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Amber

Mixed Breed Cat · Female · Kitten · 4 months

Amber, a red female tiger cat, was born around March 2025. She was the last surviving kitten from her litter. Her mother suddenly disappeared, and no one ever found out what happened to her. A neighbor noticed the small red kitten and informed the animal shelter, but they had no available spots, so Amber initially stayed on the streets, where she was fed and watered daily by the neighbor. Whenever someone searched for her, she was either waiting or sleeping under a parked car, directly on the concrete. Amber had no safe place. Somehow, she managed to survive on her own for months, but she was still a young cat, completely exposed to the dangers of the street. When winter came, her situation became even more difficult. The ventilation openings in the basements of the surrounding buildings were closed, so she could not find a warm shelter in the basements. The cars were the only place where she could find some protection. It was not a safe area for an inexperienced, young cat. In the neighborhood, there are people who let their dogs (including a Malinois and a Pointer) run loose, and Amber was completely defenseless against them. In January 2026, Amber was finally able to move to a foster home. At first, she did not understand that she was finally safe. But slowly, she began to trust. Amber is calm, meows little, and has a moderate energy level. She has playful moments, likes to play with soft balls (no squeaky balls) and runs happily. There has not been enough opportunity to properly assess her compatibility with other cats. Outdoors, she ate in the presence of other adult cats, but was visibly tense in the situation. Amber has adapted well to life in the house. A secure balcony should be available in her new home so she can breathe fresh air. Amber is not shy, but she is not the right cat for someone who wants to constantly lift, carry, or have constant physical contact with their cat. Amber has been tested negative for FIV, FeLV, and other infectious diseases. Amber survived as the only kitten under the harshest conditions, her family was probably poisoned and died; we now wish this brave little cat a safe, caring home and a carefree life - Amber deserves it so much! Please note: The feedback from foster homes reflects the current behavior of the cat here.

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Beschreibung Unsere Tierschützerinnen berichten: die rote Tigerin Amber wurde etwa im März 2025 geboren, sie war das letzte überlebende Kätzchen aus ihrem Wurf. Ihre Mutter verschwand plötzlich und niemand erfuhr jemals, was mit ihr geschehen war. Eine ältere Dame aus der Nachbarschaft bemerkte das rote Kitten, als sie noch sehr klein war, und informierte den Tierschutz, doch dieser hatte leider keine freien Plätze im Tierheim, so blieb Amber zunächst auf der Straße, wurde aber zunächst zumindest von der Dame täglich mit Futter und Wasser versorgt.Jedes Mal, wenn nach ihr gesucht wurde, fand man sie entweder wartend oder schlafend unter einem geparkten Auto, direkt auf dem Beton. Amber hatte keinen sicheren Ort. Irgendwie schaffte sie es, monatelang auf sich allein gestellt zu überleben, aber sie war immer noch nur eine junge Katze, die den Gefahren der Straße völlig schutzlos ausgesetzt war. Als der Winter kam, wurde ihre Lage immer schwieriger. Die Lüftungsöffnungen in den Kellern der umliegenden Gebäude waren verschlossen, so dass sie in den Kellern keinen wärmenden Unterschlupf finden konnte. Die Autos waren der einzige Ort, an dem sie ein wenig Schutz finden konnte.Es war keine sichere Gegend für eine unerfahrene, junge Katze. In dem Wohnviertel gibt es Menschen, die ihre Hunde (u. a. einen Malinois und einen Pointer) ohne Leine laufen lassen und Amber war ihnen gegenüber völlig schutzlos. Im Januar 2026 konnte Amber dann endlich auf eine Pflegestelle ziehen. Anfangs begriff sie noch nicht, dass sie endlich in Sicherheit war. Doch langsam begann sie, Vertrauen zu fassen.Amber ist ruhig, miaut wenig und hat ein mäßiges Energieniveau, sie hat durchaus verspielte Momente, spielt gerne mit weichen Bällen (keine quietschenden Bälle) und rennt fröhlich herum. Es gab noch nicht genügend Gelegenheit, ihre Verträglichkeit mit anderen Katzen richtig einzuschätzen. Draußen fraß sie in Gegenwart anderer erwachsener Katzen, war dabei jedoch situationsbedingt sichtlich angespannt. Amber hat sich sehr gut an das Leben im Haus gewöhnt. Ein sicherer Balkon sollte in ihrem neuen Zuhause vorhanden sein, damit sie Frischluft schnuppern kann. Amber ist nicht scheu, sondern zugänglich, aber sie ist nicht die richtige Katze für Jemanden, der seine Katze jederzeit hochheben, herumtragen oder ständigen Körperkontakt haben möchte. Amber ist negativ auf FIV, FeLV und die anderen Infektionskrankheiten getestet worden. Amber hat als einziges Kitten überlebt, unter härtesten Bedingungen, ihre Familie ist vermutlich vergiftet worden und gestorben; wir wünschen dieser tapferen Mieze nun endlich ein sicheres, fürsorgliches Zuhause und ein sorgloses Leben - Amber hat es so sehr verdient! Bitte beachten Sie:Die Rückmeldungen der Pflegestellen spiegeln das aktuelle Verhalten der hier zur

Size
Tiny
Age
Kitten · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierischgeholfen e.V.
Cared for by Tierischgeholfen e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed Cat

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Amber home

What you'll need for Amber in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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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
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

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

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Amber

What life with Amber looks like

Amber is a very small puppy/kitten mixed breed cat cat waiting at Tierischgeholfen e.V. in Germany.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇩🇪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 Amber, answered.

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