Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

MAURICE

European Shorthair · Female · Senior · 12 years

Maurice is a beautiful European cat with a unique personality. She loves being petted, but only when and how she wants to be. This is what makes her charming. With Maurice, affection must be earned, and it's all the more precious because of it. Her needs: Maurice has gotten used to going outside, and a garden is essential for her well-being. She would not be happy living in an apartment. She also prefers to be the only cat in the house; she does not get along with other cats and should therefore live without a feline companion. What we still don't know: We don't know how she reacts with dogs. Regarding children, we prefer to be cautious: we recommend a home without children under 10 years old. Our team will be able to tell you more during your visit. The ideal home for Maurice: Maurice will be a good fit for a person or family with a garden, without another cat, and without a child under 10 years old. A home that respects her independence and her desire for cuddles, without imposing them, will make her happy. In return, she will offer a discreet and faithful presence, and moments of tenderness all the more touching because she has chosen them. Want to meet her? Maurice is waiting for the person who will appreciate her temperament and offer her a garden to thrive in. If her story touches you, please contact us ONLY by phone at 02 204 49 50 for more information and to arrange a meeting. Adoption is only possible with a "permit to keep an animal" for people residing in the Walloon Region.

FR·Show original

Statut : Abandonné Race : Européen Sexe : Femelle Puce électronique : 981100004160433Né : 10/02/2014 Pays : Belgique Au refuge depuis : 19/10/2026 Maurice est une jolie chatte européenne au caractère bien à elle. Elle aime les caresses, mais à son heure et selon son humeur : elle n’est pas en demande permanente, et c’est justement ce qui fait son charme. Avec Maurice, la tendresse se mérite, et elle n’en est que plus précieuse.Ses besoins : Maurice a pris l’habitude d’aller à l’extérieur, et un jardin est indispensable pour son équilibre. La vie en appartement ne lui conviendrait pas. Elle est de plus du genre à préférer être la seule princesse de la maison : elle ne s’entend pas avec les autres chats et doit donc vivre sans congénère félin.Ce que nous ignorons encore : nous ne savons pas comment elle réagit avec les chiens. Concernant les enfants, nous préférons rester prudents : nous recommandons un foyer sans enfant de moins de 10 ans. Notre équipe pourra vous en dire plus lors de votre visite.Le foyer idéal pour Maurice : Maurice conviendra à une personne ou une famille avec un jardin, sans autre chat, et sans enfant de moins de 10 ans. Un foyer qui respecte son indépendance et ses envies de câlins, sans les imposer, la rendra heureuse. Elle offrira en retour une présence discrète et fidèle, et des moments de tendresse d’autant plus touchants qu’elle les aura choisis.Envie de la rencontrer ? Maurice attend la personne qui saura apprécier son tempérament et lui offrir un jardin où s’épanouir. Si son histoire vous touche, merci de nous contacter UNIQUEMENT par téléphone au 02 204 49 50, pour plus de renseignements et organiser une rencontreAdoption possible uniquement avec un ''permis de détention d'un animal'' pour les personnes résidant en Région Wallonne

Size
—
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇧🇪Brussels
Shelter
Help Animals
Living with MAURICE
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Help Animals · BrusselsLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed Today

Bringing MAURICE home

What you'll need for MAURICE 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.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

    View on Amazon→
    €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.

    View on Amazon→
    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

    View on Amazon→
    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

    View on Amazon→
    €30–60

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About MAURICE

What life with MAURICE looks like

MAURICE is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Help Animals in Brussels.

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 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 MAURICE, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about MAURICE?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Help Animals handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw MAURICE on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt MAURICE if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Help Animals 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is MAURICE 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 MAURICE 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 Help Animals early rather than rehoming privately; they know MAURICE 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.
You might also like

More European Shorthair pets

Motte, female senior European Shorthair for adoption at Tierschutz Hanau, Hanau

Motte

European Shorthair

11 yearsFemale
Ahsoka-Tano, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierschutz Hanau, Hanau

Ahsoka-Tano

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Scary, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierschutz Hanau, Hanau

Scary

European Shorthair

1 yearFemale

More from Help Animals

CHOPIN, male 7yo European Shorthair for adoption at Help Animals, Brussels

CHOPIN

European Shorthair

7 yearsMale
CAPUCINE, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Help Animals, Brussels

CAPUCINE

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
SUGAR, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Help Animals, Brussels

SUGAR

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Similar animals

More European Shorthairs looking for a home

Nessa,  European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Nessa

European Shorthair

Unknown
Elrond,  young European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Elrond

European Shorthair

1 yearUnknown
Zaza,  puppy European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Zaza

European Shorthair

4 monthsUnknown
Fleur,  3yo European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Fleur

European Shorthair · small

3 yearsUnknown
Dropje,  young European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Dropje

European Shorthair

2 yearsUnknown
Cheddar,  puppy European Shorthair for adoption at Dierenasiel Ganzeweide, Veurne

Cheddar

European Shorthair

5 monthsUnknown

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →