How do I contact the shelter about BUTLER?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Dorsten handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw BUTLER on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt BUTLER if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Dorsten 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 BUTLER 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 BUTLER 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 Dorsten early rather than rehoming privately; they know BUTLER 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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BUTLER

European Shorthair · Unknown · Adult · 6 years

Handicap durch Kippfenster Syndrom Zu Beginn zurückhaltend bei bekannten Menschen verschmustButler kam im März dieses Jahres in einem sehr schlechten Zustand zu uns. Seine Hintergliedmaßen konnte er nicht benutzen, zudem war es ihm nicht möglich, selbstständig Kot oder Urin abzusetzen. Trotz seiner Vorgeschichte als Streuner hat er alle notwendigen Behandlungen und Therapien tapfer über sich ergehen lassen – auch wenn seine Begeisterung dafür eher überschaubar war und er uns das durchaus deutlich gezeigt hat. Dank der intensiven Betreuung hat Butler große Fortschritte gemacht: Inzwischen kann er wieder selbstständig Kot und Urin absetzen und auch das Laufen klappt mittlerweile wieder sehr gut. Der kleine Kämpfer ist dem gesamten Team ans Herz gewachsen, weshalb wir uns für ihn ein liebevolles Zuhause wünschen, in dem man ein Auge auf ihn hat und aufmerksam bleibt, falls es wider Erwarten in Zukunft noch einmal zu gesundheitlichen Problemen kommen sollte. Da Butler das Leben draußen kennt und schätzt, wünschen wir uns für ihn ein Zuhause mit der Möglichkeit, weiterhin Zeit an der frischen Luft zu verbringen. Eine Hofstelle oder ein Zuhause mit sicherem Freigang wäre daher ideal. Anfangs begegnet Butler neuen Menschen noch etwas zurückhaltend. Hat er jedoch erst einmal Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt er seine liebevolle Seite, kommt gerne auf seine Menschen zu und fordert seine Streicheleinheiten ein.Zuhause mit sicherem Freigang oder mindestens Balkon erwünschtButler ist seit dem 23.3.2026 bei uns.Füllen Sie bitte vorab unseren Fragebogen für Interessenten aus. Ein Mitarbeiter wird sich möglichst zeitnah bei Ihnen melden.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇩🇪Dorsten

Shelter

Tierheim Dorsten

Living with BUTLER

✓Neutered

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About BUTLER

What life with BUTLER looks like

BUTLER is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Dorsten in Dorsten.

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.

Dorsten, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting BUTLER, answered.

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