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Dolly

Female · Young · 2 years

Mama Dolly, a mother and son pair, is looking for a new home. Dolly would prefer a life with minimal human interaction. She finds petting and being touched uncomfortable. She would be happy with food provided and some space to live in. Her son Diary is different, he enjoys being petted and playing with humans. He is more adaptable to the situation than Dolly. A middle ground would be the best solution. They would be happy to settle in and Dolly wouldn't have to do anything, but Diary could do as he pleases. Please note that there should be no dogs or children in the new home. Also, they cannot be kept indoors. If you are a person who can provide this, please contact the animal shelter. Animal adoptions are currently by appointment only. Please call 05481 / 4146 or email us if you are interested in one of our animals.

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Mutter-Sohn-Gespann sucht neuen Wirkungskreis So kann man das auch nennen. Ich, Mama Dolly, würde ja ein Leben möglichst ohne oder mit wenig Kontakt zum Menschen vorziehen. Dieses ganze Zeug mit anfassen, streicheln lassen etc. ist mir schlicht unangenehm. Futter hinstellen, Abstand halten und schauen, dass ich alles habe, was ich brauche, und das ist nicht so viel, würde mir schon reichen. Mein Sohn Diary ist da etwas anders unterwegs, er mag Streicheleinheiten und spielt auch mit den Zweibeinern, wenn es sich anbietet. Als Kuschelchen würde ich ihn vielleicht nicht bezeichnen, er kommt aber mit dem ganzen Drumherum viel besser zurecht als ich. Weshalb so ein Zwischending die beste Lösung wäre. Wir dürfen in Ruhe ankommen, ich muss nix, Diary darf aber alles, wenn er möchte. Hunde und Kinder sollten aber bitte im neuen Zuhause nicht vorhanden sein. Und reine Wohnungshaltung ist ausgeschlossen. Das geht nicht! Wenn Sie ein Mensch sind, der das möglich machen könnte,….melden Sie sich doch bitte im Tierheim. Tiervermittlungen finden zurzeit nur mit Termin statt. Wir bitten Sie daher, sich bei Interesse an einem unserer Tiere vorab telefonisch unter 05481 / 4146 oder per E-Mail mit uns in Verbindung zu setzen. mehr erfahren

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Lengerich
Shelter
Tierheim Tecklenburger Land
Living with Dolly
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Tecklenburger Land · Lengerich
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Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Dolly home

What you'll need for Dolly 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 Dolly

What life with Dolly looks like

Dolly is a young adult cat waiting at Tierheim Tecklenburger Land in Lengerich.

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.

Lengerich, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dolly, answered.

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