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Kilo

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

Kilo is a 3-year-old neutered male cat with a well-defined temperament. Very curious and rather gentle during first contacts, he can then suddenly become aggressive without any clear warning signs. Kilo is therefore not a cat to place in all hands. He will need an experienced adopter, capable of respecting his limits, understanding his language and offering him an appropriate environment, without excessive constraints. Outdoor access will be essential to allow him to expend energy, explore and regain a certain balance. A home without children is also imperative. Kilo is looking first and foremost for someone who will accept him as he is, with his particular character and specific needs.

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Kilo est un chat mâle castré de 3 ans au tempérament bien affirmé. Très curieux et plutôt doux lors des premiers contacts, il peut ensuite devenir brusquement agressif, sans signe annonciateur clair. Kilo n’est donc pas un chat à placer entre toutes les mains. Il aura besoin d’un adoptant expérimenté, capable de respecter ses limites, de comprendre son langage et de lui offrir un environnement adapté, sans contrainte excessive. Un accès extérieur sera indispensable pour lui permettre de se dépenser, d’explorer et de retrouver un certain équilibre. Un foyer sans enfants est également impératif. Kilo cherche avant tout quelqu’un qui acceptera tel qu’il est, avec son caractère particulier et ses besoins spécifiques.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇧🇪Brussels
Shelter
SRPA Veeweyde Brussels
Living with Kilo
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by SRPA Veeweyde Brussels · BrusselsLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Kilo home

What you'll need for Kilo in week one.

Hand-picked · 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 Kilo

What life with Kilo looks like

Kilo is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at SRPA Veeweyde Brussels in Brussels.

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.

Brussels, Belgium browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kilo, answered.

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