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Dexter

Mixed Breed Β· Male Β· Young Β· 2 years

Dexter is a sweet, affectionate, and social cat who loves to be around people. When you come home, he greets you enthusiastically and then likes to curl up on the couch with you. In short, he's a real cuddle bug! ❀️ He also loves to play and can entertain himself with his toys, but he'd love it if you threw a ball for him to chase. I still want to tell you a bit more about myself, because unfortunately, I had a very bad start in life. Someone once kicked me so hard in the head that it's still a bit crooked. Because of this, I can't see everything on the right side. Fortunately, this doesn't bother me at all at home, and I can just be my happy self. That's why going outside isn't safe for me. But to be honest, I don't mind being an indoor cat. I love being close to you. What's also important for me is a nice and social cat friend to play with. Then we can play together, keep each other company, and of course, become best friends. And... I also love dogs! I'm just a friendly cat. By the way, people say I'm a chatterbox. Sometimes I want to let you know that I'm still here and can meow loudly. And sorry... sometimes I do that at night. Then you know. And then of course, the big question: do you have a nice and safe place for me where my bed can be? A loving home where I can be myself and get lots of attention and cuddles? I'd love it if you were home a lot, because I don't like being alone. Please let me know if you'd like to meet, because I'd love to get to know you. Right now, I live in Eindhoven with a foster family. We can easily make plans to see if we get along. See you soon? Best, Dexter

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Hoi, ik ben Dexter. Ik ben een ontzettend lieve, aanhankelijke en sociale kater die niets liever wil dan gezellig bij jou zijn. Als je thuiskomt, begroet ik je enthousiast en daarna kruip ik graag lekker bij je op de bank. Kortom: ik ben een echte knuffelkont! ❀️Spelen vind ik ook hartstikke leuk. Ik kan me prima vermaken met mijn speelgoed, maar het allerleukste vind ik het als jij de bal voor me gooit en ik er enthousiast achteraan kan rennen. Ik wil je toch nog wat meer over mezelf vertellen, want ik heb helaas een hele slechte start van mijn leven gehad. Iemand heeft mij ooit zo hard tegen mijn koppie geschopt, dat mijn hoofd nog steeds een beetje scheef staat. Hierdoor zie ik aan de rechterkant niet alles. Gelukkig heb ik daar in huis helemaal geen last van en kan ik gewoon mijn vrolijke zelf zijn. Naar buiten gaan is voor mij daarom niet verstandig. Door mijn mindere zicht zou ik daar sneller in de problemen kunnen komen. Maar eerlijk gezegd vind ik het leven als binnenkat helemaal prima. Ik ben namelijk toch het allerliefst lekker bij jou in de buurt. Wat ook een must voor mij is, is een leuk en sociaal kattenvriendje om mee te spelen. Dan kunnen we samen ravotten, elkaar gezelschap houden en natuurlijk dikke vrienden worden. Enne… een hond vind ik ook helemaal leuk! Ik ben gewoon een echte allemansvriend. Mmm… ze zeggen trouwens ook dat ik een kletskous ben. Ik wil je soms even laten weten dat ik er nog ben en kan ik flink miauwen. En sorry… dat doe ik soms ook ’s nachts. Dan weet je dat alvast. En dan natuurlijk de grote vraag: heb jij een fijn en veilig plekje voor mij, waar mijn mandje mag staan? Een liefdevol thuis waar ik helemaal mezelf mag zijn en waar ik lekker veel aandacht en knuffels krijg? Het liefst heb ik dat je héééél veel thuis bent, want alleen zijn vind ik minder fijn. Laat het me dan alsjeblieft weten, want ik zou heel graag met je kennismaken. Op dit moment woon ik in Eindhoven in een pleeggezin. We kunnen dus gemakkelijk iets afspreken om te kijken of het tussen ons klikt. Tot snel? Liefs Dexter

Size
Small
Age
Young Β· 2 years
Location
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands
Shelter
Stichting Dogs on a Journey
Living with Dexter
  • βœ“Neutered
  • βœ“Good with dogs
  • βœ“Good with cats
  • βœ“Good with kids
Cared for by Stichting Dogs on a JourneyΒ Β· NetherlandsLearn about Mixed Breed β†’

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Dexter home

What you'll need for Dexter in week one.

Hand-picked Β· 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 Dexter

What life with Dexter looks like

Dexter is a small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Stichting Dogs on a Journey in Netherlands.

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 β€” every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

πŸ‡³πŸ‡±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.

Netherlands, Netherlands β€” browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dexter, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dexter?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Stichting Dogs on a Journey handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Dexter on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dexter if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Stichting Dogs on a Journey 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 Dexter 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Dexter isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Stichting Dogs on a Journey early rather than rehoming privately; they know Dexter 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 β€” 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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