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European Shorthair · Unknown · Adult · 4 years

Butch came to us at the animal shelter as a stray in April. He first appeared with his finders at the end of March, but unfortunately no one came forward to claim him as missing. Upon arrival, his fur was matted, though otherwise he was in good condition. After vaccination and deworming, he moved into the cattery. The large red-and-white tomcat does not feel comfortable around other cats and keeps his distance from them. If another cat gets too close, he clearly shows that he dislikes it. He is initially reserved toward people but is by no means aggressive. We hope Butch finds a home as an only cat with secure outdoor access. His new owners should be patient and willing to give him time to settle in comfortably. They should also be aware of his grooming needs.

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Butch kam als Fundtier im April zu uns ins Tierheim. Er tauchte bereits Ende März bei seinen Findern auf, doch leider meldete sich niemand, der ihn vermisste. Bei seiner Ankunft war sein Fell verfilzt, ansonsten war er in einem guten Zustand. Nach Impfung und Entwurmung zog er ins Katzenhaus um. Der große rot-weiße Kater fühlt sich in Gesellschaft anderer Katzen nicht wohl und hält Abstand zu ihnen. Wenn ihm eine Katze zu nahekommt, zeigt er deutlich, dass er das nicht mag. Menschen gegenüber ist er anfangs zurückhaltend, aber keinesfalls aggressiv. Wir wünschen uns für Butch ein Zuhause als Einzelprinz mit gesichertem Freigang. Seine neuen Besitzer sollten Geduld und Zeit mitbringen, damit er sich gut eingewöhnen kann. Auch die Fellpflege sollte ihnen bewusst sein.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn
Living with Butch
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Cared for by Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn · GermanyLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Butch home

What you'll need for Butch 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 Butch

What life with Butch looks like

Butch is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn in Germany.

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 Butch, answered.

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