How do I contact the shelter about Espoir?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Perwez) handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Espoir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Espoir if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Perwez) 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 Espoir 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 Espoir 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 Perwez) early rather than rehoming privately; they know Espoir 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 (FR). 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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Espoir

European Shorthair · Female · Young · 2 years

Espoir was found very young and was never claimed. Her past remains completely unknown, but her state of great fear suggests she likely experienced difficult times before arriving at the shelter. She is a beautiful cat that has come a long way since her arrival. At first, she was very wild, but she has gradually learned to trust humans. Today, Espoir remains a sensitive and cautious cat. She now accepts contact, but it requires patience, gentleness, and an approach that respects her pace. Behind her reserve lies a kitten who continues to progress every day. Her history as a stray has shaped her character and explains her need for time to adapt to a new environment. She gets along well with the other cats present at the shelter, whose presence can be reassuring for her.

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Espoir a été trouvée très jeune puis n’a jamais été réclamée. Son passé reste totalement inconnu, mais son état de grande crainte laisse penser qu’elle a probablement vécu des expériences difficiles avant son arrivée au refuge. C’est une jolie chatte qui a parcouru un long chemin depuis son arrivée. Très sauvage à ses débuts, elle a progressivement appris à faire confiance à l’humain. Aujourd’hui encore, Espoir reste une chatte sensible et prudente. Elle accepte désormais le contact, mais cela demande de la patience, de la douceur et une approche respectueuse de son rythme. Derrière sa réserve se cache une minette qui continue à progresser chaque jour. Son passé d’errance a forgé son caractère et explique son besoin de temps pour s’adapter à un nouvel environnement. Elle s’entend bien avec les autres chats présents au refuge, dont la présence peut être rassurante pour elle.

Size

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Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇧🇪Sans Collier

Shelter

Perwez)

Living with Espoir

✓Good with cats

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Espoir home

What you'll need for Espoir in week one.

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About Espoir

What life with Espoir looks like

Espoir is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Perwez) in Sans Collier.

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.

Sans Collier, Belgium — browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Espoir, answered.

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