How do I contact the shelter about Alma?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Velbert handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alma on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Alma if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Velbert 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 Alma 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 Alma 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 Velbert early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alma 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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Alma

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 5 years

Alma is a friendly and outgoing female EKH black and white cat who was found and brought to our shelter on 01.03.2021. She quickly showed her personality here, openly approaching people and enjoying their attention. However, she is not a typical cuddly cat, but a cat with character. She knows exactly what she wants and what she doesn't want. If her boundaries are ignored and things are demanded from her that don't suit her (such as being lifted up, held or pressed), she can also say "No" quite clearly. We are looking for cat-experienced people who can appreciate her charming but stubborn nature and offer her the opportunity to roam freely in a low-traffic area. She doesn't necessarily need other cats to be happy in her new home.

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Haltung: Freigang Rasse: EKH Farbe: schwarz-weiß Geb.-Datum: 01.03.2021 Geschlecht: weiblich Kastriert: ja Im Tierheim seit: 22.06.2026 Alma kam als Fundkatze zu uns ins Tierheim und wurde scheinbar nicht vermisst. Unsere Alma hat sich hier schnell als freundliche und aufgeschlossene Persönlichkeit präsentiert. Sie geht offen auf uns Menschen zu und genießt die Aufmerksamkeit im Alltag sehr. Allerdings ist unsere Katzenlady kein klassisches Kuscheltier, sondern eine Katze mit Charakter. Sie weiß ganz genau, was sie möchte, und vor allem, was sie nicht möchte. Wenn man ihre Grenzen missachtet und Dinge von ihr verlangt, die ihr nicht passen (wie zum Beispiel hochheben, festhalten oder bedrängen), kann sie auch mal ganz deutlich „Nein“ sagen. Für Alma suchen wir katzenerfahrene Menschen, die ihre charmante, aber eigenwillige Art zu schätzen wissen und ihr die Möglichkeit zum Freigang in einer verkehrsarmen Umgebung bieten können. Andere Katzen braucht sie in ihrem neuen Reich nicht unbedingt um glücklich zu sein.

Size

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Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇩🇪Velbert

Shelter

Tierheim Velbert

Living with Alma

✓Spayed
✓Good with cats

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Bringing Alma home

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About Alma

What life with Alma looks like

Alma is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Velbert in Velbert.

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 Alma, answered.

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