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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 Verträglich mit Artgenossen Sonstiges: Hatte Oberschenkelfraktur am rechten Hinterbein im Tierheim seit: 05/2026 Balisto hielt sich wohl schon längere Zeit 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 nachdem er ca. zwei Wochen später gesichert werden konnte. Die Finderin äußerte den Verdacht, dass ihm die Verletzung absichtlich von einem Menschen zugefügt wurde. Erste Röntgenbilder hatten 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 Juli nicht springen und das Bein nicht übermäßig belasten, damit alles gut verheilen kann. Eine Kontrolluntersuchung 7 Wochen nach der OP hat ergeben, dass alles gut verheilt, dass ihn aber evtl. eine der Schrauben stört und dass diese vielleicht noch entfernt werden muss, falls seine Lahmheit in etwa 2 Monaten noch immer vorhanden sein sollte. Balisto zeigte sich anfangs sehr wild und aggressiv, aber es war schnell klar, dass er kein wilder Kater ist sondern dass er einfach nur Schmerzen und Angst davor hatte, dass ihm jemand etwas antun möchte. Seit er ein Zimmer (ohne Sprung- und Klettermöglichkeiten) zur Verfügung hat, ist er zwar manchen Fremden gegenüber noch zurückhaltend, hat aber ansonsten ganz tolle Fortschritte in Sachen Zutraulichkeit gemacht. Er kommt sofort her, möchte gestreichelt werden, schmust und schnurrt ohne Ende und ist total lebhaft und sehr verspielt. Trotzdem muss man ein bisschen aufpassen wie man ihn anfasst und er braucht ein Zuhause bei ruhigen und geduldigen Menschen mit Katzenerfahrung, die sanft mit ihm umgehen und ihm Zeit lassen. Es wäre schön, wenn sich liebe Menschen finden würden, bei denen er ein neues Zuhause finden dürfte sobald er ab ca. August wieder klettern und springen darf. Da Balisto total erfreut und gurrend reagiert, sobald er Sichtkontakt zu Artgenossen hat, wäre es ein großer Wunsch, dass Balisto im neuen Zuhause auch Gesellschaft eines jungen und sozialen Artgenossen bekommt. Sofern sich sein Bein soweit bessert, dass er problemlos springen kann und keine Lahmheit mehr zeigt, sollte er im neuen Zuhause nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit dann auch wieder Freilauf in sehr ruhiger Lage bekommen. Weitere Bilder und Videos: ngg_shortcode_25_placeholder Noch mehr Katzen finden Sie in der Rubrik Katzen .

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

Listed 4 months 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 large 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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