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Blacky

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 10 years

Date of birth: approx. 10 years old Gender: male, neutered Compatibility: solitary cat Special features: has high blood pressure and is on medication Blacky is a super sweet, elderly tomcat. Unfortunately, he can no longer see or hear—likely due to his high blood pressure. He’s looking for a quiet home with people who have plenty of time for him. He thoroughly enjoys cuddle time. Children should not live in the household, as too much hustle and bustle would be overwhelming for him.

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Geburtsdatum: ca. 10 Jahre Geschlecht: männlich, kastriert Verträglichkeit: Einzelkatze Besonderheiten: hat Bluthochdruck und bekommt Medikamente Blacky ist ein super lieber, alter Kater. Leider sieht und hört er nicht mehr… wahrscheinlich aufgrund seines Bluthochdrucks. Er sucht ein ruhiges zuhause mit Leuten die sehr viel Zeit für ihn haben. Er genießt die Kuschelzeit sehr. Kinder sollten nicht mit im Haushalt leben, da ihm das zu viel Trubel ist.

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Recklinghausen
Shelter
Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V.
Living with Blacky
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V. · RecklinghausenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Blacky home

What you'll need for Blacky 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 Blacky

What life with Blacky looks like

Blacky is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V. in Recklinghausen.

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.

Recklinghausen, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Blacky, answered.

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