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Caiden

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

Caiden is a 2-year-old male cat. He was brought to us as a foundling; we know nothing about his past. During the first few weeks after Caiden joined us, he wasn't quite sure what to make of things and preferred to keep his distance from us. He would hiss to let us know that we should stay away. Gradually, however, we managed to earn his trust, and it’s so wonderful to see him becoming braver and more confident every day. Now he dares to leave his cage, happily roams around, and even comes over for cuddles. What progress! It’s especially great for Caiden himself that he now feels more relaxed and can enjoy life more fully. That said, he still remains shy and gets startled by unexpected noises or movements. A calm household would suit him perfectly. Then we’ll be certain that he’ll become a delightful companion for his owner.

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Caiden is een kater van 2 jaar. Hij is als vondeling bij ons gebracht, over zijn verleden weten wij niets. De eerste weken dat Caiden bij ons zat wist hij het allemaal niet zo goed en wilde het liefst niets met ons te maken hebben. Ging blazen om te laten weten dat wij op afstand moesten blijven. Langzaam konden wij toch zijn vertrouwen winnen en is het zo fijn dat hij elke dag wat dapperder wordt. Inmiddels durft hij zijn hok uit, loopt lekker rond en komt knuffelen. Wat een vooruitgang. Vooral voor Caiden heel fijn dat hij zich nu meer ontspannen voelt en meer kan geniet van het leven. Wel blijft hij verlegen en schrikt bij onverwachte geluiden of bewegingen. Een rustig huishouden zal hem goed doen. Dan weten we zeker dat hij voor de eigenaar een gezellige knul zal zijn.

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇳🇱Leiden
Shelter
Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden
Cared for by Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden · LeidenLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Caiden home

What you'll need for Caiden 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
    Editor's pick

    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 Caiden

What life with Caiden looks like

Caiden is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden in Leiden.

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 Netherlands

Dutch shelters typically require a household assessment and an adoption contract. Animals are routinely sterilized, microchipped, and registered in the national pet database (NDG) before placement.

Leiden, Netherlands browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Caiden, answered.

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