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Skyler

European Shorthair Β· Male Β· Young Β· 3 years

Meet Skyler 🐾 Skyler is a beautiful tiger cat with a gentle character, but also a bit of an uncertain heart. He is still a little scared and needs time to fully trust the world and especially people. However, with patience and calmness, you will see him gradually open up. Meanwhile, he allows himself to be gently petted, although he does not always fully enjoy it. Skyler is therefore looking for someone who does not force him and lets him grow at his own pace. He is not placed in families with children, as he needs a quiet, predictable environment. Other cats are no problem for him - on the contrary, they can even give him extra support. Skyler is a kitten who will win your heart, not immediately, but slowly and sincerely. Whoever gives him this chance will get a special bond in return πŸ’› If you are interested, please fill out the adoption form on our site:

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Maak kennis met Skyler 🐾 Skyler is een prachtige tijgerkat met een zacht karakter, maar ook een beetje een onzeker hartje. Hij is nog wat bang en heeft tijd nodig om de wereld en vooral mensen volledig te vertrouwen. Met geduld en rust zie je hem echter stap voor stap openbloeien. Ondertussen laat hij zich al voorzichtig aaien, al geniet hij daar nog niet altijd volop van. Skyler is dus op zoek naar iemand die hem niets forceert en hem op zijn eigen tempo laat groeien. Hij wordt niet geplaatst bij gezinnen met kinderen, omdat hij nood heeft aan een rustige, voorspelbare omgeving. Andere katten vormen geen probleem voor hem – integendeel, dat kan hem zelfs extra steun geven. Skyler is een katje dat je hart zal veroveren, niet meteen, maar langzaam en oprecht. Wie hem die kans geeft, krijgt er een bijzonder band voor terug πŸ’› Bij interesse gelieve het adoptieformulier op onze site in te vullen:

Size
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Age
Young Β· 3 years
Location
πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺMenen
Shelter
Dierenasiel De Knuffelpootjes
Living with Skyler
  • βœ“Good with cats
  • βœ“Good with kids
Cared for by Dierenasiel De KnuffelpootjesΒ Β· MenenLearn about European Shorthair β†’
More cats in Menen β†’More cats in Belgium β†’

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Skyler home

What you'll need for Skyler in week one.

Hand-picked Β· 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.

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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 Skyler

What life with Skyler looks like

Skyler is a 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 Skyler, answered.

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