How do I contact the shelter about ZOURBY?

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

Can I adopt ZOURBY if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Help Animals 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 ZOURBY 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 ZOURBY 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 Help Animals early rather than rehoming privately; they know ZOURBY 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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Adopt ZOURBY

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 4 years

Abandoned: 18/11/2025 Race: European Sex: Female Microchip: 967000010634571Né: 20/12/2021 Country: Belgium At the shelter since: 18/11/2025 ZOURBY is a beautiful European cat with a kind heart, but very timid. She needs time, patience, and especially a calm environment to flourish. If you are looking for a discreet and gentle companion, willing to earn your trust little by little, ZOURBY could be your heart's desire. Her qualities: Clean and independent Tolerates solitude Needs a garden to explore in peace Her sensitivities: Very timid, difficult to approach at first Not suitable for young children (too much stress for her) Does not get along with dogs Ideal profile of adopters: A calm family without young children, with a secure garden, and willing to give her time to adapt. ZOURBY deserves a home where she can finally feel safe and loved. If her story touches you and you wish to give her this chance, contact us today. Together, let's give her the peaceful life she deserves. Adoption possible only with a "permit to keep an animal" if you reside in Wallonia. For more information, please contact us ONLY by telephone at 02 204 49 50. This animal is not suitable for homes with young children.

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Statut : Abandonné Race : Européen Sexe : Femelle Puce électronique : 967000010634571Né : 20/12/2021 Pays : Belgique Au refuge depuis : 18/11/2025 ZOURBY est une magnifique chatte européenne au cœur tendre, mais très craintive. Elle a besoin de temps, de patience et surtout d’un environnement calme pour s’épanouir. Si vous cherchez une compagne discrète et douce, prête à vous offrir sa confiance petit à petit, ZOURBY pourrait être votre coup de cœur.Ses qualités :Propre et autonomeSupporte la solitudeBesoin d’un jardin pour explorer en toute tranquillitéSes sensibilités :Très craintive, difficilement approchable au débutPas adaptée aux jeunes enfants (trop de stress pour elle)Ne s’entend pas avec les chiensProfil idéal des adoptants :Une famille calme, sans enfants en bas âge, disposant d’un jardin sécurisé et prête à lui offrir du temps pour s’adapter. ZOURBY mérite une maison où elle pourra enfin se sentir en sécurité et aimée. Si son histoire vous touche et que vous souhaitez lui offrir cette chance, contactez-nous dès aujourd’hui. Ensemble, offrons-lui la vie paisible qu’elle mérite.Adoption possible uniquement avec un ''permis de détention d'un animal'' si vous résidez en Wallonie.Pour plus de renseignements, merci de nous contacter UNIQUEMENT par téléphone au 02 204 49 50.

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇧🇪Brussels

Shelter

Help Animals

Living with ZOURBY

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✕Good with dogs
✓Good with cats
✕Good with kids

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About ZOURBY

What life with ZOURBY looks like

ZOURBY is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Help Animals in Brussels.

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 ZOURBY, answered.

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