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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

Location: In Spain Born: ca. 2019/2020 Gender: male Character: beautiful, still a bit shy tomcat S..04.06.2026ZUSAMMEN MIT JAZZ!04.06.2026This wonderful tomcat is GEORGE (sometimes we also call him affectionately Grumpy GEORGE). He came to the animal shelter together with the cats Whitey and Jazz because their owner had to return to Great Britain after his wife passed away. GEORGE does not feel particularly comfortable in the animal shelter. When the volunteer helpers come to clean the enclosure, he hides in the scratching post and only comes out when they have left and it has become quiet again. We have not been able to touch him yet because he hisses and swats at us with his paw. However, if we offer him treats, he allows us to get a little closer. The owner said that GEORGE was very independent at home, but sometimes craved cuddles and enjoyed them a lot. We believe that he would relax in a home environment with some time and patience. At the moment, he cannot be picked up or touched. GEORGE shares his enclosure with the cats Whitey and Jazz, with whom he came to the animal shelter. He has a closer bond with Jazz, and it would be good if the two could move into their new home together. This would make the transition easier for them as they would feel safer together. We do not know if GEORGE ever had contact with dogs. A home without children would be better suited. The cats need access to a secure outdoor area, such as a screened-in balcony or a secured garden. The poor GEORGE has lost his home and family, and it is very hard for him to adapt to the environment of the animal shelter. We hope that he does not have to stay for too long and that someone with a lot of patience and understanding will give him a new home. An enclosed (netted) balcony is required for cat safety.

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Standort: in Spanien Geboren: ca. 2019/2020 Geschlecht: männlich Charakter: schöner, noch etwas scheuer Kater S..04.06.2026ZUSAMMEN MIT JAZZ!04.06.2026Dieser wundervolle Kater ist George (manchmal nennen wir ihn auch liebevoll Grumpy George).Er kam zusammen mit den Katzen Whitey und Jazz ins Tierheim, weil ihr Besitzer nach dem Tod seiner Frau nach Großbritannien zurückkehren musste.George fühlt sich im Tierheim nicht besonders wohl. Wenn die freiwilligen Helfer kommen, um das Gehege zu säubern, versteckt er sich im Kratzbaum und kommt erst wieder hervor, wenn sie gegangen sind und es wieder ruhiger ist. Wir konnten ihn bisher noch nicht anfassen, da er faucht und mit der Pfote nach uns schlägt. Wenn man ihm Leckerlis anbietet, lässt er es aber zu, dass man sich ihm ein wenig nähert. Der Besitzer sagte, dass George zuhause sehr unabhängig war, aber manchmal Streicheleinheiten verlangte und diese dann sehr genossen hat. Wir glauben, dass er sich in einer häuslichen Umgebung mit etwas Zeit und Geduld entspannen würde. Im Moment kann er nicht hochgehoben und angefasst werden.George teilt sich sein Gehege mit den Katzen Whitey und Jazz, mit denen zusammen er ins Tierheim gekommen ist. Zu Jazz hat er eine engere Bindung und es wäre gut, wenn die beiden zusammen in ihr neues Zuhause einziehen könnten. Das würde ihnen die Eingewöhnung erleichtern, da sie sich zusammen sicherer fühlen.Wir wissen nicht, ob George jemals Kontakt zu Hunden hatte.Ein Zuhause ohne Kinder wäre besser geeignet.Die Katzen brauchen auf jeden Fall Zugang zu einem sicheren Außenbereich, wie einem vernetzten Balkon oder gesicherten Garten.Der arme George hat sein Zuhause und seine Familie verloren und es fällt ihm sehr schwer, sich an die Umgebung des Tierheims zu gewöhnen. Wir hoffen, dass er nicht allzu lange bleiben muss und dass ihm jemand mit viel Geduld und Verständnis ein neues Zuhause schenkt.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Odelzhausen
Shelter
Animal Help Espania
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Bringing GEORGE home

What you'll need for GEORGE 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 GEORGE

What life with GEORGE looks like

GEORGE is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at Animal Help Espania in Odelzhausen.

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 GEORGE, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about GEORGE?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Animal Help Espania 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 — Animal Help Espania 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 Animal Help Espania 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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