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Cooper

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Cooper came to our shelter as a found cat. At first he wasn't sure if he could really trust people and preferred to observe everything from a safe distance. But it soon became clear that behind his cautious nature is a wonderful cat who just needs some time to settle in. He isn't one of those cats that immediately push themselves on everyone. Cooper takes a close look at people calmly and decides for himself when the right moment has come for an approach. Once you have won his trust, he enjoys closeness and, like many cats, is also happy to be persuaded with a treat. Cooper gets along very well with other cats. Therefore, in his new home, a social cat may already be waiting for him. But he can also be happy as a single cat if his people have enough time for him. We wish Cooper a quiet home without small children where he can arrive at his own pace. Outdoor access is an important prerequisite for him and should definitely be possible. After his wanderings, he wants to let the day come to an end on a cozy sofa, far from hustle and bustle. Anyone who gives a gentle, unagitated cat a chance will find in Cooper a loyal companion who shows that sometimes the best friendships just need a little time.

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Cooper, geboren ca.2022, kam als Fundkater zu uns ins Tierheim. Anfangs war er sich nicht sicher, ob er den Menschen wirklich vertrauen konnte und beobachtete alles lieber aus sicherer Entfernung. Doch schon nach kurzer Zeit zeigte sich, dass hinter seiner vorsichtigen Art ein wunderbarer Kater steckt, der einfach nur etwas Zeit braucht, um anzukommen. Er gehört nicht zu den Katzen, die sich jedem sofort aufdrängen. Cooper schaut sich Menschen in aller Ruhe an und entscheidet selbst, wann der richtige Moment für eine Annäherung gekommen ist. Hat man sein Vertrauen gewonnen, genießt er die Nähe und lässt sich, wie viele Katzen, auch gerne mit einem Leckerli überzeugen. Mit Artgenossen versteht sich Cooper ausgesprochen gut. Deshalb darf in seinem neuen Zuhause gerne bereits eine soziale Katze auf ihn warten. Ebenso kann er aber auch als Einzelkater glücklich werden, wenn seine Menschen genügend Zeit für ihn haben. Für Cooper wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne kleine Kinder, in dem er ganz in seinem eigenen Tempo ankommen darf. Freigang ist für ihn dabei eine wichtige Voraussetzung und sollte unbedingt möglich sein. Nach seinen Streifzügen möchte er den Tag auf einem gemütlichen Sofa ausklingen lassen, fernab von Hektik und Stress. Wer einem sanften, unaufgeregten Kater die Chance gibt, wird in Cooper einen treuen Begleiter finden, der zeigt, dass die schönsten Freundschaften manchmal einfach ein wenig Zeit brauchen.

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Drakenburg
Shelter
Tierheim Drakenburg
Living with Cooper
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Cooper home

What you'll need for Cooper in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Cooper

What life with Cooper looks like

Cooper is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Drakenburg in Drakenburg.

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.

Drakenburg, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Cooper, answered.

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