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Francesco

Male

Francesco is a black and white cat who has been spayed/neutered and microchipped. He is looking for a home with either outdoor access or indoor living with other cats. Francesco comes from an animal hoarding situation, so he has never experienced the love and security that humans can provide. As such, he prefers to observe situations from a distance and needs people who don't expect anything from him except for him to come at his own pace. He gets along very well with other cats and is even familiar with living with dogs. Therefore, he would not want to live as a single cat; having a confident feline friend by his side would certainly make the transition into his new home easier. Francesco particularly enjoys spending time in our outdoor enclosure at the shelter. A secure balcony or later, when he has gained trust, outdoor access in a quiet environment would be a big plus. We are looking for cat-experienced people with patience, understanding and a big heart. People who know that trust cannot be forced but grows over time. And those who give him this time will one day experience how cautious curiosity may turn into real trust. Cat House Oberwürzbach

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Kastriert und gechipt: ja Farbe/Fell: schwarz-weiß Gesuchte Haltungsform: Freigang oder Wohnungshaltung mit Katzengesellschaft Francesco stammt wie Costa aus einem Animal-Hoarding-Fall und hat nie erfahren dürfen, dass Menschen auch Geborgenheit, Sicherheit und Liebe bedeuten können. Deshalb beobachtet er das Geschehen lieber aus sicherer Entfernung und braucht Menschen, die nichts von ihm erwarten, außer, dass er in seinem eigenen Tempo ankommen darf. Mit seinen Artgenossen versteht sich Francesco sehr gut. Er ist sozial, orientiert sich gerne an anderen Katzen und kennt sogar das Zusammenleben mit Hunden. Deshalb möchte er auf keinen Fall als Einzelkatze leben, ein souveräner Katzenfreund an seiner Seite würde ihm den Start ins neue Zuhause sicher erleichtern. Besonders gerne verbringt Francesco bei uns im Katzenhaus seine Zeit im Freigehege. Ein gesicherter Balkon oder später, wenn er Vertrauen gefasst hat, Freigang in einer ruhigen Umgebung wären daher ein großes Plus. Für Francesco suchen wir katzenerfahrene Menschen mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem großen Herzen. Menschen, die wissen, dass Vertrauen nicht erzwungen werden kann, sondern wächst. Und wer ihm diese Zeit schenkt, wird eines Tages erleben dürfen, wie aus vorsichtiger Neugier vielleicht doch noch echtes Vertrauen entsteht. Katzenhaus Oberwürzbach oder

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪St. Ingbert
Shelter
Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V.
Living with Francesco
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V. · St. Ingbert

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Francesco home

What you'll need for Francesco 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 Francesco

What life with Francesco looks like

Francesco is a large adult cat waiting at Verein der Katzenfreunde e.V. in St. Ingbert.

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.

St. Ingbert, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Francesco, answered.

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