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Adopt ALBERT

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 8 years

Status: Found Breed: European Sex: Male Microchip: 967000010643885 Born: 01/01/2018 Country: Belgium Admitted to shelter: 04/04/2026 ALBERT is a beautiful European cat, male, with a gentle gaze and a touching sensitivity. He is a gentle, shy companion who forms deep bonds when he feels safe. He moves slowly, but each step is filled with tenderness. His qualities that melt hearts: ALBERT is very affectionate, delicate, and appreciates calm interactions. Clean — He uses his litter box perfectly. Supports solitude — He can remain alone without stress. OK with cats — He cohabits willingly with other felines. OK with transport — Car trips do not pose a problem for him. His special needs: ALBERT is FIV positive, which means he must live indoors for his safety and the safety of other cats. He can be happy in an apartment as long as it offers calm, tenderness, and stability. He can live with calm children but not with overly brash young children. Doggie compatibility: Unknown, a gradual introduction would be necessary. ALBERT will thrive with: Gentle and patient people who can respect his pace. Calm people without excessive agitation. Ready to offer him a secure interior where he can feel protected. Possessing an additional friendly and quiet cat. ALBERT is a little treasure that only asks for a home where he can finally settle and offer his sincere but discreet love. If his story touches you and you think you can offer him the sweet life he deserves, contact us by phone. ALBERT awaits you, with all the delicacy that characterizes him. Adoption is only possible with a "permit to keep an animal" if you reside in Wallonia. For more information, please contact us ONLY by phone at 02 204 49 50.

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Statut : Trouvé Race : Européen Sexe : Mâle Puce électronique : 967000010643885Né : 01/01/2018 Pays : Belgique Au refuge depuis : 04/04/2026 ALBERT est un magnifique chat européen, mâle, au regard doux et à la sensibilité touchante. C’est un compagnon gentil, timide, qui s’attache profondément lorsqu’il se sent en confiance. Il avance à petits pas, mais chacun d’eux est rempli de tendresse.Ses qualités qui font fondre :Chat très doux — ALBERT est affectueux, délicat, et apprécie les interactions calmes.Propre — Il utilise parfaitement sa litière.Supporte la solitude — Il peut rester seul sans stress.OK chats — Il cohabite volontiers avec d’autres félins, également FIV positif.OK transport — Les trajets en voiture ne lui posent pas de problème.Ses besoins particuliers :ALBERT est FIV positif, ce qui signifie qu’il doit vivre en intérieur pour sa sécurité et celle des autres chats.Il peut tout à fait être heureux en appartement, tant qu’il y trouve calme, douceur et stabilité.Il peut vivre avec des enfants calmes, mais pas de jeunes enfants trop brusques.Compatibilité chiens : inconnue, une rencontre progressive serait nécessaire.ALBERT s’épanouira auprès de personnes :Douces et patientes, capables de respecter son rythme.Calmes, sans agitation excessive.Prêtes à lui offrir un intérieur sécurisé où il pourra se sentir protégé.Possédant éventuellement un autre chat sociable et tranquille.ALBERT est un petit trésor qui ne demande qu’une chose : un foyer où il pourra enfin poser ses valises et offrir son amour discret mais sincère. Si son histoire vous touche et que vous pensez pouvoir lui offrir la vie douce qu’il mérite, contactez-nous par téléphone.ALBERT vous attend, avec toute la délicatesse qui le caractérise.Adoption possible uniquement avec un ''permis de détention d'un animal'' si vous résidez en Wallonie.Pour plus de renseignements, merci de nous contacter UNIQUEMENT par téléphone au 02 204 49 50.

Size
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇧🇪Brussels
Shelter
Help Animals
Living with ALBERT
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing ALBERT home

What you'll need for ALBERT 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 ALBERT

What life with ALBERT looks like

ALBERT is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Help Animals in Brussels.

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 Belgium

Belgian shelters operate under regional law (Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels each have their own rules). All adoptions include the Eurochip, vaccinations, and a stewardship contract. Several Flemish shelters partner with Dutch and German rescue networks.

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Frequently asked

Adopting ALBERT, answered.

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