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Basil

Male · Senior · 13 years

Basil is a former stray tomcat who has learned to be cautious during his life so far. He came to us in very poor health. We fought hard for him, and he has since recovered well. Basil enjoys life at the animal shelter: soft beds, regular meals, and no longer having to worry about anything. Basil is still reserved around people and needs time to build trust. He sleeps a lot and enjoys his treats and the security the shelter provides. For his golden years, Basil wishes for a calm, stable home with patient people who give him the time he needs to settle in at his own pace. especially at the beginning, he should have plenty of retreat and hiding places where he can withdraw at any time. Socializing our cats is very important to us. Cats are social animals and need contact with other cats. With the support of a feline behavior consultant, we prepare our cats for their future lives with people and other cats. If you are interested, we would be happy to provide information about all our velvet paws by phone at 02162/ 65 426 or by email at. Socializing our cats is very important to us. Cats are social animals and need contact with other cats. With the support of a feline behavior consultant, we prepare our cats for their future lives with people and other cats. If you are interested, we would be happy to provide information about all our velvet paws by phone at 02162/ 65 426 or by email at. To optimally prepare the initial conversation, the general checklist is completed first to clarify initial questions. Together with prospective adopters, we take time to introduce the respective animal and tell its story. We also clarify the person's living and home situation. Once all questions have been answered, the big moment arrives: the personal meeting between human and animal. The first encounter always takes place in the presence of a trainer. The dog's or cat's behavior is discussed again at this point. Afterward, future families have the opportunity to get to know their pet either on a walk or while playing in the cat house. The trial stay gives both the animals and the people the chance to adjust to the new living situation. Fueled with awesomeness. Designed by iService We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognizing you when you return to our website, and helps our team understand which sections of the website are most interesting and useful to you. Strictly necessary cookies should always be enabled so that we can save your cookie settings. This website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymous information such as the number of visitors to the website and the most popular pages. Leaving this cookie enabled helps us improve our website.

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Basil ist ein ehemaliger Streunerkater, der in seinem bisherigen Leben gelernt hat, vorsichtig zu sein. Er ist einem gesundheitlich sehr schlechten Zustand zu uns gekommen. Wir haben lange um ihn gekämpft und er hat sich mittlerweile gut erhalt. Basil genießt das Leben im Tierheim, dass er weiche Bettchen, regelmäßig Futter und keine Sorgen mehr haben muss. Basil ist Menschen gegenüber noch zurückhaltend und braucht Zeit, um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Er schläft viel, genießt seine Schlecksnacks und die Sicherheit, die ihm im Tierheim geboten wird. Für seinen Lebensabend wünscht sich Basil ein ruhiges, stabiles Zuhause bei geduldigen Menschen, die ihm die nötige Zeit geben, in seinem eigenen Tempo anzukommen. Gerade zu Beginn sollte er ausreichend Rückzugs- und Versteckmöglichkeiten haben, in die er sich jederzeit zurückziehen kann. Die Sozialisierung unserer Katzen ist uns sehr wichtig. Katzen sind soziale Tiere und brauchen den Kontakt zu anderen Katzen. Mit der Unterstützung einer Katzenverhaltensberaterin bereiten wir unsere Katzen auf ihr zukünftiges Leben mit Menschen und anderen Katzen vor. Bei Interesse geben wir Ihnen gerne telefonisch unter 02162/ 65 426 oder per Mail an Auskunft über alle unsere Samtpfoten. Die Sozialisierung unserer Katzen ist uns sehr wichtig. Katzen sind soziale Tiere und brauchen den Kontakt zu anderen Katzen. Mit der Unterstützung einer Katzenverhaltensberaterin bereiten wir unsere Katzen auf ihr zukünftiges Leben mit Menschen und anderen Katzen vor. Bei Interesse geben wir Ihnen gerne telefonisch unter 02162/ 65 426 oder per Mail an Auskunft über alle unsere Samtpfoten. Für die optimale Vorbereitung des Erstgesprächs, wird zuerst die allgemeine Checkliste ausgefüllt um erste Fragen abzuklären. Wir nehmen uns gemeinsam mit den Interessent*innen Zeit, das jeweilige Tier vorzustellen und über seine Geschichte zu erzählen. Hierbei klären wir auch die persönliche Wohn- und Lebenssituation ab. Sind alle Fragen geklärt, so kommt der große Moment des persönlichen Kennenlernens zwischen Mensch und Tier. Das erste Zusammentreffen erfolgt immer in Beisein eine*r*s Trainer*in. Dabei wird erneut auf das Verhalten des Hundes oder der Katze eingegangen. In weiterer Folge haben die zukünftigen Familien die Gelegenheit, ihr Haustier entweder beim Spazierengehen oder beim Spielen im Katzenhaus kennenzulernen. Das Probewohnen bietet sowohl den Hunden als auch den Menschen die Möglichkeit, sich an die neue Lebenssituation zu gewöhnen. Fueled with awesomeness.Designed by iService Wir verwenden Cookies, um dir die bestmögliche Erfahrung auf unserer Website zu bieten. You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. Cookie-Informationen werden in deinem Browser gespeichert und führen Funktionen aus, wie das Wiedererkennen von dir, wenn du auf unsere Website zurückkehrst, und hilft unserem Team zu verstehen, welche Abschnitte der Website für dich am interessantesten und nützlichsten sind. Unbedingt notwendige Cookies sollten jederzeit aktiviert sein, damit wir deine Einstellungen für die Cookie-Einstellungen speichern können. Diese Website verwendet Google Analytics, um anonyme Informationen wie die Anzahl der Besucher der Website und die beliebtesten Seiten zu sammeln. Diesen Cookie aktiviert zu lassen, hilft uns, unsere Website zu verbessern.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇦🇹Austria
Shelter
Tierheim Bruck an der Leitha
Cared for by Tierheim Bruck an der Leitha · Austria

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Basil home

What you'll need for Basil 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 Basil

What life with Basil looks like

Basil is a large senior cat waiting at Tierheim Bruck an der Leitha in Austria.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included.

Austria, Austria — browse more cats in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Basil, answered.

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