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Winston

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Winston is a sweet old boy with a calm and laid-back temperament. He enjoys his little comforts and lives life at his own pace. Very sociable, he easily seeks out companionship and appreciates moments of affection. An easygoing companion who will quickly find his place in his new home. No outdoor activities allowed.

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Winston est un adorable pépère au tempérament calme et posé. Il aime son petit confort et profite de la vie à son rythme. Très sociable, il vient facilement chercher la compagnie et apprécie les moments de tendresse. Un compagnon facile à vivre qui trouvera rapidement sa place dans son nouveau foyer. Sorties interdites.

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇧🇪Assesse
Shelter
Aide et Protection Animales A.S.B.L.
Cared for by Aide et Protection Animales A.S.B.L. · AssesseLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Winston home

What you'll need for Winston 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
    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 Winston

What life with Winston looks like

Winston is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Aide et Protection Animales A.S.B.L. in Assesse.

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.

Assesse, Belgium — browse more cats in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Winston, answered.

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