14-day post-adoption service
14-day post-adoption service
We hope you and your new pet get off to a great start. We do our best to inform you as thoroughly as possible about the animal’s origin and background, provide medical guidance if necessary, and would love to host your pet in our boarding kennel when you go on holiday.
During your new housemate’s stay at our shelter, we did our best to provide the best possible care. Your cat or dog has been vaccinated, microchipped, and examined by our vet.
For dog owners
When adopting a dog, please keep in mind that they are usually a bit tense the moment you leave the shelter grounds. The dog may also act a bit uneasy at home. Let the dog settle down and give them space to explore their new environment at their own pace.
If the dog has diarrhea during the first few days, this may be a result of stress. As long as they seem lively, have a good appetite, and aren’t vomiting, you can wait and see for a few days (maximum of three). If they have diarrhea, make sure to provide plenty of water to prevent dehydration. You can feed the dog small meals several times a day.
For cat owners
When adopting a cat, the transition to your home generally goes best when you give the cat plenty of time to get used to the new situation. Peace and quiet, in particular, will help your new companion feel truly at home.
During their stay with us, we did our utmost to give the cat excellent care. This starts the moment they arrive. We vaccinate all cats against cat flu and feline distemper. We give cats time to settle down after all the major changes. Every change is often quite a shock for a cat. Sometimes pathogens, such as those for cat flu, flare up again during these periods of stress.
It is also possible that the transition from us to your home is accompanied by sneezing. Usually, the cats are sufficiently protected by the vaccinations and this sneezing will be short-lived. In some cases, their resistance has decreased too much due to stress and help from a vet will be needed. Fortunately, the latter is rare. But if you notice that your cat is truly ill and absolutely refuses to eat, it is a good idea to contact us.
Fleas, ticks, and worms
Unless stated otherwise, you can assume that you can treat your animal preventatively against fleas, ticks, and worms immediately after adoption.
Check your pet regularly for fleas and ticks. How often you need to repeat the flea and tick treatment depends on the product you use. It is best to deworm an adult animal two to four times a year.
Neutering or spaying
If your adopted female cat goes into heat after placement, despite our suspicion that she had been spayed, you can contact our vet. We will then make an appointment to have the cat spayed after all. Our vet can be reached Monday to Friday between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM at 070-366 09 46.
When your adopted kitten reaches the age of 6 months, it is time for spaying/neutering. You can make an appointment for this with the vet at the Haags Dierencentrum. We charge the regular rate applicable in veterinary practices for spaying/neutering. If you choose to have your pet ‘fixed’ by us, your contribution supports the shelter animals! Of course, you can also make an appointment with your own vet.
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We are open by appointment only.
- Monday to Saturday 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
- Closed on Sundays
