a collection of used pens to Louvigny
Opération Stylos lets schools and businesses collect used pens, felt tips and highlighters to raise support through recycling. Exclude pencils, chalk, glue and sharp objects. Drop collections at 11 chemin des Carreaux on Wednesday or Saturday, 14:30–17:30. Adoption still requires an appointment. Find this Normandy cat shelter on the AnimalProtech map.
Frequently asked questions
- Does AnimalProtech verify SPA Le Chat et La Vie?
- AnimalProtech organizes public information and helps review community corrections, but each donation, adoption, or contact should be verified directly through the animal rescuer's or organization's official channels.
- How can I contact SPA Le Chat et La Vie?
- Use the public channels saved on this page and confirm that the opened profile matches SPA Le Chat et La Vie, the location Louvigny - Normandie - France, and the displayed identifiers.
- Is it safe to donate or adopt using only this page?
- No. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm identity, need, accountability, and public history before donating, sending documents, or adopting.
- How can I correct incomplete or outdated information?
- Use the contribution form at the end of the page and send verifiable public links. Do not send personal documents, private addresses, or sensitive third-party data.