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Balisto

Mixed Breed · Male

European Shorthair – EKH * ca. 2024 – black with white patches – male – neutered outdoor cat compatibility with others still unknown. Other: Has a femur fracture on the right hind leg, currently not adoptable at the animal shelter since: 05/2026 Balisto had been living as an unneutered stray at a community garden site for some time and was being cared for there. One day, he hobbled severely and was very frightened, so he was brought to the animal shelter. The finder suspected that the injury was intentionally inflicted by a person. Initial X-rays showed that Balisto had sustained a femur fracture on the right hind leg, and the leg was then operated on in the clinic on May 15, 2026. Balisto now has a plate for bone fixation and must not jump or overly stress the leg until the end of June to ensure proper healing. A follow-up examination is scheduled to determine the next steps. At first, Balisto was very wild and aggressive, but he is not a wild tomcat; he simply had pain and was afraid someone might harm him. Since he has a room (without jumping or climbing options), he is still anxious but is making great progress. He lets himself be combed with a feather duster and then cuddles with the duster, purrs, and plays a lot. We are very sure that with a little patience, he will become a very cuddly and lovable young tomcat. Currently, Balisto is not adoptable, but we would be happy if he could find loving people who would give him a great new home even during the time he still has to stay at the animal shelter. More pictures and videos: ngg_shortcode_3_placeholder You can find more cats in the Cats section.

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Europäisch Kurzhaar – EKH * ca. 2024 – schwarz mit weißen Abzeichen – männlich – kastriert Freigänger Verträglichkeit mit Artgenossen noch unbekannt Sonstiges: Hat Oberschenkelfraktur am rechten Hinterbein, aktuell noch nicht vermittelbar im Tierheim seit: 05/2026 Balisto hielt sich wohl schon länger als unkastrierter Streuner bei einer Kleingartenanlage auf und wurde dort versorgt. Als er dann eines Tages stark humpelte und sehr verängstigt war, wurde er zu uns ins Tierheim gebracht. Die Finderin äußerte den Verdacht, dass ihm die Verletzung absichtlich von einem Menschen zugefügt wurde. Erste Röntgenbilder haben ergeben, dass Balisto sich eine Oberschenkelfraktur am rechten Hinterbein zugezogen hat und das Bein wurde dann am 15.5.26 in der Klinik operiert. Balisto hat dort nun eine Platte zur Knochenfixierung rein bekommen und darf bis Ende Juni nicht springen und das Bein nicht übermäßig belasten, damit alles gut verheilen kann. Danach steht eine Kontrolluntersuchung an um das weitere Vorgehen zu entscheiden. Balisto zeigte sich anfangs sehr wild und aggressiv, aber er ist kein wilder Kater sondern hatte wohl einfach nur Schmerzen und Angst davor, dass ihm jemand etwas antun möchte. Seit er ein Zimmer (ohne Sprung- und Klettermöglichkeiten) zur Verfügung hat, ist er zwar noch ängstlich, aber er macht tolle Fortschritte. Er lässt sich mit dem Federwedel kraulen und schmust dann mit dem Wedel und schnurrt und spielt auch sehr gerne. Wir sind sehr sicher, dass er mit ein bisschen Geduld ein sehr schmusiger und liebenswerter junger Kater wird. Aktuell ist Balisto noch nicht vermittelbar, aber wir würden uns freuen, wenn er in der Zeit, die er noch im Tierheim verbringen muss, bereits liebe Menschen finden dürfte, die ihm später dann ein tolles neues Zuhause schenken möchten. Weitere Bilder und Videos: ngg_shortcode_3_placeholder Noch mehr Katzen finden Sie in der Rubrik Katzen .

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Göppingen
Shelter
Tierheim Göppingen
Living with Balisto
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierheim Göppingen · GöppingenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Balisto home

What you'll need for Balisto 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 Balisto

What life with Balisto looks like

Balisto is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Göppingen in Göppingen.

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 Balisto, answered.

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