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Costa

Male

Costa is a black cat who comes from an animal hoarding case. Initially, he was very afraid of people and reacted in panic. However, Costa has made amazing progress: today he is so trusting that he likes to take treats and no longer runs away directly when he sees a person. He is not yet a cuddly cat, but maybe this will develop over time. Since he grew up with many cats, he gets along well with his own kind and also knows dogs. Costa is relatively self-confident in the cat group. We are looking for a home where Costa can gain more trust and experience that people mean well to him. We are very proud of his progress so far and know that with patience he will be a wonderful companion. Cat House Oberwürzbach or

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Kastriert und gechipt: ja Gesuchte Haltungsform: Freigang oder Wohnungshaltung mit Katzengesellschaft Kater Costa ist ein schwarzer Kater, der aus einem Animal-Hoarding-Fall stammt. Anfangs hatte er große Angst vor Menschen und reagierte in Panik. Doch Costa hat erstaunliche Fortschritte gemacht: Heute ist er soweit zutraulich, dass er gerne Leckerlis annimmt und nicht mehr direkt abhaut, wenn er einen Menschen erblickt. Ein Schmusekater ist er noch nicht, aber vielleicht wird sich das mit der Zeit ergeben. Da er mit vielen Katzen aufgewachsen ist, verträgt er sich gut mit Seinesgleichen und kennt auch Hunde. Costa ist in der Katzengruppe relativ selbstbewusst. Für Costa wünschen wir uns ein katzenerfahrenes Zuhause, in dem er weiter Vertrauen fassen und erleben darf, dass Menschen es gut mit ihm meinen. Wir sind sehr stolz auf seinen bisherigen Weg und wissen, dass er mit Geduld ein wunderbarer Begleiter sein wird. Katzenhaus Oberwürzbach oder

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪St. Ingbert
Shelter
Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V.
Living with Costa
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V. · St. Ingbert

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Costa home

What you'll need for Costa 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 Costa

What life with Costa looks like

Costa is a large adult cat waiting at Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V. in St. Ingbert.

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 Costa, answered.

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