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Barry

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

I am Barry! 🖤 I am a handsome black tomcat, probably a British Shorthair mix, with a big heart that is especially filled with love for people. I have to be honest: when I meet new situations or people, I am extremely scared at first. My foster family suspects that I have had no pleasant experiences in my past. That's why I need some time to understand that I am safe. But give me that chance, and you will discover an incredibly sweet boy. Once I have won my trust, I will reveal myself as a real cuddly cat. I thoroughly enjoy attention and cuddles, and if I'm really enjoying myself, I will even give you small licks as a sign of affection. That's my way of saying: "I like you." With other cats, I am very friendly and absolutely not aggressive. I respect their boundaries and avoid conflicts. Unfortunately, the cats in my foster home are not such fans of me, but I don't blame them. Maybe it will click better elsewhere. We don't know how I interact with children yet. I dream of a quiet family that understands that trust takes time. People who let me blossom at my own pace and are rewarded with an incredibly affectionate, soft and grateful friend afterwards. Are you the one who finally lets me feel what a real home feels like? Lots of kisses and soft licks, Barry 🐾🖤 Interested in adopting me? Then fill out this short questionnaire quickly! PLEASE NOTE: We may not respond immediately, but we always do! Be sure to check your spam! More information about the adoption fee and adoption procedure can be found on our website: www.zwerfpoezenrupelstreek.be

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Hallo, ik ben Barry! 🖤 Ik ben een knappe zwarte kater, vermoedelijk een Britse Korthaar-mix, met een groot hart dat vooral gevuld is met liefde voor mensen. Ik moet eerlijk zijn: wanneer ik nieuwe situaties of mensen ontmoet, ben ik eerst ontzettend bang. Mijn opvanggezin vermoedt dat ik in mijn verleden geen fijne ervaringen heb gehad. Daarom heb ik wat tijd nodig om te begrijpen dat ik veilig ben. Maar geef mij die kans, en je ontdekt een ongelooflijk lieve jongen. Eens mijn vertrouwen gewonnen is, ontpop ik me tot een echte knuffelkat. Ik geniet intens van aandacht en aaikes, en als ik het echt naar mijn zin heb, geef ik je zelfs kleine likjes als teken van genegenheid. Dat is mijn manier om te zeggen: “ik zie je graag.” Met andere katten ben ik heel vriendelijk en absoluut niet agressief. Ik respecteer hun grenzen en ga conflicten liever uit de weg. De katten in mijn opvanggezin zijn jammer genoeg niet zo'n fan van mij, maar dat neem ik hen niet kwalijk. Misschien klikt het elders wel beter. Hoe ik met kinderen omga, weten we nog niet. Ik droom van een rustig gezin dat begrijpt dat vertrouwen tijd nodig heeft. Mensen die mij laten openbloeien op mijn eigen tempo en die daarna beloond worden met een ontzettend aanhankelijke, zachte en dankbare vriend. Ben jij degene die mij eindelijk laat voelen hoe een echte thuis aanvoelt? Lieve kopjes en zachte likjes, Barry 🐾🖤 Interesse om mij te adopteren? Vul dan snel deze korte vragenlijst in! OPGELET: Wij antwoorden misschien niet onmiddellijk, maar wel altijd! Check zeker ook je spam! Meer info over de adoptiebijdrage en adoptieprocedure vind je op onze website: www.zwerfpoezenrupelstreek.be

Size

Large

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇧🇪PUURS-SINT-AMANDS

Shelter

Zwerfpoezen Rupelstreek

Living with Barry

✕Good with dogs
✓Good with cats
✓Good with kids

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About Barry

What life with Barry looks like

Barry is a large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Zwerfpoezen Rupelstreek in PUURS-SINT-AMANDS.

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 Barry, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Barry?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Zwerfpoezen Rupelstreek handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Barry on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Barry if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Zwerfpoezen Rupelstreek 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Barry 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 Barry 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 Zwerfpoezen Rupelstreek early rather than rehoming privately; they know Barry 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 (NL). 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.