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European Shorthair · Male · Young · 2 years

This cheerful young fellow we've named Otis. We think he's around 2 years old, but we're not sure. Otis was found on the street and we don't know where he came from or what he's been through. Anyway, he's young and full of the restless and enthusiastic energy that comes with it: Otis is affectionate, sweet, cheerful, curious and playful. He probably wandered the streets for a while and had to fend for himself with what he found on the street to eat. He was extremely thin and had extreme hunger. After a while with us and lots of tasty treats, the extreme hunger is gone, he has gained a lot of weight and his fur is beautiful on his shoulders. Otis is still very food-obsessed, and that's a point of attention for whoever takes this handsome guy in. Over time, he will probably learn that there is always enough food and become calmer, until then a closed kitchen and a sturdy feeder are a good way to keep Otis' appetite in check. For that reason, we don't really think he's a family cat for now, despite being very sweet and loving. Finally, it's important that he can go outside in the long run, he will definitely make sure there is food at home! Are you in the mood for some cheerfulness and coziness in the house? And do you also like to have the food ready on time? Then Otis is your man! Come and take a look at him!

NL·Show original

Deze vrolijke jonge kerel hebben we Otis genoemd. We denken dat hij een jaar of 2 is, maar zeker weten doen we het niet. Otis is op straat gevonden en waar hij vandaan komt en wat hij heeft meegemaakt, weten we niet. Hoe dan ook is hij jong en zit vol met de onstuimige en enthousiaste energie die daarbij hoort: Otis is aanhankelijk, lief, vrolijk, nieuwsgierig en speels. Waarschijnlijk heeft hij wel een tijdje op straat gezworven en heeft hij zichzelf moeten redden met wat hij op straat vond aan eten. Hij was ontzettend mager en had extreem veel honger. Na een tijdje bij ons en veel lekkere hapjes is de extreme honger weg, is hij een stuk aangekomen en zit zijn vacht hem prachtig om de schouders. Otis is nog wel steeds erg met eten bezig, en dat is een aandachtspuntje voor wie deze knapperd in huis neemt. In de loop van de tijd zal hij vast leren dat er altijd voldoende eten is en wat rustiger worden, tot dat moment zijn een afgesloten keuken en een stevig voerspel een goede manier om Otis’ eetlust in goede banen te leiden. Om die reden vinden we hem voor nu niet echt een gezinskat, ondanks dat hij erg lief is en dol op gezelligheid. Tot slot is het belangrijk dat hij lekker naar buiten kan op termijn, hij zal zeker zorgen voor het eten thuis te zijn! Heeft u wel zin in wat vrolijkheid en gezelligheid in huis? En heeft u ook graag op tijd het eten klaar staan? Dan is Otis uw man! Kom snel bij hem kijken!

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇳🇱Utrecht
Shelter
Dierenasiel Utrecht
Living with Otis
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dierenasiel Utrecht · UtrechtLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Otis home

What you'll need for Otis 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 Otis

What life with Otis looks like

Otis is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Dierenasiel Utrecht in Utrecht.

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.

Utrecht, Netherlands browse more cats in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Otis, answered.

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