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Ava

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 4 years

Ava Ava was presumably abandoned heavily pregnant around the summer holidays of 2023, and we rescued her in August in Herne along with her two kittens. She raised the babies wonderfully, and now she is looking for her own people. Ava was born around 2022 and needs a loving, calm home without noise or hustle, living indoors with secured windows or a balcony, with no other cats but happily with a quiet dog. She is afraid of children. Ideally, her people should have some cat experience so they can read her well. Unfortunately, Ava has the misfortune of belonging to the Scottish Fold breed (folded-ear cat), and even though she is not purebred, she suffers from OCD. X-ray images show spondylosis in her tail and damage to her hock joints. She is partly sensitive to being touched and receives joint-supporting supplements and painkillers. Interested adopters please inform yourselves about the consequences of the condition so that you know what may lie ahead. Frequent veterinary visits must definitely be expected. Ava's life expectancy will presumably not be as high as that of a European Domestic Shorthair. Her blood count in August 23 showed no abnormalities. Ava is a very intelligent cat who learns quickly. She is also very gentle and sweet and does not break anything in the apartment. Ava loves to keep her siesta in bed. Overall she is rather calm, but, as is age-appropriate, she also loves chasing toys. Ava means "the strong one," "the powerful one" — despite her gentleness, this name describes her character. Who is ready to give this lovely, loyal soul a home? Whoever gives her their love will receive it back a thousandfold from her. Of that we are certain!

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Ava Ava wurde vermutlich zu den Sommerferien 2023 hochträchtig ausgesetzt und von uns mit ihren zwei Kitten im August in Herne gesichert. Die Babys hat sie toll groß gezogen und nun sucht sie selbst ihre Menschen. Ava wurde ca. 2022 geboren und braucht ein liebevolles ruhiges Zuhause ohne Lärm und Hektik in Wohnungshaltung mit abgesicherten Fenstern oder einem Balkon, keine anderen Katzen, aber gerne einen ruhigen Hund. Vor Kindern hat sie Angst. Ihre Menschen sollten im Idealfall etwas Katzenerfahrung haben, um sie gut lesen zu können. Leider hat Ava das Schicksal getroffen, zur Rasse der Scottish Fold (Faltohrkatze) zu gehören und leidet auch als nicht Reinrassige an OCD. Röntgenbilder zeigen Spondylosen im Schwanz und Schäden an den Sprunggelenken. Sie ist teilweise berührungsempfindlich und bekommt gelenkunterstützende Präparate und Schmerzmittel. Interessenten mögen sich bitte über die Folgen der Erkrankung informieren um zu wissen, was auf sie zukommen kann. Es muss auf jeden Fall mit häufigeren Tierarztbesuchen gerechnet werden. Avas Lebenserwartung wird voraussichtlich nicht so hoch sein, wie die einer EKH. Das Blutbild im August 23 zeigte keine Auffälligkeiten. Ava ist eine sehr intelligente Katze, die schnell lernt. Sie ist zudem sehr sanft und lieb und macht nichts in der Wohnung kaputt. Ava liebt es, ihre Siesta im Bett zu halten. Sie ist insgesamt eher ruhig, liebt es altersgemäß aber auch, Spielzeug hinterher zu jagen. Ava bedeutet ‚die Starke‘, ‚die Kräftige‘- dieser Name beschreibt trotz ihrer Sanftmut ihren Charakter. Wer ist bereit, dieser lieben treuen Seele ein Zuhause zu schenken? Derjenige wird all das was er gibt, tausendfach von ihr zurück bekommen. Da sind wir uns sicher!

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Bochum
Shelter
KIS Ruhr – Katzen in Schwierigkeiten
Living with Ava
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Ava home

What you'll need for Ava 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
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    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 Ava

What life with Ava looks like

Ava is an adult mixed breed cat waiting at KIS Ruhr – Katzen in Schwierigkeiten in Bochum.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Bochum, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ava, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ava?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. KIS Ruhr – Katzen in Schwierigkeiten handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ava on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ava if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — KIS Ruhr – Katzen in Schwierigkeiten 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Ava 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 Ava 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 KIS Ruhr – Katzen in Schwierigkeiten early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ava 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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