How do I contact the shelter about Lily?

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

Can I adopt Lily if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dierenasiel Utrecht 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 Lily 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 Lily 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 Utrecht early rather than rehoming privately; they know Lily 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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Lily

European Shorthair · Female · Senior · 10 years

Lily's previous owners couldn't take good care of her, so she came to us here. She wasn't used to much at her previous owners, so she's been amazed at us! From her safe spot in the scratching post, she keeps an eye on us and the other cats. But after a few weeks, we can see that she's getting bolder. If you have patience and some treats to offer, you can gently stroke her, and if no one is in the room, she'll come out of her house to look around. We're looking for a quiet household for her, without other animals and without children - now and in the future. Lily is very uncertain and cautious and won't let herself be seen in a busy environment. But she's also sweet and gentle, and in the right environment, she'll surely be a friendly friend for her new owner. This sweet girl has already experienced a lot and is now looking for a place where she can stay forever and where she gets the care and love she deserves. Are you the one where this Lily can really flourish? Then come and visit us for an introduction.

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Lily’s vorige baasjes konden niet goed voor haar zorgen en zo kwam ze hier bij ons terecht. Bij haar vorige baasjes was ze niet zoveel gewend en zo kijkt ze haar (prachtige groene) ogen uit bij ons! Vanuit haar veilige plekje in de krabpaal houdt ze ons en de andere katten goed in de gaten. Maar na een paar weken zien we al dat ze wat meer durft. Wie geduld en wat lekkers in de aanbieding heeft, mag haar voorzichtig kroelen en als er niemand in de ruimte is, komt ze al uit haar huisje om wat rond te kijken. Voor haar zoeken we een rustig huishouden, zonder andere dieren en zonder kinderen – ook in de toekomst. Lily is erg onzeker en voorzichtig en zal zich in een drukke omgeving niet laten zien. Maar ze is ook lief en zachtaardig en zal in de juiste omgeving heus een gezellig vriendinnetje zijn voor haar nieuwe baas. Dit lieve meisje heeft dus al het nodige meegemaakt en zoekt nu die plek waar ze voor altijd mag blijven en waar ze de zorg en liefde krijgt die ze verdient. Bent u diegene waar deze Lily helemaal tot bloei kan komen? Kom dan snel bij ons langs voor een kennismaking.

Size

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Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇳🇱Utrecht

Shelter

Dierenasiel Utrecht

Living with Lily

✓Spayed
✓Good with cats
✕Good with kids

Cared for by Dierenasiel Utrecht · Utrecht Learn about European Shorthair →

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Bringing Lily home

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About Lily

What life with Lily looks like

Lily is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Dierenasiel Utrecht in Utrecht.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇳🇱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.

Utrecht, Netherlands — browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lily, answered.

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