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Elias

Mixed Breed · Male

Gender: male neutered compatibility with others: Single cat/Pair of cats Elias came to us as a found animal completely matted. His back was one big mat. Consequently, he found any touch unpleasant. He was shaved and is now much better off and is slowly gaining trust in humans, but remains a tomcat that should not be underestimated. In his new home, there should be no small children. Whether he wants another Elias in his new home is still uncertain. But he definitely wants to have a free roam after an acclimation period. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Geschlecht: männlich kastriert Verträglichkeit: Einzelkater Elias kam als Fundtier mit komplett verfilzt zu uns. Sein Rücken bestand aus einer einzigen Filzplatte. Dementsprechend unangenehm fand er jede Berührung. Er wurde geschoren und ist jetzt deutlich besser drauf. Elias schmust sehr gerne, aber bleibt trotzdem ein Kater den man nicht unterschätzen darf. In seinem neuen Zuhause sollten keine kleinen Kinder leben. In seinem neuen Zuhause möchte er gerne Einzelprinz sein und nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit in Freigang gehen.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Recklinghausen
Shelter
Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V.
Living with Elias
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V. · RecklinghausenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Elias home

What you'll need for Elias 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 Elias

What life with Elias looks like

Elias is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim und Tierschutz Recklinghausen e.V. in Recklinghausen.

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 Elias, answered.

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