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Der

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

The magnificent cat Balou is approximately 9 years old and is very social with other cats. He needs time with humans, he is very cautious and a bit anxious. We see him in a quiet home with at least one other cat or tomcat and secure outdoor access. Due to his shyness, there should be no small children or dogs. Balou lived with Simba and it would be a dream if they could stay together, but not a must. Information under

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Der prächtige Kater Balou ist ca 9 Jahre alt und ist sehr sozial zu Artgenossen. Mit Menschen braucht es Zeit, er ist sehr vorsichtig und etwas ängstlich. Wir sehen ihn in einem ruhigen Zuhause mit mindestens einer anderen Katze oder Kater und gesichertem Freigang. Aufgrund seiner Schüchternheit sollten keine kleinen Kinder oder Hunde da sein. Balou lebte mit Simba zusammen und es wäre natürlich ein Traum wenn sie zusammen bleiben könnten, aber kein Muss. Infos unter

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Bad Münstereifel
Shelter
Tierhilfe Nordeifel e.V.
Living with Der
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Tierhilfe Nordeifel e.V. · Bad MünstereifelLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Der home

What you'll need for Der 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
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    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 Der

What life with Der looks like

Der is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierhilfe Nordeifel e.V. in Bad Münstereifel.

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.

Bad Münstereifel, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Der, answered.

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