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Franz

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 5 years

Hello, I am the loving Franz! I recently moved into the cat shelter and would like to introduce myself. To be honest, I am a totally cuddly guy who loves to be stroked. I just don't handle a lot of noise and chaos very well, which sometimes makes me a little scared. Then I retreat and wait until the atmosphere calms down. That's why it would be best if any children in the household are already older and familiar with cat handling. Otherwise, I am a really uncomplicated tomcat who simply looks for nice people and a beautiful home with a place to retreat to. If you would like to get to know me, please contact my foster parents at this breed shelter!

DE·Show original

Hallo, ich bin der liebe Franz! Ich bin vor kurzem ins Katzenhaus gezogen und möchte mich nun vorstellen. Eigentlich bin ich ein total lieber Kerl, der sich gerne durchkraulen lässt. Nur mit viel Trubel und lauten Geräuschen habe ich es nicht so, das macht mir manchmal noch ein bisschen Angst. Dann ziehe ich mich zurück und warte, bis die Luft wieder rein ist. Deswegen sollten vorhandene Kinder am besten schon älter sein und den Umgang mit Katzen kennen. Ansonsten bin ich ein wirklich unkomplizierter Kater, der einfach nur nach netten Leuten und einem schönen Zuhause mit Rückzugsmöglichkeiten sucht. Wenn Ihr mich kennenlernen wollt, meldet Euch doch bitte bei meinen Pflegern im Tierheim! Euer Franz

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Remagen
Shelter
Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen.
Living with Franz
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. · RemagenLearn about European Shorthair →
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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Franz home

What you'll need for Franz 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
    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 Franz

What life with Franz looks like

Franz is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. in Remagen.

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.

Remagen, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Franz, answered.

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