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Balu und Leo

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

Lilly, the only female kitten of the litter, is beautiful and shy. She knows it too and sometimes lets her diva side show through. When being petted, she growls first but then enjoys ear and chin rubs. She's an open cat who needs time to settle in. Leo is the smallest and most curious. He loves to cuddle with Lilly on the scratching post. Trust must be earned from him. He has a beautiful coat pattern. Felix is a little trickster. When food is around, he's first at the bowl. He's playful and curious. He loves playing with cat fishing poles or his brother Balu. Felix earns trust through treats. Balu is shy. So far, he rarely lets anyone touch him as it takes time to gain his trust. His trait: in a relaxed state, he occasionally squints, incredibly cute! All kittens are siblings and around 9 weeks old (as of July 10th). The kittens will only leave together and go outside on their own. They travel chipped, vaccinated, and dewormed. Children in the household should be at least 6 years old. They have no experience with dogs or other cats yet. The siblings want a home where they can gain the trust of humans at their own pace.

DE·Show original

Die noch etwas schüchteren Geschwister Balu und Leo möchten sich auf die Suche nach ihrem Zuhause machen. Der kleine Leo ist manchmal eine kleine Diva. Bei Streicheleinheiten faucht er als erstes, genießt dann aber doch das Ohr- und Kinnkraulen. Er ist ein offener Kater, der aber Zeit zum Ankommen braucht. Balu ist der Schüchterne der Beiden. Bisher ließ er sich nur selten anfassen, da er lange braucht um Vertrauen zu fassen. Sein Merkmal: Im Entspannungszustand schielt er gelegentlich, unfassbar niedlich! Die zwei Brüder ziehen nur zu zweit aus und in Freigang. Sie reisen, gechippt, geimpft und entwurmt. Kinder im Haushalt sollten mindestens 6 Jahre alt sein. Mit Hunden und anderen Katzen haben sie bisher noch keine Erfahrung gemacht. Die Geschwister wünschen sich ein Zuhause, in dem man ihnen die nötige Zeit gibt, die sie brauchen, um Vertrauen zum Menschen zu fassen.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Ulm
Shelter
Katzenhilfe Ulm e.V.
Living with Balu und Leo
  • Vaccinated
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Katzenhilfe Ulm e.V. · UlmLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Balu und Leo home

What you'll need for Balu und Leo 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
  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 Balu und Leo

What life with Balu und Leo looks like

Balu und Leo is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Katzenhilfe Ulm e.V. in Ulm.

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 Balu und Leo, answered.

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