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Dierentehuis Zeist

AA Austerlitz, Netherlands · 16 animals available

Animals at this shelter

Stijn is geadopteerd

8 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Fedde

5 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Mila

9 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Jimmy en Marietje

7 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Metalsi

6 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Pallas is geadopteerd

2 months

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Prius is geadopteerd

2 months

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Daantje is geadopteerd

4 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Nadine

2 years

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Toetie

11 months

European Shorthair · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Jip

6 years

Shih Tzu · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Lio

1 year

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Boris

5 years

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Yuki

1 year

Shiba Inu · large

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Nala

6 years

Labrador Retriever · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

Magic

1 year

Greyhound · small

🇳🇱AA Austerlitz, Netherlands

16 animals

How to adopt from Dierentehuis Zeist

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    Meet & greet

    Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.

  5. 5

    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.

  6. 6

    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 Dierentehuis Zeist directly for specifics.

About

About Dierentehuis Zeist

Dierentehuis Zeist is a dog and cat shelter based in AA Austerlitz, Netherlands. There are currently 6 dogs and 10 cats listed for adoption.

The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are European Shorthair, Shih Tzu, Shiba Inu, and Labrador Retriever.

The animals currently listed at Dierentehuis Zeist range in age from about 0 to 9 years old. Most are small.

Adoption process

Adopting from AA Austerlitz

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 Dierentehuis Zeist 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 Dierentehuis Zeist

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Dierentehuis Zeist located?

Dierentehuis Zeist is in AA Austerlitz, Netherlands.

How many animals does Dierentehuis Zeist have available for adoption?

Dierentehuis Zeist currently has 16 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 6 dogs. Plus 10 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.

How do I adopt an animal from Dierentehuis Zeist?

Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Dierentehuis Zeist directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Dierentehuis Zeist 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 Dierentehuis Zeist 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. Dierentehuis Zeist 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 Dierentehuis Zeist a verified shelter on TailHarbor?

Dierentehuis Zeist 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 Dierentehuis Zeist?

TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Dierentehuis Zeist directly. Typical fees in Netherlands cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Dierentehuis Zeist via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.