Adopt ELMER

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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