No animal should be locked up in a cage but unfortunately for most refuges this is the only way to provide any chance of a better future. If it is just a temporary solution, limited in time, for young and healthy animals, the effect is often not too bad. For those with poor health, disabilities or old age, such a forced stay can be his or her death. Especially cats are very vulnerable to stress an
d this can lead to serious illness and even result in an untimely death. Often, it is precisely these animals that have to spend a long time waiting for a new home, only increasing the chance of a sad ending. It is precisely the homely atmosphere we offer that means a lot for the elderly and the disabled animals. Another benefit of living with the animals lies in the intimate knowledge and the rapid detection of any problems. Any change in behavior or medical condition is immediately noticed, allowing a timely intervention to prevent further deterioration. Our garden is fenced off, including a slanted top section, so all our feline friends stay safely inside. Inside this enclosure they have multiple outhouses at their disposal, kitted out specifically for them and heated during the colder months. A lot of the more frightful animals who like their privacy find a safe haven there. Their more social counterparts can and will seek our company and find a good spot in our sunny porch or another cozy place in the house. Every resident is given all the care needed to recover, heal or just enjoy his or her pension. Cost nor effort is spared, as long as an animal can live it’s life with dignity, we will continue to provide all the help we can. If the time should come when joy has been replaced with suffering and no more help is possible, we will take our responsibility and help one more time by letting him or her pass away quietly, preferably at Home. You can contact us: [email protected] or 0032(0)476951998
Our website: www.hetdierenthuisje.be
