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Specials: Apartment, secure balcony. Hello, this is Bernhard. Together with my buddy Sigmund, we suddenly found ourselves in the animal shelter. Our person couldn't take care of themselves or us. Here, we were first given proper care, and my buddy Sigmund is still recovering on the sickbay. My sore back is well treated here, and I get a painkiller injection every four weeks. I can't complain about the service here. In my little room, I have everything under control. Everything is regularly checked, and I have a handle on the rest of the cats here too. Snuggling and playing, I think that's great, and I'm already showing my enthusiasm in the form of love bites. I know what I want and what I don't like. Cat enthusiasts call it "character head." My buddy Sigmund is extremely greedy but totally cuddly and affectionate. Sigmund is currently getting special food that's easier on his stomach. Do you think we can move in with you? If so, then sign up quickly.

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Besonderheiten: Wohnung, gesicherter Balkon. Huhu, der Bernhard hier. Zusammen mit meinem Kumpel Sigmund bin ich plötzlich hier im Tierheim gelandet. Unser Mensch konnte sich weder um sich noch um uns kümmern. Hier wurden wir erste einmal gesund gepflegt und mein Kumpel Sigmund erholt sich immer noch auf der Krankenstation. Mein schmerzender Rücken wird hier gut behandelt und ich bekomme alle 4 Wochen ein Schmerzmittel gespritzt. Über den Service hier kann ich mich wirklich nicht beklagen. Hier, in meinem Zimmerchen habe ich alles im Griff. Regelmäßig wird alles kontrolliert und den Rest der Katzen hier hab ich so oder so im Griff. Schmusen und Zocken, das finde ich super und zeige dir meine Begeisterung schon einmal in Form von Liebesbissen. Ich weiß schon, was ich will und was ich nicht mag. Katzenkenner nennen es „Charakterkopf“. Mein Kumpel Sigmund ist äußerst verfressen aber total lieb und schmusig. Sigmund bekommt derzeit noch ein spezielles Futter, welches den Magen-Darmtrakt ein wenig schont. Was meinst du, dürfen wir bei dir einziehen? Ja, dann melde dich doch schnell.

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🇩🇪Essen
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Tierheim Essen
Living with Bernhard&Sigmund
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Bernhard&Sigmund home

What you'll need for Bernhard&Sigmund 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
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    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
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    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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About Bernhard&Sigmund

What life with Bernhard&Sigmund looks like

Bernhard&Sigmund is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Essen in Essen.

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 Bernhard&Sigmund, answered.

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