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Elke

European Shorthair · Female

Elke is Lius Mama and behaves very differently than her children, who have been used to humans from the start. She is full of fear when we come near her and immediately hides in a cave. The suspicion is that Elke lived as a stray for a long time and could not build a relationship with humans. We are looking for very patient cat lovers who can give her a chance and have experience in dealing with shy cats.

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2023weiblichgetigertEKHFreigangElke ist Lius Mama und verhält sich ganz anders als ihre Kinder, die von Anfang an Menschen gewohnt sind. Sie ist voller Angst, wenn wir in ihre Nähe kommen, und versteckt sich sofort in einer Höhle. Die Vermutung liegt nahe, dass Elke eine ganze Zeit als Streunerin lebte und zu Menschen keine Beziehung aufbauen konnte. Für sie suchen wir sehr geduldige Katzenliebhaber, die ihr eine Chance geben und über eine entsprechende Erfahrung im Umgang mit scheuen Miezen verfügen.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Donzdorf
Shelter
Katzenschutz Göppingen-Donzdorf
Living with Elke
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Katzenschutz Göppingen-Donzdorf · DonzdorfLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Elke home

What you'll need for Elke 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 Elke

What life with Elke looks like

Elke is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Katzenschutz Göppingen-Donzdorf in Donzdorf.

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.

Donzdorf, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Elke, answered.

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