How do I contact the shelter about Fakir?

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 Fakir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Fakir 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 Fakir 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 Fakir 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 Fakir 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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Fakir

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

Fakir is a 2-year-old tomcat. He was brought to us as a stray, and we know nothing about his past. Right now, it's clear what Fakir is all about in life. That's food! He thinks he never gets enough and does his best to find more food himself. The expectation that he will continue doing this in his new home, especially at first, is high. If you have an excess of mice at home, Fakir would love to stop by and do something about it. Eating your hamburger off your plate must just be part of the deal according to him. Furthermore, this guy stands strong in life and is adventurous. He likes to go his own way and can clearly decide what he wants. If he wants attention, he comes over for a quick pet on his head, but a cuddly cat is not Fakir. He likes to be around you, curious as he is, wanting to know what you are doing.

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Fakir is een kater van 2 jaar oud. Hij is als vondeling bij ons gebracht, over zijn verleden weten wij niets. Op dit moment is het duidelijk wat er op 1 staat in het leven van Fakir. Dat is eten! Hij vindt dat hij hier nooit genoeg krijgt en doet hoed zijn best om zelf meer eten te vinden. De verwachting dat hij hier in het nieuwe huis, zeker in het begin, nog mee doorgaat is groot. Heb je een overschot aan muizen thuis, Fakir komt graag langs om hier iets aan te doen. Dat hij daarbij ook je hamburger van je bord eet moet je maar op de koop toenemen volgens meneer. Verder staat deze kerel stoer in het leven en is ondernemend. Gaat graag zijn eigen gang en kan goed bepalen waar hij zelf zin in heeft. Als hij aandacht wil komt hij even een aai over zijn bol halen, maar een uitgebreide knuffelkat is Fakir niet. Hij is wel graag bij je in de buurt, nieuwsgierig als hij is wil hij weten wat je aan het doen bent.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇳🇱Leiden

Shelter

Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden

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Bringing Fakir home

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About Fakir

What life with Fakir looks like

Fakir is a large 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Fakir, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Fakir?: 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 Fakir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Fakir 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 Fakir 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 Fakir 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 Fakir 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.