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Dirk

Male · Young · 2 years

Dirk is a handsome male cat who arrived at our shelter as a nervous kitten. During his stay at the animal shelter, we have come to realize that Dirk clearly is not accustomed to human attention. For that reason, we are seeking a place for him where he can receive food, water, and shelter, such as a farm, stable, or nursery. In return, you would receive a mouse catcher/mouse hunter.

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Dirk is een knappe kater van 2 jaar die bij ons is binnengekomen als een angstige jongen. Tijdens zijn verblijf in het asiel is ons bekend geworden dat Dirk duidelijk geen menselijke aandacht gewend is. Om die reden zoeken wij voor hem een plek waar hij eten, drinken en onderdak krijgt zoals een boerderij, manege of tuinderij. Je krijgt er dan een muizenvanger/-wegjager voor terug.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇳🇱Breda
Shelter
Dierenopvangcentrum Breda
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Cared for by Dierenopvangcentrum Breda · Breda

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Dirk home

What you'll need for Dirk 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 Dirk

What life with Dirk looks like

Dirk is a young adult cat waiting at Dierenopvangcentrum Breda in Breda.

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.

Breda, Netherlands browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dirk, answered.

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