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Balthasar

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Yes, already optically Balthasar is something special. But also character-wise he is particularly special! He is an absolute gem! Simply just nice, open-minded, and super close with people. He would rather lie on top of them and be spoiled. This closeness to people of course also brings "negative" sides with it. He does not want any other cats around and wants the person all to himself. Maybe he could accept a dog, which would have to be tested. As a single cat suitable for apartment living and also so close to the person, of course he should not have to be alone for many hours. He is still young and full of energy, which could lead to some silly ideas ;-). Due to his energy, he also needs several scratching posts and play materials. For him, we also assume a secured balcony or another safe enclosure. He loves sunbathing! An absolute treasure! Due to his suffering characteristics (deformed ears and no hair in these), he needs regular ear care in addition, as the dirt does not remove itself independently. But he lets that be done quite well. Then send us an email with information and photos about the future care of the cat or leave a message on our answering machine. We are very happy to arrange a meeting and show you our cats as well as possible housing options. In personal conversation, we individually address you and the needs of the individual animal and find the best possible human-cat constellation with you.

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Oh ja, schon optisch ist Balthasar was Besonderes. Aber auch charakterlich ist er besonders! Er ist ein absolutes Goldstück! Einfach nur nett, aufgeschlossen und super eng mit dem Menschen. Am liebsten liegt er auf ebendiesem und lässt sich verwöhnen. Diese Nähe zum Menschen bringt natürlich auch „negative“ Seiten mit sich. Er möchte keine anderen Katzen um sich haben und den Menschen ganz für sich allein. Eventuell könnte er einen Hund akzeptieren, das müsste dann getestet werden. Als Einzelkatze in Wohnungshaltung und zudem so eng mit dem Menschen sollte er natürlich auch nicht viele Stunden alleine bleiben müssen. Er ist noch jung und hat Energie, da käme er auf dumme Gedanken ;-) Aufgrund seiner Energie braucht er auch zwingend mehrere Kratzmöbel und Spielmaterial. Für ihn setzen wir auch einen gesicherten Balkon oder ein anderes sicheres Gehege voraus. Er liebt nämlich Sonnenbäder! Ein absoluter Schatz! Aufgrund seiner Qualzuchtmerkmale (verkrüppelte Ohren und keine Haare in diesen) benötigt er zusätzlich regelmäßige Ohrenpflege, da sich der Dreck nicht selbstständig entfernt. Das lässt er aber ganz gut über sich ergehen. Dann schick uns gerne eine E-Mail mit Informationen und Fotos über die zukünftige Haltung der Katze oder hinterlasse eine Nachricht auf unserem Anrufbeantworter. Wir vereinbaren sehr gerne einen Termin und zeigen dir unsere Katzen, sowie mögliche Einrichtungsvarianten. Im persönlichen Gespräch gehen wir individuell auf dich und die Bedürfnisse des einzelnen Tieres ein und suchen die bestmögliche Mensch-Katzen-Konstellation mit dir aus.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Minden
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Minden e.V.
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. · MindenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Balthasar home

What you'll need for Balthasar in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Balthasar

What life with Balthasar looks like

Balthasar is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. in Minden.

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 Balthasar, answered.

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