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Adopt Dennis

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 5 years

A wonderful Saturday to you with this To Go! tune! I'm tomcat Dennis from the Cat Park, and you can see my favorite spot in my photo! But to be completely honest, I have no choice but to daydream. There's always a lot going on here at the Cat Park, and it's not exactly to my liking… Much rather would I live on a farm or a property with lots and lots of greenery and, of course, plenty of trees! Since 2021, I've already been living here at the Cottbuser animal shelter, but unfortunately, my wish hasn't come true yet… Could it be because I'm not the most open to new people? I just need to get used to the new faces before I can really trust these two-legged beings. Nonetheless! HOPE NEVER DIES! That's why I'm now looking for the ideal Forever Home this way. Maybe you'd like to take me in, or maybe you know someone who knows someone… you know what I mean! I'd be absolutely thrilled if you'd come by the Cat Park sometime – even if it's just from a distance!

Read original (de)

Einen wunderbaren Samstag wünsche ich euch mit diesem Ohrwurm To Go! Ich bin Kater Dennis aus dem Katzenpark und meinen Lieblingsplatz seht ihr auf meinem Foto!Aber mal ganz ehrlich, mir bleibt auch nichts anderes übrig als mich in luftige Höhen zu verziehen. Hier im Katzenpark ist immer einiges los und das ist mir nicht sonderlich geheuer …Vieeeeel lieber würde ich auf einem Hof oder einem Grundstück leben wollen. Mit gaaaanz viel Grün drum herum und natürlich jeder Menge Bäume! Seit 2021 lebe ich schon hier im Cottbuser Tierheim aber leider hat sich mein Wunsch bisher nicht erfüllt … Könnte daran liegen, dass ich neuen Menschen gegenüber nicht der offenste bin. Ich muss mich eben erstmal an die neuen Gesichter gewöhnen, bevor ich diesen Zweibeinern wirklich vertrauen kann. Nichts desto trotz! DIE HOFFNUNG STIRBT ZULETZT! Deswegen suche ich jetzt auf diesem Weg nach dem idealen Für-Immer-Zuhause Vielleicht habt ihr ja Lust mich aufzunehmen oder vielleicht kennt ihr jemanden, der jemanden kennt … naja ihr wisst schon! Würde mich auf jeden Fall rieeesig freuen, wenn ihr mal bei mir im Katzenpark vorbei kommt – auch wenn ich erstmal nur von weitem gucke! Einen Termin könnt ihr zu den

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Cottbus
Shelter
Tierheim Cottbus
Living with Dennis
  • Neutered
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Dennis home

What you'll need for Dennis 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
    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 Dennis

What life with Dennis looks like

Dennis is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Cottbus in Cottbus.

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 Dennis, answered.

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