How do I contact the shelter about Kiezel?

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

Can I adopt Kiezel 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 Kiezel 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 Kiezel 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 Kiezel 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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Kiezel

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 9 years

Hi, I’m Kiezel and I’m almost 12 years old. Apparently, I’d been missing for eight years—kind of strange, since I actually knew exactly where I was all along. My owners certainly did look for me, but they just didn’t check the place where I was. When I finally ended up wandering into the shelter, it turned out I had a microchip (which I had no idea about...). Then my owners came to visit. I talked with them about the living situation they could offer me now, and I decided to turn it down. I’d rather keep looking for a new home that’s just perfect for me. At first, I didn’t want much attention and just wanted to do my own thing—but now I’ve started to enjoy getting a little petting on the head too. I’ve discovered that’s actually quite nice. I’m becoming more and more confident around people, and I now feel really comfortable when they’re around. Hopefully, I’ll soon find an owner with whom I can build a wonderful bond. As for other cats, I’m still a bit hesitant—but if there’s plenty of space, who knows?

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Hoi ik ben Kiezel en ben bijna 12 jaar oud. Ik schijn 8 jaar lang vermist te zijn geweest. Beetje apart, want ik wist natuurlijk gewoon waar ik was. M’n baasjes hebben zeker gezocht, maar simpelweg niet op de plek waar ik was. Toen ik uiteindelijk zwervend in het asiel terecht kwam bleek ik een chip te hebben (wist ik niets van..) en kwamen m'n baasjes op bezoek. Ik heb met ze gesproken over de woonsituatie die ze me nu kunnen bieden en ik heb besloten die af te keuren. Liever ga ik op zoek naar een nieuwe plek die helemaal bij me past. Wilde ik in het begin niet zoveel aandacht en lekker mijn eigen gang gaan, nou inmiddels kom ik me toch ook wel melden voor een aai over mijn bol. Dat is toch wel fijn heb ik ontdekt. Ik word steeds dapperder rond mensen en voel me inmiddels goed als ze er zijn. Hopelijk krijg ik snel een baasje waar ik een fijne band mee kan opbouwen. Andere katten twijfel ik over, maar als er veel ruimte is...wie weet.

Size

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Age

Adult · 9 years

Location

🇳🇱Leiden

Shelter

Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden

Living with Kiezel

✓Microchipped
✓Good with cats

Cared for by Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden · Leiden Learn about European Shorthair →

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Listed 4 months ago

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About Kiezel

What life with Kiezel looks like

Kiezel 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 Kiezel, answered.

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