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Beethoven und Chopin

British Shorthair · Male · Young · 2 years

Beethoven and Chopin come from the same household. Beethoven is very affectionate and clingy. Chopin is also affectionate but initially very fearful and reserved. Since Beethoven is deaf and doesn't hear how loud he is, he can be very, very loud. In our experience, he is only loud for the first 2-3 days, after which he settles down to normal volume. However, the first days are really loud, so it's not just you who enjoys it, but also the neighbors. The two were fostered for a day, then came back because Beethoven howled all night and kept the people awake.

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Beethovn und Chopin kommen aus einem Haushalt. Bethoven ist sehr verschmust und anhänglich. Chopin ist auch verschmust, aber anfangs immer sehr ängstlich und zurückhaltend. Da Beethoven taub ist und nicht hört wie laut er ist, kann er sehr , sehr laut werden. Nach unserer Erfahrung ist er aber nur die ersten 2-3 Tage so laut, danach nimmt er Zimmerlautstärke an. Dafür sind die ersten Tage wirklich laut, so dass nicht nur man selbst daran "Freude" hat, sondern auch die Nachbarn. Die beiden waren einen Tag vermittelt, kamen dann wieder, weil Beethoven die ganze Nacht gemanzt hatte und die Leute nicht schlafen konnten.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Köln
Shelter
Kolner Tierschutzverein
Living with Beethoven und Chopin
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Kolner Tierschutzverein · KölnLearn about British Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Beethoven und Chopin home

What you'll need for Beethoven und Chopin in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Beethoven und Chopin

What life with Beethoven und Chopin looks like

Beethoven und Chopin is a young adult british shorthair cat waiting at Kolner Tierschutzverein in Köln.

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 Beethoven und Chopin, answered.

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