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Mae

Female · Young · 2 years

Mae is a gentle yet somewhat shy lady. She prefers to take a moment to observe new situations before fully engaging. After all, she needs some time to get comfortable and gradually come out of her shell. At first, she’s very cautious and will quickly dart away as soon as she encounters someone. With patience, love, and a calm approach, Mae blossoms more and more, allowing her friendly nature to shine through. Even though she may grumble a bit, she’ll come up to you for a cuddle and gently nudge you with her head. We’re looking for a stable, predictable household (without children) for Mae—a home where she can adjust at her own pace and develop into a delightful companion. After an adjustment period, Mae would love to go outside and explore the peaceful, green surroundings. Go back

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Mae is een zachtaardige, maar ook wat verlegen dame. Bij voorkeur wacht ze nieuwe situaties even af. Ze heeft namelijk wat tijd nodig om te wennen en uit haar schulp te kruipen. In het begin is ze erg op haar hoede en zal ze snel wegschieten zodra ze iemand tegenkomt. Met geduld, liefde en een rustige benadering bloeit Mae steeds meer op en komt haar vriendelijke karakter meer naar voren. Al knorrend komt ze naar je toe voor een knuffel en geeft voorzichtige kopjes. Wij zoeken voor Mae een stabiel, voorspelbaar 1 á 2-persoonshuishouden (zonder kinderen) waar ze op haar eigen tempo kan wennen en kan ontwikkelen tot een fijne metgezel. Na een wenperiode wil Mae graag naar buiten om de rustige, groene omgeving te verkennen. Ga terug

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇳🇱Netherlands
Shelter
Dierentehuis Arnhem
Living with Mae
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Dierentehuis Arnhem · Netherlands
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Mae home

What you'll need for Mae 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
    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 Mae

What life with Mae looks like

Mae is a young adult cat waiting at Dierentehuis Arnhem in Netherlands.

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.

Netherlands, Netherlands — browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mae, answered.

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