How do I contact the shelter about River?

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

Can I adopt River if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dierenopvang Hengelo 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 River 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 River 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 Dierenopvang Hengelo early rather than rehoming privately; they know River 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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Adopt River

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

I am a 4-year-old cat. I have been in the shelter for a long time, almost 3 years! When I first came here, I was very shy. I often hid and ran away when my caregivers came into the room. Meanwhile, I have made great progress! My regular caregiver can now approach me well, and I no longer run away from the other caregivers. I was placed once before, but I was so scared that I went back to the animal shelter as soon as possible. That was more than a year ago, and I would like to try again now! I am looking for a home where I can relax and have space and time. The people there should not expect anything from me. I would like to come into a home with a social cat so that I can learn from him/her that the other residents are not scary. I also want immediate access to an enclosed garden. Children and dogs are not a match for me. Are you interested in me and would you like to meet me? Then make an appointment by phone: 46, or come by during walk-in hours! Stichting Dierenopvang Hengelo Zilverstraat 30 7554 NH Hengelo 46 .75.18.812 RSIN:

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Ik ben een poes van 4 jaar oud. Ik zit al een hele tijd in de opvang, al bijna 3 jaar! Toen ik hier net kwam was ik heel erg schuw. Ik verstopte me vaak en rende weg als mijn verzorgers in de kamer kwamen. Ondertussen hebben ik al hele stappen gemaakt! Mijn vaste verzorger kan mij nu goed benaderen en ook voor de andere verzorgers ren ik niet meer weg. Ik ben een keer eerder geplaatst geweest, maar ik was toen zo bang dat ik zo snel mogelijk weer naar het asiel ben gegaan. Dat is al meer dan een jaar geleden en ik wil het nu heel graag nog een keer proberen! Ik ben op zoek naar een huisje waar ik lekker de tijd en ruimte krijg om te ontspannen en waarvan de mensen niks van mij verwachten. Ik wil graag bij een sociale kat in huis komen zodat ik van hem/haar kan leren dat de andere bewoners niet zo eng zijn. Ook wil ik graag meteen toegang hebben tot een afgesloten tuin. Kinderen en honden zijn geen match met mij. Heeft u interesse in mij en wilt u kennis maken? Maak dan een afspraak via de telefoon: 46, of kom langs tijdens de inloopuren! Stichting Dierenopvang Hengelo Zilverstraat 30 7554 NH Hengelo 46 .75.18.812 RSIN: 812610908 Ik zoek een dier Steun ons Ons opvangcentrum Dierenpension Gevonden dieren Katten huiskamer Dier in nood Word vrijwilliger Nieuws Contact © 2026 Stichting Dierenopvang Hengelo Gerealiseerd door Mediakanjers

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Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇳🇱Hengelo

Shelter

Dierenopvang Hengelo

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About River

What life with River looks like

River is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Dierenopvang Hengelo in Hengelo.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting River, answered.

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