Dierenopvang Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Netherlands · 25 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Dierenopvang Rotterdam
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact Dierenopvang Rotterdam directly for specifics.
About
About Dierenopvang Rotterdam
Dierenopvang Rotterdam is a multi-species shelter based in Rotterdam, Netherlands. There are currently 2 dogs, 13 cats, and 9 other animals listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.
Adoption process
Adopting from Rotterdam
Dutch shelters typically require a household assessment and an adoption contract. Animals are routinely sterilized, microchipped, and registered in the national pet database (NDG) before placement.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Dierenopvang Rotterdam directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Netherlands, see our Netherlands import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Dierenopvang Rotterdam
Nearby
Other shelters in Netherlands
Dierenopvang Rotterdam is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Netherlands. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- Caviaopvang De Reddertjes — Netherlands (3 animals)
- Caviaplein — Netherlands (7 animals)
- De Poezenboot — Amsterdam (8 animals)
- description — AL Ridderkerk (157 animals)
- Dierenasiel Crailo — Hilversum (15 animals)
- Dierenasiel Oostzaan (6 animals)
- Dierenasiel 't Julialaantje — Rijswijk (6 animals)
- Dierenasiel Utrecht — Utrecht (23 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dierenopvang Rotterdam located?
Dierenopvang Rotterdam is in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
How many animals does Dierenopvang Rotterdam have available for adoption?
Dierenopvang Rotterdam currently has 25 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 2 dogs. Plus 13 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Dierenopvang Rotterdam?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Dierenopvang Rotterdam directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Dierenopvang Rotterdam handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Dutch shelters typically require a household assessment and an adoption contract. Animals are routinely sterilized, microchipped, and registered in the national pet database (NDG) before placement.
Can I adopt from Dierenopvang Rotterdam if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Dierenopvang Rotterdam typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is Dierenopvang Rotterdam a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Dierenopvang Rotterdam is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at Dierenopvang Rotterdam?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Dierenopvang Rotterdam directly. Typical fees in Netherlands cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Dierenopvang Rotterdam via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.