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FRANKI

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

Franki - A gentle companion seeking his haven. Franki is a beautiful European male cat, with a soft heart and eyes full of gentleness. He is kind but a bit timid, he needs a calm environment where he can feel safe and loved.His qualities:Very kind and cleanCalm in the car and during transportationCan handle loneliness, ideal for people who workA serene environment, without too many young childrenPoints to know:Franki is FIV positive, so it will be imperative not to have other cats in the family unit, unless they are also FIV positive.If the cat has access to a garden, it must also be well fenced and Franki should not interact with other cats!He is the perfect companion for a family or an individual who wants to offer a peaceful and secure environment.Interested in Franki? Contact us ONLY BY PHONE AT 02 523 44 16 to give him the life he deserves!

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Statut : Abandonné Race : Européen Sexe : Mâle Puce électronique : 967000010634036Né : 13/11/2022 Pays : Belgique Au refuge depuis : 01/07/2026 FRANKI est un magnifique chat européen mâle, au cœur tendre et au regard rempli de douceur. Gentil mais un peu craintif, il a besoin d’un environnement calme où il pourra se sentir en sécurité et aimé.Ses qualités :Très gentil et propreCalme en voiture et lors des transportsSupporte la solitude, idéal pour des personnes qui travaillentUn environnement serein, sans trop de jeunes enfants Points à savoir :FRANKI est positif FIV, il sera donc impératif de ne pas avoir d'autres chats dans la cellule familiale, sauf s'ils sont également positif FIV.Si FRANKI a accès à un jardin, celui-ci devra être également bien clôturé et il ne pourra pas cotoyer d'autres chats ! C'est le compagnon parfait pour une famille ou une personne qui souhaite offrir un cadre paisible et sécurisé.Adoption possible uniquement avec un ''permis de détention d'un animal'' si vous résidez en Wallonie.Le refuge de Waterloo est ouvert du lundi au jeudi entre 13h et 17h. Pour plus de renseignements, merci de nous contacter UNIQUEMENT par téléphone au 02 204 49 50.

Size
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Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇧🇪Brussels
Shelter
Help Animals
Living with FRANKI
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Help Animals · BrusselsLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing FRANKI home

What you'll need for FRANKI 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 FRANKI

What life with FRANKI looks like

FRANKI is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Help Animals in Brussels.

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.

Brussels, Belgium — browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting FRANKI, answered.

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