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Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 9 years

Background She was brought to us as a foundling at the animal shelter. Character Rosie is a calm senior cat who likes to go her own way. She’s not a lap cat, but she enjoys being near her people and following everything calmly from a safe spot up high. Rosie loves her independence and is looking for a home where she doesn’t have to do anything and can just be herself. Because of her calm character, Rosie needs time to build trust. Busy situations make her insecure, so she’s looking for a calm environment without children. She has always lived outdoors and still enjoys being able to go outside. Placement For Rosie, we are looking for a quiet golden nest where she can age comfortably. A home without children is necessary. Other calm senior cats might be possible, as long as they give her enough space. Rosie does not form a good match with dogs. A home with safe access to the outdoors is important for Rosie so she can maintain her familiar lifestyle. She is primarily looking for people who accept her as she is: a calm lady who values company but also places great importance on her own spot and freedom. This animal is not suitable for homes with children.

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AchtergrondZij werd als vondeling bij ons in het dierenasiel binnen gebracht. KarakterRosie is een rustige seniorpoes die graag haar eigen gangetje gaat. Ze is geen knuffelkat, maar vindt het wel fijn om in de buurt van haar mensen te zijn en alles rustig mee te volgen vanop een veilig plekje in de hoogte. Rosie houdt van haar onafhankelijkheid en zoekt een thuis waar ze niets moet en gewoon zichzelf mag zijn.Door haar rustige karakter heeft Rosie tijd nodig om vertrouwen op te bouwen. Drukke situaties maken haar onzeker, daarom zoekt ze een kalme omgeving zonder kinderen. Ze heeft altijd buiten geleefd en geniet er nog steeds van om naar buiten te kunnen.PlaatsingVoor Rosie zoeken we een rustig gouden mandje waar ze op haar gemak oud mag worden. Een thuis zonder kinderen is noodzakelijk. Andere rustige senior katten zouden eventueel kunnen, zolang ze haar voldoende ruimte geven. Met honden vormt Rosie geen goede match.Een woning met veilige toegang naar buiten is voor Rosie belangrijk, zodat ze haar vertrouwde levensstijl kan behouden. Ze zoekt vooral mensen die haar accepteren zoals ze is: een rustige dame die gezelschap waardeert, maar ook veel belang hecht aan haar eigen plekje en vrijheid.Enkel in België

Size
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇧🇪Sint-Truiden
Shelter
Dierenasiel Sint-Truiden
Living with Rosie
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Rosie home

What you'll need for Rosie 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 Rosie

What life with Rosie looks like

Rosie is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Dierenasiel Sint-Truiden in Sint-Truiden.

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 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.

Sint-Truiden, Belgium browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rosie, answered.

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