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European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 8 years

Spritz was found in a very concerning state, requiring quick intervention. Today, he is gradually recovering and regaining strength at our shelter. He can be reserved at first, but once he feels comfortable, he becomes very sociable with humans but retains a famous personality. He simply needs time, gentleness, and respect to open up and reveal his true nature. Health-wise, Spritz is a carrier of feline AIDS. This particularity does not prevent him from considering a beautiful life in a suitable home, but he must live exclusively indoors to preserve his health and promote his well-being. As for his interactions, they are currently unknown with other animals. Co-habitation with other cats or dogs must therefore be considered gradually and with caution, depending on his evolution and feelings. Regarding his health, Spritz requires the administration of eye drops to maintain the comfort of his eyes. This care is simple but must be continued regularly by his future family to ensure his well-being.

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Spritz a été trouvé dans un état très préoccupant, nécessitant une prise en charge rapide. Aujourd’hui, il se remet progressivement et reprend peu à peu des forces au refuge. C’est un chat qui peut se montrer réservé au départ, mais une fois en confiance, il devient très sociable avec l’humain mais garde un fameux caractère. Il a simplement besoin de temps, de douceur et de respect pour s’ouvrir et révéler sa vraie nature. Côté santé, Spritz est porteur du Sida du chat. Cette particularité ne l’empêche pas d’envisager une belle vie en foyer adapté, mais il devra vivre exclusivement en intérieur afin de préserver sa santé et de favoriser son bien-être. Concernant ses ententes, elles sont pour le moment inconnues avec les autres animaux. Une cohabitation avec d’autres chats ou chiens devra donc être envisagée progressivement et avec prudence, en fonction de son évolution et de son ressenti. Concernant sa santé, Spritz nécessite l’administration de gouttes oculaires afin de maintenir le confort de ses yeux. Ce soin est simple mais devra être poursuivi régulièrement par sa future famille pour assurer son bien-être.

Size
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇧🇪Sans Collier
Shelter
Perwez)
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Bringing Spritz home

What you'll need for Spritz 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
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    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 Spritz

What life with Spritz looks like

Spritz is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Perwez) in Sans Collier.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Spritz, answered.

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