How do I contact the shelter about Mathieu?

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

Can I adopt Mathieu if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Stichting Dierentehuis Vijfheerenlanden 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 Mathieu 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 Mathieu 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 Stichting Dierentehuis Vijfheerenlanden early rather than rehoming privately; they know Mathieu 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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Mathieu

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

Meet Mathieu! 🐾 This handsome fellow is Mathieu, a sweet cat about 2 years old. ❤️ Mathieu is the kind of cat that may not immediately show his best side. At first, he finds new people a bit overwhelming. He simply needs some time to get to know you and discover that he can trust you. But... if you take the time for Mathieu, you'll get an incredible amount in return! 🥰 A tasty treat or a gentle stroke on his head can be a great start. Once Mathieu realizes everything is okay, his sweet nature will emerge more and more. And once he trusts you, he'll give you all the love a cat can give. ❤️ We're looking for a patient owner for Mathieu who will give him the time to get used to things at his own pace. No rush, no expectations, just building trust together calmly. Because behind that somewhat cautious nature is an incredibly sweet cat who would love to give his heart to someone. 🥹🐾

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🐾 Maak kennis met Mathieu! 🐾 Dit knappe koppie is Mathieu , een lieve kater van ongeveer 2 jaar oud. ❤️ Mathieu is zo’n katje dat je misschien niet meteen van zijn beste kant laat zien. In het begin vindt hij nieuwe mensen namelijk nog een beetje spannend. Hij heeft simpelweg wat tijd nodig om je te leren kennen en te ontdekken dat hij je kan vertrouwen. Maar… neem je de tijd voor Mathieu, dan krijg je er ontzettend veel voor terug! 🥰 Een lekker snoepje of een rustige aai over zijn bol kan al een mooi begin zijn. Zodra Mathieu doorheeft dat het goed zit, komt zijn lieve karakter steeds meer tevoorschijn. En als hij je eenmaal vertrouwt, geeft hij je alle liefde die je maar van een kat kunt wensen. ❤️ Voor Mathieu zoeken we daarom een baasje dat geduld heeft en hem de tijd geeft om op zijn eigen tempo te wennen . Geen haast, geen verwachtingen, maar gewoon rustig samen vertrouwen opbouwen. Want achter dat ietwat voorzichtige koppie zit een ontzettend lieve kater die heel graag zijn hart aan iemand wil geven. 🥹🐾

Size

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇳🇱LC Leerdam

Shelter

Stichting Dierentehuis Vijfheerenlanden

Living with Mathieu

✓Good with cats
✕Good with kids

Cared for by Stichting Dierentehuis Vijfheerenlanden · LC Leerdam Learn about European Shorthair →

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About Mathieu

What life with Mathieu looks like

Mathieu is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Stichting Dierentehuis Vijfheerenlanden in LC Leerdam.

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.

LC Leerdam, Netherlands — browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mathieu, answered.

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