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Alfonso

Mixed Breed Cat · Male · Adult · 4 years

Alfonso appears to be a mix of Burmese and Persian. We estimate his age to be around 4 years. He was found here in the forest at Wilhelmsberg on July 8, 2026. He had not been neutered and bore no identifying markings. This sweet cat is a very calm and cozy velvet paw. He gets along well with other cats but shows absolutely no interest in them. Right now, he’s still struggling a bit with a runny nose and was also a bit underweight, but he’s steadily improving. Since he was found outdoors, we have to assume he’s used to being allowed outside.

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Alfonso scheint eine Mischung aus BKH und Perser zu sein. Wir schätzen ihn auf ca. 4 Jahre. Er wurde am 08.07.26 hier bei uns im Wald am Wilhelmsberg gefunden. Kastriert war er nicht und trug auch keine Kennzeichnung. Der nette Kater ist eine sehr ruhige und gemütliche Samtpfote. Mit Artgenossen kommt er klar, zeigt aber auch keinerlei Interesse an ihnen. Er hat zurzeit noch ein wenig mit Schnupfen zu kämpfen und war auch zu dünn, er macht sich aber immer besser. Da er draußen gefunden wurde, müssen wir davon ausgehen, dass er Freigang kennt.

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Paderborn
Shelter
Tierheim Paderborn
Living with Alfonso
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierheim Paderborn · PaderbornLearn about Mixed Breed Cat

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Alfonso home

What you'll need for Alfonso in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Alfonso

What life with Alfonso looks like

Alfonso is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Tierheim Paderborn in Paderborn.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Alfonso, answered.

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