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Frieder

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Frieder is about 2 years old and has had quite a bit of experience. He was found with an injured ear and was initially very fearful and reserved. With patience, calmness, and loving attention, Frieder has shown what a sweet cat he is. He now enjoys being petted and has become a really cuddly guy. 🥰 For his new home, we are looking for people who will give him the time he needs to settle in and build trust. Frieder would like to enjoy his new home as a single cat. Small children should not live there, as Frieder needs a quiet household where it is not too boisterous. After a suitable settling-in period, Frieder would love to enjoy outdoor time again. A traffic-calmed residential area would be ideal for this. We are looking for people for Frieder who see the wonderful, cuddly cat behind his initial shyness. ❤️ If you are interested or have further questions, please contact Ms. Schmitz.

DE·Show original

Frieder ist etwa 2 Jahre alt und hat schon einiges hinter sich. Er wurde mit einem verletzten Ohr gefunden und war anfangs sehr ängstlich und zurückhaltend. Mit Geduld, Ruhe und liebevoller Zuwendung hat Frieder gezeigt, was für ein lieber Kater in ihm steckt. Inzwischen genießt er Streicheleinheiten und hat sich zu einem richtig verschmusten Kerl entwickelt. 🥰 Für sein neues Zuhause wünschen wir uns Menschen, die ihm die nötige Zeit geben, in Ruhe anzukommen und Vertrauen aufzubauen. Frieder möchte sein neues Zuhause gerne als Einzelkater genießen. Kleine Kinder sollten dort nicht leben, denn Frieder braucht einen ruhigen Haushalt, in dem es nicht zu turbulent zugeht. Nach einer entsprechenden Eingewöhnungszeit möchte Frieder unbedingt wieder Freigang genießen können. Ein verkehrsberuhigtes Wohngebiet wäre dafür ideal. Wir wünschen uns für Frieder Menschen, die hinter seiner anfänglichen Unsicherheit den wundervollen, verschmusten Kater sehen, der er heute ist. ❤️ Bei Interesse und weiteren Fragen, bitte Frau Schmitz kontaktieren.

Size
Small
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Karlsruhe
Shelter
Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V.
Living with Frieder
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. · KarlsruheLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Frieder home

What you'll need for Frieder 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 Frieder

What life with Frieder looks like

Frieder is a small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. in Karlsruhe.

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.

Karlsruhe, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Frieder, answered.

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