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Anton

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Anton is about 1.5 years old and already on first glance something quite special. His anthracite fur is adorned with a striking white marking that gives his face an unmistakable expression. Add to that his fascinating amber eyes, which immediately captivate anyone who meets them. Another eye-catcher are the playful white hairs that peek out from his black ears. And who knows – maybe Anton will one day show his future people the pretty white drawings on his underside, which he currently prefers to keep to himself. While his appearance is so impressive, Anton still carries a bit of insecurity within him. Although he came from a household, he had little contact with other people besides his owner. As a result, he currently shows a shy and cautious demeanor. New situations and strangers initially scare him. However, Anton is still a young tomcat with his whole life ahead of him. We are sure that with patience, understanding, and love, he will gradually gain trust and discover the world. His future people should give him the time he needs and not place any immediate expectations on him. A particularly beautiful home would be one where a social and sovereign cat already lives. Anton could then orient himself at a friendly fellow animal and learn from it that people are not so frightening. For Anton, we wish a quiet, patient home with people who take joy in gradually earning his trust and accompanying him on his journey. After an appropriate settling-in period, he should also be given the opportunity for a free roam to explore the big world outside at his own pace. Write to us simply. As soon as we receive your message, we will get back to you as soon as possible. Please give us one to two days for a response. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Anton ist etwa 1,5 Jahre alt und schon auf den ersten Blick etwas ganz Besonderes. Sein anthrazitfarbenes Fell wird von einer markanten weißen Blesse geziert, die seinem Gesicht einen unverwechselbaren Ausdruck verleiht. Dazu kommen seine faszinierenden bernsteinfarbenen Augen, die einen sofort in ihren Bann ziehen. Ein weiterer Hingucker sind die lustigen weißen Härchen, die aus seinen schwarzen Öhrchen hervorschauen. Und wer weiß – vielleicht zeigt Anton seinen zukünftigen Menschen irgendwann auch die hübschen weißen Zeichnungen auf seiner Unterseite, die er momentan noch lieber für sich behält. So beeindruckend sein Äußeres auch ist, Anton trägt noch etwas Unsicherheit in sich. Zwar stammt er aus einem Haushalt, doch außer seiner Besitzerin hatte er bisher kaum Kontakt zu anderen Menschen. Entsprechend zeigt er sich derzeit noch scheu und vorsichtig. Neue Situationen und fremde Personen machen ihm zunächst Angst. Dabei ist Anton noch ein junger Kater, der sein ganzes Leben vor sich hat. Wir sind uns sicher, dass er mit Geduld, Verständnis und Liebe nach und nach Vertrauen fassen und die Welt für sich entdecken wird. Seine zukünftigen Menschen sollten ihm die Zeit geben, die er braucht, und keine sofortigen Erwartungen an ihn stellen. Besonders schön wäre ein Zuhause, in dem bereits eine soziale und souveräne Katze lebt. An einem freundlichen Artgenossen könnte sich Anton orientieren und von ihm lernen, dass Menschen gar nicht so furchteinflößend sind. Für Anton wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges, geduldiges Zuhause mit Menschen, die Freude daran haben, sein Vertrauen Schritt für Schritt zu gewinnen und ihn auf seinem Weg zu begleiten. Nach einer entsprechenden Eingewöhnungszeit soll er außerdem die Möglichkeit zum Freigang bekommen, um die große Welt draußen in seinem eigenen Tempo zu erkunden. Schreiben Sie uns einfach.Sobald wir Ihre Nachricht erhalten haben, werden wir uns so schnell wie möglich bei Ihnen melden.Bitte haben Sie Verständnis dafür, dass wir uns nicht immer umgehend melden können.Bitte geben Sie uns ein bis zwei Tage Zeit für eine Rückmeldung.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutz Euskirchen e.V.
Living with Anton
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Anton home

What you'll need for Anton 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
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    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 Anton

What life with Anton looks like

Anton is a large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutz Euskirchen e.V. in Germany.

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 Anton, answered.

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