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Not confirmed since October 16, 2026

Gijs

Mixed Breed Β· Male Β· Kitten

Gijsje is a sweet little boy who has one thing on his mind: food. From day one, he knew exactly what he wanted, the best spot at the table. And sometimes, he had to fight for it. But Gijsje is more than just a little foodie. He's a curious and gentle kitten who wants to explore the world. He watches his siblings play, and then decides he needs to join in. The tunnels are approved, the balls are chased with enthusiasm, and the scratching posts have been thoroughly tested by this little adventurer. Gijsje has a playful but calm personality. He likes to join in, but doesn't need to be the center of attention all the time. One thing remains the same: when there's food around, Gijsje is there. This little gourmet is ready for his next big adventure: a forever home where he can play, explore, grow, and most importantly... eat. And preferably with a playmate. Want to meet this little foodie in person? He's looking for a home with another young, social kitten or can be adopted with his mom, brothers, or sisters.

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Als Gijsje zichzelf mocht voorstellen, zou hij het waarschijnlijk kort houden: β€œWaar staat mijn eten?” Want vanaf dag één was voor deze kleine man één ding glashelder: eten staat bovenaan de lijst. Bij zijn allereerste eetmomentjes wist hij al precies wat hij wilde, namelijk het beste plekje aan β€œde tafel”. En daar moest hij soms flink voor strijden. Maar Gijsje is uiteraard veel meer dan een kleine lekkerbek. Hij is een heerlijk rustig en nieuwsgierig katertje dat stap voor stap de wereld wil ontdekken. Eerst kijkt hij aandachtig wat zijn broertje en zusjes uitspoken, en dan besluit hij dat hij er natuurlijk ook bij moet zijn. De speeltunnels zijn inmiddels goedgekeurd, de balletjes worden fanatiek achtervolgd en de krabpalen hebben al een grondige test ondergaan van deze kleine avonturier. Gijsje heeft een fijne, speelse maar rustige persoonlijkheid. Hij doet gezellig mee, maar hoeft zeker niet voortdurend het middelpunt te zijn. EΓ©n ding blijft wel altijd hetzelfde: is er eten in de buurt, dan is Gijsje erbij. Deze kleine BourgondiΓ«r is klaar voor zijn volgende grote avontuur: een eigen thuis voor altijd, waar hij mag spelen, ontdekken, groeien en vooral… lekker eten. En het liefst samen met een speelkameraadje. Wil jij deze kleine lekkerbek in het echt leren kennen? Hij is op zoek naar een huisje met een ander jong, sociaal katje of kan geadopteerd worden samen met zijn mama, broers of zusjes.

Size
Small
Age
Kitten
Location
πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺBelgium
Shelter
Zwerfkat
Living with Gijs
  • βœ“Good with cats
  • βœ“Good with kids
Cared for by ZwerfkatΒ Β· BelgiumLearn about Mixed Breed β†’

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Gijs home

What you'll need for Gijs 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 Gijs

What life with Gijs looks like

Gijs is a small kitten mixed breed cat waiting at Zwerfkat in Belgium.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months β€” most shelters arrange this before adoption.

πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺAdopting 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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Gijs, answered.

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