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Mixed Breed · Male

🐾 Found tomcat from the Schrebergärten Meerholz 🐱 Tomcat Colin has lived outdoors for years—a life many cats lead: free, independent, but also full of risks. Now something has developed on his nose, and there’s almost a 100% chance it’s a squamous cell carcinoma. 💔 What does that mean? He can be operated on—but it’s not just “quick surgery and all better.” It means: – a long, intensive aftercare period – possibly additional therapy (radiation—still unclear) – regular care, medication, and check-ups – and above all: living indoors. For a long time. Maybe forever. And here’s the next problem: Colin isn’t an “easy” patient. He’s affectionate, yes—he allows superficial petting. But: no lifting, not easy to handle, not a tomcat who sits still and calmly cooperates with everything. Right now, he’s doing well. His lungs are clear. The prognosis isn’t bad. But: the road ahead is long, demanding, and draining—for both human and animal. And while we weigh all this, this big tomcat is currently sitting in the clinic ward—with a cold. Even moving him to the larger ward isn’t possible right now. So the question hangs in the air—the one no one wants to ask: How long should he sit in a cage at the animal shelter…? We’re still waiting for the lab results. We’re observing him. We’re not making any snap decisions. But one thing we can say already: Colin needs a home 🏡 💚 Someone who says: “I’ll walk this path with you.” Someone who can provide care, has time, patience, and the financial means—and who accepts that this tomcat can never go outside again. Does such a person exist? We don’t know. But we’re asking anyway. Please get in touch if you could imagine taking him in—or share this post so it gets seen ❤️ ❤️ FACT SHEET At the animal shelter since 08.04.26 Age approx. This cat needs outdoor access. This cat is to be kept indoors only. Best placed with a resident cat (second-cat home).

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🐾 Fundkater aus Schrebergärten Meerholz🐱 Kater COLIN hat jahrelang draußen gelebt. Ein Leben, wie es viele Katzen führen – frei, unabhängig, aber eben auch mit allen Risiken.Jetzt hat sich auf seiner Nase etwas entwickelt, und mit fast 100-prozentiger Wahrscheinlichkeit handelt es sich um ein Plattenepithelkarzinom. 💔 Was bedeutet das?Man kann operieren. Aber das ist kein „mal eben machen und gut ist“. Es bedeutet:– eine lange, intensive Nachbehandlung– eventuell zusätzliche Therapie (Bestrahlung – noch unklar)– regelmäßige Versorgung, Medikamente, Kontrolle– und vor allem: ein Leben drinnen. Für lange Zeit. Vielleicht für immer. Und jetzt kommt das nächste Problem: COLIN ist kein „einfacher“ Patient.Er ist lieb, ja. Er lässt sich oberflächlich streicheln. Aber: nicht hochheben, nicht gut händelbar, kein Kater, der stillhält und alles brav mitmacht.Aktuell geht es ihm gut. Die Lunge ist unauffällig. Die Prognosen sind nicht schlecht. Aber: der Weg dahin ist lang. Und aufwendig. Und kostet Kraft – für Mensch und Tier.Und während wir das alles abwägen, sitzt dieser große Kater aktuell in der Krankenstation. Mit Schnupfen. Nicht mal die größere Station ist gerade möglich. Und da steht sie im Raum, die Frage, die man nicht gerne stellt:Wie lange soll er im Tierheim in einer Box sitzen…? Wir warten noch auf die Labor Ergebnisse. Wir beobachten ihn. Wir entscheiden nichts übers Knie. Aber eines können wir jetzt schon sagen:COLIN braucht ein Zuhause 🏡 💚 Einen Menschen, der sagt: Ich geh den Weg mit dir. Der sich kümmern kann. Der Zeit, Geduld und auch die finanziellen Möglichkeiten hat. Und der akzeptiert, dass dieser Kater nicht mehr nach draußen kann. Gibt es so jemanden?Wir wissen es nicht. Aber wir fragen trotzdem.Bitte meldet euch bei uns, wenn ihr euch das vorstellen könnt – oder teilt den Beitrag, damit er gesehen wird ❤️ ❤️ STECKBRIEF Im Tierheim seit 08.04.26 Alter ca. 8 Jahre Rasse EHK schwarz/weiss Geschlecht männlich kastriert Abgabegrund Fund Meerholz als Zweitkatze n/a Haltung Wohnungshaltung mit gesichertem Freigang/Balkon Diese Seite teilen

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen)
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Cared for by Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen) · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Colin home

What you'll need for Colin 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 Colin

What life with Colin looks like

Colin is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen) 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 Colin, answered.

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