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Mixed Breed Cat · Female · Adult · 4 years

Breed: European Shorthair Color: black-white Date of Birth: May 1, 2022 Gender: female Spayed: yes Reason for surrender: animal welfare case Personality: Bellatrix came to us as part of a seizure and arrived with several other cats. Despite a difficult start in life, she shows herself here as a watchful, curious, and playful young cat, gradually getting used to her new environment. Toward people, Bellatrix is currently still mistrustful. Given that she likely had little to no positive contact with people during her important socialization phase, this is understandable. At the same time, we recognize great potential in her: with patience, a calm approach, and a safe environment, we trust that Bellatrix will gradually gain trust and accept human proximity – perhaps even enjoy it. For her, we could envision either a place with a social second cat or a single place. After a successful adjustment period, Bellatrix requires free roam in a safe, traffic-free environment, as she already shows that exploring the outdoors is very beneficial for her. If you are interested in Bellatrix, please fill out the application form. Someone from the cat department will then contact you and be happy to answer any questions or clarify any uncertainties. Contact address: Berner Tierzentrum Wohlenstrasse 55 3032 Hinterkappelen Monday to Friday, 10 to 12 pm). This cat needs outdoor access.

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Rasse: Europäische Hauskatze Farbe: schwarz-weiss Alter: 1. Mai 2022 Geschlecht: weiblich Kastriert: ja Verzichtgrund: aus Tierschutzfall Eigenschaften: Bellatrix stammt aus einer Beschlagnahmung und ist gemeinsam mit mehreren anderen Katzen bei uns angekommen. Trotz ihres schwierigen Starts ins Leben zeigt sie sich hier als wache, neugierige und verspielte junge Katze, die sich Schritt für Schritt auf ihre neue Umgebung einlässt. Menschen gegenüber ist Bellatrix zurzeit noch misstrauisch. Da sie in ihrer wichtigen Sozialisierungsphase vermutlich nur wenig oder gar keinen positiven Kontakt zu Menschen hatte, ist dies gut nachvollziehbar. Gleichzeitig erkennen wir bei ihr grosses Potenzial: Mit Geduld, ruhiger Ansprache und einem sicheren Umfeld trauen wir Bellatrix zu, dass sie nach und nach Vertrauen fasst und menschliche Nähe akzeptieren – vielleicht sogar geniessen – kann. Für sie können wir uns sowohl ein Platz bei einer sozialen Zweitkatze wie auch einen Einzelplatz gut vorstellen. Nach einer gelungenen Eingewöhnung benötigt Bellatrix Freigang in einer sicheren, verkehrsarmen Umgebung, denn sie zeigt bereits jetzt, dass ihr das Erkunden der Aussenwelt sehr guttut. Bei Interesse an Bellatrix füllen Sie bitte das Bewerbungsformular aus. Es wird sich dann jemand aus dem Katzenbereich bei Ihnen melden und Ihnen gerne alle Fragen/Unklarheiten beantworten. Kontaktadresse: Berner Tierzentrum Wohlenstrasse 55 3032 Hinterkappelen Montag bis Freitag, 10 bis 12 Uhr) Diesen Beitrag teilen

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇨🇭Switzerland
Shelter
Berner Tierzentrum
Living with Bellatrix
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Bringing Bellatrix home

What you'll need for Bellatrix 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 Bellatrix

What life with Bellatrix looks like

Bellatrix is a small adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Berner Tierzentrum in Switzerland.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bellatrix, answered.

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