How do I contact the shelter about Gertrudis?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gertrudis on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Gertrudis if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. 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 Gertrudis 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 Gertrudis 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 Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gertrudis 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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Gertrudis

European Shorthair · Female · Young · 1 year

Hello there, I am Gertrudis, a female cat of the schildpatt breed, born around February 2025 in Spain. Although I am still quite young, I have unfortunately experienced how quickly a home can change. Together with my brother Dionisio, we lived with a family that eventually could no longer properly take care of us. That's why we ended up in a Perrera. There was everything loud, restless, and scary – not a place for little cat hearts like ours, but fortunately, a kind two-legged being took us in, giving us a chance for a happy ending. Despite everything, I remain a very loving cat. At first, I am more cautious and observe everything from a safe distance. When I realize that you approach me kindly, I become curious and find cuddles really great. For the future, I wish for a loving home where I can belong. People with patience, a cozy spot, and maybe a few gentle cuddles would make me very happy. The nicest would be if Dionisio and I could travel together, so we can finally leave our bad past behind. If that is not possible, I am looking forward to your cat companionship. For travel arrangements, I am of course neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and tested negative for FiV and FeLV. Who will give me a new beginning?

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Hallo du, ich bin Gertrudis, eine schildpatt Katzendame, geboren ungefähr im Februar 2025 in Spanien. Obwohl ich noch so jung bin, habe ich leider schon erlebt, wie schnell sich ein Zuhause verändern kann. Gemeinsam mit meinem Bruder Dionisio lebte ich bei einer Familie, die sich irgendwann nicht mehr richtig um uns kümmern konnte. Deshalb kamen wir in eine Perrera. Dort war alles laut, unruhig und beängstigend – kein Ort für kleine Katzenherzen wie unseres, aber zum Glück hat uns ein lieber Zweibeiner mitgenommen, sodass wir Chance auf ein happy end haben. Trotz allem bin ich eine ganz liebe Katze geblieben. Anfangs bin ich eher vorsichtig und beobachte erst einmal alles aus sicherer Entfernung. Wenn ich merke, dass man mir freundlich begegnet, werde ich neugierig- kuscheln finde ich dann richtig klasse. Für die Zukunft wünsche ich mir ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem ich ankommen darf. Menschen mit Geduld, ein gemütliches Plätzchen und vielleicht ein paar sanfte Streicheleinheiten würden mich schon glücklich machen. Am schönsten wäre es, wenn Dionisio und ich gemeinsam reisen dürften, damit wir zusammen endlich unsere schlimme Vergangenheit hinter uns lassen können. Wenn das nicht möglich ist, freue ich mich bei dir über Katzengesellschaft. Bei Ausreise bin ich selbstverständlich kastriert, geimpft, entwurmt, gechippt und negativ auf FiV und FeLV getestet. Wer schenkt mir einen Neuanfang?

Size

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Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V.

Living with Gertrudis

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped

Cared for by Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. · Germany Learn about European Shorthair →

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Listed 1 month ago

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About Gertrudis

What life with Gertrudis looks like

Gertrudis is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. in Germany.

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 Gertrudis, answered.

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