How do I contact the shelter about Lunya?

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

Can I adopt Lunya 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 Lunya 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 Lunya 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 Lunya 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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Lunya

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 4 years

Lunya is a 13-year-old female cat. She was brought to us because she found it too busy living with a small child. Lunya is also a real lap cat who knows what she wants. She loves peace and quiet, and a owner who accepts her wishes. Once she has established trust with you, she prefers to be in the same room as you. She always comes to greet you when you get home and likes to curl up on the couch with you at night. You can sometimes stroke her head, but Lunya is not a real cuddly cat. If you cross her boundaries, you may expect a swat. When visitors come, she enjoys being nearby and sometimes joins in the conversation. Visitors should just not try to get too close. She's still playful and loves toys with feathers or a fishing rod. She really enjoys playing with her owner. Also, if you have been on vacation, Lunya is upset and likes to sit next to you when you eat yogurt. She also likes to lick up the leftovers. Vet visits are not appreciated.

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Lunya is een poes van 13 jaar oud. Ze is bij ons gebracht aangezien ze het te druk vond om samen te wonen met een klein kind. Ook Lunya is een echt lapje die weet wat ze wil. Ze houdt van rust en regelmaat en een baasje die haar wensen accepteert. Als ze eenmaal een vertrouwensband met je heeft wil ze het liefst in de zelfde ruimte zijn waar jij bent. Ze komt je altijd begroeten als je thuis komt en kruipt graag ’s avonds bij je op de bank. Soms kan je haar kopje aaien, maar een echte knuffelkat is Lunya niet. Ga je over haar grenzen kan je een tik verwachten. Bij bezoek vindt ze het gezellig om in de buurt te zijn en doet soms ook mee in het gesprek. Het bezoek moet alleen geen toenadering zoeken. Ze is nog best speels en houdt van speelgoed met veren of een hengel. Ze vindt het erg gezellig om samen met de baas te spelen. Verder is mevrouw boos op je als je op vakantie bent geweest en ze komt snel naast je zitten als je een kommetje yoghurt eet. De restjes likt ze maar wat graag op. Dierenartsbezoeken worden niet gewaardeerd.

Size

Small

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇳🇱Leiden

Shelter

Dierentehuis Stevenshage Leiden

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

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Lunya home

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About Lunya

What life with Lunya looks like

Lunya is a small 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 Lunya, answered.

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