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Erna

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 2 years

The cat Erna was found in Oerlinghausen at the beginning of April - not neutered or microchipped and has not been reported missing. Erna is still quite shy and cautious and needs a relatively quiet environment. Once given time, however, she does allow for closeness. Patient and compassionate people are sought. After settling in, Erna would like to have free roam. Therefore, her new surroundings should be as traffic-free as possible. Animal shelter account: Tierschutz der Tat e.V. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Die Katze Erna wurde Anfang April in Oerlinghausen gefunden - nicht kastriert oder gekennzeichnet und nirgends vermisst. Erna ist noch recht schüchtern und vorsichtig und braucht ein eher ruhiges Umfeld. Wenn man ihr Zeit gibt, lässt sie aber schon Nähe zu. Hier sind geduldige und einfühlsame Menschen gefragt. Weil sich Erna im Katzenzimmer nicht mehr wohlfühlte, nur noch im Außenbereich hockte und sehnsüchtig nach draußen schaute, haben wir ihr Freigang auf unserem Gelände gegeben. Sie würde sich über ein Zuhause auf einer Hofstelle freuen. Gern kann man Erna auch mit einer Patenschaft unterstützen. Tierheimkonto: Tierschutz der Tat e.V.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Detmold
Shelter
Tierheim Detmold
Living with Erna
  • Neutered
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Bringing Erna home

What you'll need for Erna 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
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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
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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    €30–60

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About Erna

What life with Erna looks like

Erna is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Detmold in Detmold.

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.

Detmold, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Erna, answered.

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