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Gandalf

European Shorthair · Male

You can't just walk past! My name is Gandalf and no, I don't know the movies, but if every second person who picks me up says I just need a big stick to say that line, then I'll learn it too! But what won't I do for food – well, um, do you have something with you? I really love food! By the way, I like people too; these two-legged can openers with fur patches are really okay, and I can use my charming cuddle power on them, which usually leads to even more food. It always works!

DE·Show original

Du kannst nicht vorbei! Gandalf mein Name und nein, die Filme kenne ich nicht, aber wenn jeder zweite, der mich hochhält sagt, dass mir nur noch ein großer Stock fehlt um diese Zeile zu sagen, dann lerne ich das auch! Aber was tu ich nicht alles für Essen – wobei, naja, hast du etwas dabei? Ich mag Essen wirklich sehr! Menschen mag ich übrigens auch, diese zweibeinigen Dosenöffner mit Fleckfellwuchs sind echt in Ordnung, da kann ich meine liebenswürdige Kuschelkraft ausüben und normalerweise führt mich das dann zu noch mehr Futter. Funktioniert immer! Also, meinen Namen, Gandalf, kennst du und

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Rüdersdorf bei Berlin
Shelter
Meine Katzenstation
Cared for by Meine Katzenstation · Rüdersdorf bei BerlinLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Gandalf home

What you'll need for Gandalf 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 Gandalf

What life with Gandalf looks like

Gandalf is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Meine Katzenstation in Rüdersdorf bei Berlin.

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.

Rüdersdorf bei Berlin, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gandalf, answered.

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