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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 13 years

Adoption assistance for Bruno This is Bruno, about 12-13 years old. A dear free spirit who loves being outdoors and prefers to decide how his day goes—except when it comes to his food, for which he insists on a strict schedule! He is vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered. He has always been in good health. He is incredibly friendly and cuddly with people, but views other cats more as competition. His peace is sacred to him—he has a bit of a Buddha-like quality, purring like a little motor.

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Vermittlungshilfe für BrunoDas ist Bruno, ca. 12-13 Jahre alt.Ein lieber Freigeist, der gerne draußen ist und möglichst selbst bestimmt wie sein Tag aussieht- außer es geht um sein Futter, da besteht er auf feste Zeiten! Er ist geimpft, gechipt und kastriert. War bisher immer fit.Ist Menschen gegenüber total freundlich und kuschelig, andere Katzen betrachtet er eher als Konkurrenz. Seine Ruhe ist ihm heilig- er hat bisschen was von einem Buddha, schnurrt wie ein kleiner Motor.Kontakt Claudia Vogt,

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇩🇪Markdorf
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Markdorf
Living with Bruno
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Markdorf · MarkdorfLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Bruno home

What you'll need for Bruno 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 Bruno

What life with Bruno looks like

Bruno is a small senior mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Markdorf in Markdorf.

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 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 Bruno, answered.

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