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Joske

Mixed Breed · Male · Kitten

Hi! I’m Joske. Together with my sister Keppe, I’m currently living in a foster home, where two other cats also reside. When we first arrived here, everything seemed incredibly exciting to us. We were scared of every sound, every movement, and every new impression. Since Keppe was so tiny and loved to hide, I felt I needed to keep an eye on her a bit. If someone got too close, I’d briefly show my teeth—not because I’m mean, but simply to say, “Please give us a little more time.” Luckily, we soon realized that we felt safe when things were calm. Then we’d emerge from our hiding spots and transform into two mischievous little playmates. Running, climbing, chasing each other—those are our favorite things to do! Meanwhile, it’s already been a month, and I’m incredibly proud of the progress we’ve both made. I absolutely love other cats. I’m always curious to see if they want to play with me—and of course, I approach them smartly. First, I’ll play around near them, and before I know it... oops!—I’m lying on my back, slowly rolling toward them. How could anyone possibly resist that? Thankfully, it usually works out fine, because I really enjoy the company of other cats. With people, I’m still a bit more cautious. Sometimes I still get startled by unexpected movements or noises, but I’m noticing that’s getting better and better. With a fun toy or something tasty, I’m already daring to come a lot closer. Every day, I’m learning a little more that people can bring wonderful things into my life too. I just need some time to build up that trust gradually and calmly. Keppe, on the other hand, is the most curious of the two of us. She takes a good look at everything first and even dares to cautiously approach people or let them touch her hand. I can see how much progress she’s making, and secretly, that gives me extra courage too. Together, we’re inseparable. We play, we sleep, and we reassure each other whenever something still feels a bit scary. That’s why we’re hoping to find a forever home where we can stay together. We’re looking for a family that will give us the time and space to continue blossoming. People who understand that trust grows in small steps and who rejoice in every new victory, no matter how small it may seem. We promise right now that we’ll do our very best every single day. And who knows... maybe we’ll even get to continue this journey together with you!

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Hoi! Ik ben Joske. Samen met mijn zus Keppe woon ik momenteel in een opvanggezin, waar ook nog twee andere poezen wonen. Toen we hier aankwamen, vonden we alles ontzettend spannend. We waren bang voor elk geluid, elke beweging en elke nieuwe indruk. Omdat Keppe zo klein was en zich het liefst verstopte, voelde ik dat ik een beetje op haar moest letten. Als iemand te dichtbij kwam, liet ik even mijn tandjes zien. Niet omdat ik gemeen ben, maar omdat ik gewoon wilde zeggen: "Geef ons alsjeblieft nog even de tijd." Gelukkig ontdekten we al snel dat we ons veilig voelden als het rustig was. Dan kwamen we uit onze schuilplek en veranderden we in twee ondeugende speelvogels. Rennen, klimmen, achter elkaar aan jagen... dat vinden we heerlijk. Ondertussen zijn we al een maand verder en ben ik ontzettend trots op de stappen die we allebei hebben gezet. Andere katten vind ik geweldig. Ik ben altijd benieuwd of ze met mij willen spelen. Dat pak ik natuurlijk slim aan. Ik speel eerst wat in hun buurt en voor ik het weet... oeps... lig ik op mijn rug en rol ik langzaam hun richting uit. Zo kan toch niemand mij weerstaan? Gelukkig lukt dat meestal ook, want ik geniet enorm van het gezelschap van andere katten. Naar mensen toe ben ik nog wat voorzichtiger. Ik schrik soms nog van onverwachte bewegingen of geluiden, maar ik merk dat dat steeds beter gaat. Met een leuk speeltje of iets lekkers durf ik al een heel stuk dichterbij te komen. Ik leer elke dag een beetje meer dat mensen ook fijne dingen kunnen betekenen. Ik heb gewoon wat tijd nodig om dat vertrouwen rustig verder op te bouwen. Keppe is dan weer de nieuwsgierigste van ons twee. Die kijkt eerst alles goed aan en durft ondertussen zelfs al voorzichtig dicht bij mensen te komen of een hand aan te raken. Ik zie hoeveel vooruitgang die maakt, en stiekem geeft mij dat ook extra moed. Samen zijn we onafscheidelijk. We spelen, slapen, en geven elkaar vertrouwen als iets nog spannend is. Daarom hopen we een thuis te vinden waar we samen mogen blijven. We zoeken een gezin dat ons de tijd en ruimte geeft om verder open te bloeien. Mensen die begrijpen dat vertrouwen groeit in kleine stapjes en die blij worden van elke nieuwe overwinning, hoe klein die ook lijkt. Wij beloven alvast dat we elke dag ons best doen. En wie weet... misschien mogen we die reis wel samen met jou verderzetten.

Size
Small
Age
Kitten
Location
🇧🇪Belgium
Shelter
Zwerfkat
Living with Joske
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Zwerfkat · BelgiumLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Joske home

What you'll need for Joske in week one.

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  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
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    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 Joske

What life with Joske looks like

Joske is a small puppy/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 — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇧🇪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 Joske, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Joske?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Zwerfkat handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Joske on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Joske if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Joske 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 Joske 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 Zwerfkat early rather than rehoming privately; they know Joske 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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