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Franz und Tränchen

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Our next Corona-positive duo are the delicate cat Franz (Pictures 1-3)... on Picture 3 Franz is seen with cat Emma... and the still reserved cat Tränchen (Pictures 4+5), both born around 2023. Since all cats had to be spayed or neutered on the day they arrived at our shelter, as we had to secure them with live traps... they were all under acute stress. First the capture, then the surgery and then the unfamiliar environment... but it couldn't be done any other way. Some of them struggled with this... so did the little Franz, who was very small and undernourished... he was doing very poorly at times and had to be hooked up to an IV and receive injections for his immune system. When he was sitting in his box looking so emaciated, you couldn't even tell where to put the needle... none of us thought he would recover. But after a few days he was making a big fuss in his box and because he was eating well again... he was allowed to rejoin his group. Now he is the loudest, screaming for food and he can't get enough of cuddles. Of course, he still needs to gain some weight, he still looks like a starving god, but we'll get that too. We would be very happy if he could find a home with the still shy cat Tränchen as a house cat with a secured balcony. Patient animal lovers with cat experience are needed here, because the two need a bit more intensive care, due to their weakened immune system they are a bit more susceptible. What is especially important for the two is a stress-free environment and level-headed cat people who pay attention to their special needs and quirks. Then Franz and Tränchen can lead a fulfilling life as cats. That's what we would so very much wish for the two. Of course, we will be available to the future new cat parents with advice and assistance. Who would like to give Franz and Tränchen a happy life and a beautiful home? 😇😻😽🙏💞

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Unser nächstes Corona positiv Duo sind der zarte Kater Franz (Bild 1-3)...auf Bild 3 ist Franz mit Katze Emma zu sehen... und die noch zurückhaltende Katze Tränchen (Bild 4+5), Beide geb. ca. 2023. Nachdem ja alle Katzen bereits am Tag ihrer Ankunft bei uns kastriert werden mussten, da wir sie mit Lebendfallen sichern mussten...standen alle auch unter akutem Stress. Erst das Einfangen, dann die Op und dann die fremde Umgebung...aber anders war es nicht möglich. Einige von ihnen hatten damit echt zu kämpfen...so auch der kleine Franz, der sehr klein und unterernährt war...es ging ihm zeitweise sehr schlecht und er musste täglich an den Tropf und bekam Spritzen für das Immunsystem. Als er da so jämmerlich in seiner Box saß, ausgemergelt, dass man gar nicht wusste, wo man die Kanüle ansetzen sollte...da hätte keiner von uns gedacht, dass er sich wieder aufrappelt. Aber nach ein paar Tagen machte er dann ordentlich Rabatz in seiner Box und weil er auch wieder gut fraß...durfte er wieder in seine Gruppe. Nun ist er der Lauteste, der nach Futter schreit und von Streicheleinheiten kann er gar nicht genug bekommen. Natürlich muss er noch einiges an Gewicht zulegen, er sieht immer noch aus wie ein Hungergott, aber das kriegen wir auch noch hin. Wir würden uns sehr freuen, wenn er zusammen mit der noch schüchternen Katze Tränchen ein gemeinsames Zuhause als Wohnungskatzen mit gesichertem Balkon finden würde. Geduldige Tierfreunde mit Katzenerfahrung sind hier gefragt, denn die 2 brauchen eine etwas intensivere Betreuung, durch ihr geschwächtes Immunsystem sind sie etwas anfälliger. Besonders wichtig für die 2 ist eine stressfreie Umgebung und besonnene Katzenmenschen, die auf ihre besonderen Bedürfnisse und Eigenheiten achten. Dann können auch Franz und Tränchen ein erfülltes Katzenleben führen. Das würden wir uns so sehr für die 2 wünschen. Natürlich stehen wir den zukünftigen neuen Katzeneltern mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Wer möchte Franz und Tränchen ein glückliches Leben und ein schönes Zuhause schenken? 😇😻😽🙏💞

Size
Tiny
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheim Quedlinburg
Living with Franz und Tränchen
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierheim Quedlinburg · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Franz und Tränchen home

What you'll need for Franz und Tränchen 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 Franz und Tränchen

What life with Franz und Tränchen looks like

Franz und Tränchen is a very small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Quedlinburg in Germany.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Franz und Tränchen, answered.

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