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Browse dogs, cats and more from 119 local shelters in Netherlands β€” every adoption saves a life.

πŸ‡³πŸ‡±3,843 animals waiting
3,843
animals available
119
shelters
1,900
dogs
1,356
cats
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Dogs in Netherlands (1900)Cats in Netherlands (1356)

Dogs available in Netherlands

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Sandy, female Whippet for adoption at NVAW - Asiel Windhonden
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Sandy

Whippet

Female
Niki, female 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
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Niki

Mixed Breed Β· medium

5 yearsFemale
Niko, male 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Niko

Mixed Breed Β· medium

5 yearsMale
Mia, female 7yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Mia

Mixed Breed Β· medium

7 yearsFemale
Molly, female 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Molly

Mixed Breed Β· medium

5 yearsFemale
Tigy, male 3yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Tigy

Mixed Breed Β· medium

3 yearsMale
Fox, male 3yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Fox

Mixed Breed Β· medium

3 yearsMale
Tiga, female 3yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Woozy
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Tiga

Mixed Breed Β· medium

3 yearsFemale

Cats available in Netherlands

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Papatya, female young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Papatya

Mixed Breed

1 yearFemale
GΓΌmΓΌs, male young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

GΓΌmΓΌs

Mixed Breed

1 yearMale
Prenses, female 3yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Prenses

Mixed Breed

3 yearsFemale
Siblings, young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Siblings

Mixed Breed

1 yearUnknown
Masal, female young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Masal

Mixed Breed

2 yearsFemale
Çiçek, female young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Çiçek

Mixed Breed

2 yearsFemale
Inci, female 3yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Inci

Mixed Breed

3 yearsFemale
Hira, female young Mixed Breed for adoption at Stichting Feyzanimalove
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands

Hira

Mixed Breed

2 yearsFemale

How to Adopt a Pet in Netherlands

Netherlands is home to 119 rescue shelters listed on TailHarbor, with 3,843 animals currently available for adoption. Whether you live in Netherlands or are looking to adopt from abroad, the process is straightforward with the right preparation.

The adoption process

Shelters in Netherlands typically require an application form, a meeting with the animal, and sometimes a home visit. Adoption contracts specify your responsibilities as an owner, including providing adequate shelter, nutrition, and veterinary care. Most shelters also follow up after adoption to ensure the animal is settling in well.

What's included with adoption

Animals adopted from shelters in Netherlandsare generally vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered or spayed before rehoming. Adoption fees cover these veterinary costs and help the shelter continue its work. Fees vary by shelter and animal but are a fraction of what you'd pay at a breeder.

Adopting from Netherlands to another country

If you're adopting a pet from Netherlandsand bringing it to another European country, you'll need an EU pet passport, a valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and a microchip. Some destination countries have additional requirements such as tapeworm treatment or breed-specific legislation. Check our import guides for country-specific requirements and timelines.

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Regional adoption guides for Netherlands

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