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Calypso

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

Calypso is a beautiful, independent tomcat with a soft side. He enjoys quiet time, some attention, and the occasional play session. Calypso is looking for a home with a garden where he can safely go outside and explore his territory. To really feel at ease, we recommend placing him as the only pet in the house. No dogs, no other cats, and no small children. With adults or older children, Calypso is a sweet, calm housemate who enjoys being close to his people. Do you have a quiet spot with a garden where Calypso can be the king of the house?

NL·Show original

Calypso is een mooie, zelfstandige kater met een zachte kant. Hij geniet van rust, wat aandacht en af en toe een speelmomentje. Calypso zoekt een thuis met tuin waar hij veilig naar buiten kan en zijn territorium mag verkennen. Om zich echt op zijn gemak te voelen, plaatsen we hem het best als enige dier in huis. Geen honden, geen andere katten en ook geen kleine kinderen. Bij volwassenen of oudere kinderen is Calypso een lieve, rustige huisgenoot die graag in de buurt van zijn mensen is. Heb jij een rustig plekje met tuin waar Calypso de koning van het huis mag zijn?

Size
Small
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇧🇪Schoten
Shelter
Dierenasiel Schoten
Living with Calypso
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Dierenasiel Schoten · SchotenLearn about European Shorthair →
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Bringing Calypso home

What you'll need for Calypso in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Calypso

What life with Calypso looks like

Calypso is a small young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Dierenasiel Schoten in Schoten.

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.

Schoten, Belgium — browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Calypso, answered.

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