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Rachel

European Shorthair Β· Female Β· Young Β· 2 years

Rachel is looking for her very own warm home 🐾 Rachel has done an amazing job as a mom. She is currently still busy teaching her kittens their final life lessons, but we are already carefully keeping an eye out for a loving home where she can receive all the attention she deserves. Rachel is a sweet and affectionate cat who enjoys company and cuddle moments. She likes to be close to you and builds a beautiful bond with her people. However, she does have a small personality quirk: if something doesn't appeal to her or when she gets riled up, she might sometimes nibble. Therefore, we are looking for a home that respects her signals and gives her time to feel comfortable. Are you searching for a charming, loving cat with her own personality and a big heart? Then Rachel might just be your perfect match. If interested, please fill out the form:

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Rachel zoekt binnenkort haar eigen warme thuis 🐾 Rachel heeft haar taak als mama fantastisch gedaan. Ze is momenteel nog druk bezig haar kittens de laatste levenslessen mee te geven, maar stilaan willen we alvast voorzichtig uitkijken naar een liefdevolle thuis waar zij zelf alle aandacht mag krijgen. Rachel is een lieve en aanhankelijke poes die graag geniet van gezelschap en knuffelmomentjes. Ze komt graag bij je in de buurt en bouwt een mooie band op met haar mensen. Wel heeft ze een klein karaktertje: als iets haar niet aanstaat of wanneer ze overprikkeld raakt, kan ze soms eens happen. Daarom zoeken we voor haar een thuis die haar signalen respecteert en haar de tijd geeft om zich op haar gemak te voelen. Ben je op zoek naar een charmante, liefdevolle poes met een eigen willetje en een groot hart? Dan zou Rachel wel eens jouw perfecte match kunnen zijn. Bij interesse gelieve het formulier in te vullen:

Size
Large
Age
Young Β· 2 years
Location
πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺMenen
Shelter
Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes
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Bringing Rachel home

What you'll need for Rachel 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
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    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 Rachel

What life with Rachel looks like

Rachel is a large young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes in Menen.

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 β€” every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺAdopting 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.

Menen, Belgium β€” browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rachel, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rachel?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Rachel on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rachel if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes 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 Rachel 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Rachel isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes early rather than rehoming privately; they know Rachel 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 β€” 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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