How do I contact the shelter about Ivo?

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

Can I adopt Ivo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes 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 Ivo 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 Ivo 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 Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ivo 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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Adopt Ivo

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 8 years

Get to know Ivo. Ivo has come to us following an impoundment and seems to have not seen much good in the world yet. He is a very shy cat who needs time to learn to trust people. New situations make him insecure, and he will not seek out closeness immediately. For Ivo, we are therefore looking for a quiet, stable home where nothing is expected of him and where he can acclimate at his own pace. With much patience, understanding, and love, he might open up and gradually gain more trust. But honestly, we cannot promise that with certainty. Ivo primarily needs people who accept him as he is, even if he remains a more reserved cat. Who will give this special boy that one safe place where he can finally find peace? A home where time plays no role and where he can simply be himself. Maybe it's just with you that Ivo will finally discover what it feels like to be loved. For more information, please fill out the adoption form at this link:

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Maak kennis met Ivo. Ivo is bij ons binnengekomen na een inbeslagname en heeft vermoedelijk nog niet veel goeds van de wereld gezien. Hij is een zeer schuwe kat die tijd nodig heeft om mensen te leren vertrouwen. Nieuwe situaties maken hem onzeker en hij zal niet meteen toenadering zoeken. Voor Ivo zoeken we daarom een rustige, stabiele thuis waar niets van hem verwacht wordt en waar hij op zijn eigen tempo mag wennen. Met veel geduld, begrip en liefde kan hij misschien openbloeien en stap voor stap meer vertrouwen krijgen. Maar eerlijk is eerlijk: dat kunnen we niet met zekerheid beloven. Ivo heeft vooral nood aan mensen die hem aanvaarden zoals hij is, ook als hij altijd een eerder terughoudende kat zou blijven. Wie geeft deze bijzondere jongen die ene veilige plek waar hij eindelijk tot rust mag komen? Een thuis waar tijd geen rol speelt en waar hij gewoon zichzelf mag zijn. Misschien is het net bij jou dat Ivo eindelijk kan ontdekken hoe het voelt om geliefd te zijn. Bij interesse, gelieve de adoptieformulier in te vullen op deze link:

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Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇧🇪Menen

Shelter

Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes

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Bringing Ivo home

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About Ivo

What life with Ivo looks like

Ivo is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes in Menen.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ivo, answered.

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