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Female · Young · 1 year

Fusilli – a young cat with a big heart and even bigger caution The approximately 10-month-old Fusilli came to us at the animal shelter with five other cats through a friendly association. The group originated from an animal hoarding case and likely had little or no close contact with people in their previous lives. Accordingly, all six cats are still very shy and reserved. Fusilli also needs a lot of space from people. Especially when trying to grab or touch her, she currently reacts with panic. For her, proximity is still something scary at the moment. Therefore, we are looking for people for Fusilli who respect her boundaries, do not expect anything from her, and give her the time she needs to slowly build trust. Patience, calmness, and understanding are the keys here. In contrast, Fusilli shows a different side with her cat friends. In the group, she feels much safer, seeks the proximity of other cats, and likes to snuggle together in the cozy caves. She should either move out with one of her familiar cat friends or to a already existing, friendly, and social cat. For Fusilli, we wish for a quiet home without much hustle and bustle, where she is allowed to come at her own pace. Because she is still so young, the chances are good that she will become braver with the right environment and a lot of patience. Since Fusilli is very anxious and is not familiar with life outside, we can only place her in a suitable apartment living environment, preferably with a secured balcony, so she can enjoy fresh air and sunlight safely. General interest inquiry:

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Fusilli – junge Katze mit großem Herz und noch größerer Vorsicht Die etwa 10 Monate alte Fusilli kam gemeinsam mit fünf weiteren Katzen über einen befreundeten Verein zu uns ins Tierheim. Die Gruppe stammt aus einem Animal-Hoarding-Fall und hat vermutlich in ihrem bisherigen Leben kaum oder gar keinen engen Kontakt zu Menschen kennenlernen dürfen. Entsprechend sind alle sechs Katzen noch sehr schüchtern und zurückhaltend. Auch Fusilli braucht noch viel Abstand zum Menschen. Besonders wenn man versucht, nach ihr zu greifen oder sie anzufassen, reagiert sie aktuell noch panisch. Für sie ist Nähe im Moment einfach noch etwas Unheimliches. Deshalb suchen wir für Fusilli Menschen, die ihre Grenzen respektieren, nichts von ihr erwarten und ihr die Zeit geben, die sie braucht, um langsam Vertrauen aufzubauen. Geduld, Ruhe und Verständnis sind hier der Schlüssel. Mit ihren Katzenfreunden zeigt Fusilli hingegen eine ganz andere Seite. In der Gruppe fühlt sie sich deutlich sicherer, sucht die Nähe der anderen Katzen und kuschelt sich gerne gemeinsam mit ihnen in die Kuschelhöhlen. Sie sollte entweder mit einer ihrer vertrauten Katzenfreundinnen ausziehen oder zu einer bereits vorhandenen, freundlichen und sozialen Katze ziehen. Für Fusilli wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne viel Trubel, in dem man ihr erlaubt, in ihrem eigenen Tempo anzukommen. Gerade weil sie noch so jung ist, stehen die Chancen gut, dass sie mit der richtigen Umgebung und viel Geduld immer mutiger wird. Da Fusilli sehr ängstlich ist und das Leben draußen nicht kennt, vermitteln wir sie ausschließlich in reine Wohnungshaltung, gerne mit gesichertem Balkon, damit sie sicher frische Luft und Sonnenstrahlen genießen kann. Allgemeine Interessentenanfrage:

Size
Small
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Ettlingen
Shelter
Tierheim Ettlingen
Living with Fusilli
  • House-trained
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
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Cared for by Tierheim Ettlingen · Ettlingen

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Fusilli home

What you'll need for Fusilli 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
  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 Fusilli

What life with Fusilli looks like

Fusilli is a small young adult cat waiting at Tierheim Ettlingen in Ettlingen.

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 Fusilli, answered.

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