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George

Mixed Breed · Male

European Shorthair - EKH *approx. 07/2026 - black - male Outdoor or possibly indoor with secure balcony possible Compatible with other cats Other: still shy, needs company of a young cat in the shelter since: 09/2026 George appeared together with Gundi and Gertie repeatedly on the terrace of people in a very busy area and the cats could be secured there with a live trap, as they were very shy and could not be touched. More information to follow. More information to follow. Additional pictures and videos: More cats can be found in the Cats section.

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Europäisch Kurzhaar – EKH *ca. 07/2026 – schwarz – männlich Freigänger oder evtl. Wohnungshaltung mit gesichertem Balkon möglich Verträglich mit Artgenossen Sonstiges: noch scheu, braucht Gesellschaft eines jungen Artgenossen im Tierheim seit: 09/2026 George tauchte zusammen mit Gundi und mit Gertie immer wieder bei Leuten auf der Terrasse in einer sehr verkehrsreichen Gegend auf und die Katzen konnten dort mit einer Lebendfalle gesichert werden, da sie sehr scheu waren und sich nicht anfassen ließen. Nähere Infos folgen. Nähere Infos folgen. Weitere Bilder und Videos: Noch mehr Katzen finden Sie in der Rubrik Katzen .

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🇩🇪Göppingen
Shelter
Tierheim Göppingen
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Listed 2 days ago

Bringing George home

What you'll need for George 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 George

What life with George looks like

George is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Göppingen in Göppingen.

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.

Göppingen, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting George, answered.

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