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Gero &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

I am male, neutered, and born in 2017. I have been waiting for a new home since 2021. My caretakers say about me: Gero comes from a wild population. Unfortunately, during the neutering treatment, it became clear that Gero finds it difficult to adapt to humans, so we are looking for a place in a protected environment where he can work as a mouser, live freely, and be medically cared for when needed. A little food is of course expected, and so far, he has accepted it well. We hope that Gero will find a place where he can be happy again and that no one has too high expectations of his soft paw. Gero would love to be in the company of fellow animals, and purring quadrupeds are at the top of his favorite list… Gero was rehomed together with Elfie in October 2023. Gero thanks his godmother Karin for financial support starting in January 2023! Gero thanks his godmother Jana from Kitzscher for financial support starting in June 2023! Gero thanks his godmother Christine from Leipzig for financial support starting in June 2023! Gero thanks his godmother Steffi from Leipzig for financial support starting in January 2023! Gero thanks his godmother Hilde for financial support starting in January 2023! Gero thanks his godmother Eva from Colditz for financial support starting in January 2023!

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Ich bin männlich, kastriert und 2017 geboren. Ich warte seit 2021 auf ein neues Zuhause. Das sagen meine Betreuer über mich: Gero kommt aus einem wilden Bestand. Leider zeigte sich während der Betreuung über die Kastration, das eine Gewöhnung an den Menschen für Gero schwierig wird und so suchen wir für ihn einen Platz im geschütztem Umfeld, wo er als Mäusefänger einen Job hat, in Freiheit leben darf und bei Bedarf auch mal medizinisch versorgt wird. Ein wenig Futter versteht sich von selbst, bisher hat er das gut angenommen. Wir hoffen, es findet sich ein Plätzchen, wo Gero wieder glücklich sein darf und keiner zu große Erwartungen an die Samtpfote hat. Gern in Gesellschaft von Artgenossen, schnurrende Vierbeiner stehen auf seiner Favoritenliste ganz weit oben… Gero konnte im Oktober 2023 gemeinsam mit Elfie vermittelt werden. Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Karin für die finanzielle Unterstützung ab Januar 2023! Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Jana aus Kitzscher für die finanzielle Unterstützung ab Juni 2023! Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Christine aus Leipzig für die finanzielle Unterstützung ab Juni 2023! Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Steffi aus Leipzig für die finanzielle Unterstützung ab Januar 2023! Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Hilde für die finazielle Unterstützung ab Januar 2023! Gero bedankt sich bei seiner Patin Eva aus Colditz für die finanzielle Unterstützung ab Januar 2023!

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Grimma
Shelter
Tierheim Schkortitz
Living with Gero &#8211
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierheim Schkortitz · GrimmaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Gero &#8211 home

What you'll need for Gero &#8211 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 Gero &#8211

What life with Gero &#8211 looks like

Gero &#8211 is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Schkortitz in Grimma.

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.

Grimma, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gero &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Gero &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Schkortitz handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gero &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Gero &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Schkortitz 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 Gero &#8211 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 Gero &#8211 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 Schkortitz early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gero &#8211 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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