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Erna & Edda

Female · Senior · 13 years

Edda and Erna came to our shelter as seized animals. Now the two are looking for a new forever home. Edda and Erna are two calm, reserved and shy cats that together seek a understanding home. New people and unfamiliar situations initially unsettle them, which is why they need a lot of time to get used to their new surroundings. They prefer to observe from a safe distance and want to decide for themselves when they take the next step towards their humans. Currently Edda and Erna do not like being touched. Therefore they wish for people who do not expect cuddly cats, but are happy to gain their trust step by step. With patience, calmness and a fixed routine the two can learn at their own pace to grasp security and feel comfortable in their home. Edda and Erna are housebroken and want a quiet home without haste, where they have enough retreat options. Since they give each other security and are closely connected, they will only be placed together. As indoor cats Edda and Erna need a home with a secured balcony. There they can safely enjoy fresh air, observe the sun and explore their surroundings without being exposed to the dangers of outdoor access. Empathetic people are sought for Edda and Erna who respect their reserved nature and give them the time they need. Whoever gives the two this chance will experience how they gradually gain trust and feel safe in their new home. Especially the small progress makes living with the two something very special.

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- zurückhaltend - ängstlich, scheu - ruhige Tiere - stubenrein - brauchen eine ruhige Umgebung Wir sind schon so gut wie vermittelt. Bitte nicht mehr bewerben! (29.09.2026) Edda und Erna kamen als Sicherstellungen zu uns ins Tierheim. Nun suchen die beiden ein neues Für-immer-Zuhause. Erna und Edda sind zwei ruhige, zurückhaltende und scheue Katzen, die gemeinsam ein verständnisvolles Zuhause suchen. Neue Menschen und ungewohnte Situationen verunsichern die beiden zunächst, weshalb sie viel Zeit benötigen, um sich an ihre neue Umgebung zu gewöhnen. Sie beobachten lieber aus sicherer Entfernung und möchten selbst entscheiden, wann sie den nächsten Schritt auf ihre Menschen zugehen. Derzeit lassen sich Erna und Edda nicht gerne anfassen. Deshalb wünschen sie sich Menschen, die keine Schmusekatzen erwarten, sondern Freude daran haben, ihr Vertrauen Schritt für Schritt zu gewinnen. Mit Geduld, Ruhe und einer festen Routine können die beiden in ihrem eigenen Tempo lernen, Sicherheit zu fassen und sich in ihrem Zuhause wohlzufühlen. Erna und Edda sind stubenrein und wünschen sich ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Hektik, in dem sie genügend Rückzugsmöglichkeiten haben. Da sie sich gegenseitig Sicherheit geben und eng miteinander verbunden sind, werden sie ausschließlich gemeinsam vermittelt. Als Wohnungskatzen benötigen Erna und Edda ein Zuhause mit einem gesicherten Balkon. Dort können sie sicher frische Luft genießen, die Sonne beobachten und ihre Umgebung erkunden, ohne den Gefahren des Freigangs ausgesetzt zu sein. Für Erna und Edda werden einfühlsame Menschen gesucht, die ihre zurückhaltende Art respektieren und ihnen die Zeit geben, die sie brauchen. Wer den beiden diese Chance schenkt, wird erleben, wie sie nach und nach Vertrauen fassen und sich in ihrem neuen Zuhause sicher fühlen. Gerade die kleinen Fortschritte machen das Zusammenleben mit den beiden zu etwas ganz Besonderem.

Size
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Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Erna & Edda
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✓Spayed
Cared for by Tierheim Hamburg · Hamburg

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Erna & Edda home

What you'll need for Erna & Edda 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
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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
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

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    €30–60

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About Erna & Edda

What life with Erna & Edda looks like

Erna & Edda is a senior cat waiting at Tierheim Hamburg in Hamburg.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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.

Hamburg, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Erna & Edda, answered.

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