How do I contact the shelter about Gremlin?

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

Can I adopt Gremlin 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 Gremlin 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 Gremlin 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 Gremlin 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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Gremlin

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 4 years

Gremlin is a 2-year-old female cat. She was brought to us after her owner was no longer able to care for her. When she first arrived at the shelter, she also gave birth to three kittens. All these changes were quite overwhelming for her, as she is not very brave. Despite this, she has done a fantastic job as a mother and we are proud of how Gremlin has handled it. She has become more relaxed and is enjoying life in a foster home. Her children are now able to take care of themselves, which she is completely fine with. Gremlin loves to do what she wants. She can entertain herself and won't worry if the new owner is away for work. However, she still enjoys a good scratch behind the ears, which she really likes. She is not a cat that craves a lot of attention, though. She remains a bit shy and would prefer to be placed in a quiet household. At the moment, she is very food-motivated and likes to remind you that she thinks she can get something.

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Gremlin is een poes van 2 jaar. Ze is bij ons gebracht nadat haar eigenaar niet meer in staat was om voor haar te zorgen. Toen ze net op het asiel kwam beviel ze ook nog eens van drie kittens. Allemaal grote veranderingen voor haar, terwijl ze al niet zo dapper is. Toch heeft ze haar moederrol fantastisch vervuld en zijn we trots hoe Gremlin het heeft gedaan. Ze werd steeds meer ontspannen en vermaakt zich inmiddels, in een pleeggezin, prima. Haar kinderen kunnen inmiddels voor zichzelf zorgen, wat ze ook helemaal oké vindt. Gremlin houdt ervan om gewoon lekker te doen waar ze zin in heeft. Kan zichzelf prima vermaken en zal er niet wakker van liggen als de nieuwe eigenaar weg is voor werk. Toch komt ze ook nog wel eens voor een aai over haar kop, wat ze echt wel lekker vindt. Maar een uitgebreide knuffelkat is ze niet. Verder blijft ze wat verlegen en zal ze het liefst in een rustig huishouden geplaatst willen worden. Op dit moment vindt ze eten toch wel heel belangrijk en meldt zich graag als ze denkt dat ze iets kan krijgen.

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇳🇱Leiden

Shelter

Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden

Living with Gremlin

✓Good with kids

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About Gremlin

What life with Gremlin looks like

Gremlin is a 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 Gremlin, answered.

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