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Gina

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 9 years

Gina is a shy female cat, approximately born in May 2022, who is spayed. She has been with us since September 2022. Gina is a timid cat who needs some time to get used to new people and situations. However, she can be petted and enjoys being stroked. She desires a quiet home without much commotion and noise. After an adjustment period in her new home, Gina wishes to have outdoor access. Please schedule an appointment to meet her. Contact: Phone: or

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Rasse:EKHGeschlecht:weiblich kastriert Geboren:ca. Mai 2022Bei uns seit:September 2026Verhalten:Gina ist eine schüchterne Katzendame, die etwas Zeit benötigt um sich an neue Menschen und Situationen zu gewöhnen. Sie lässt sich aber streicheln und kann die Streicheleinheiten auch genießen. Sie wünscht ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne viel Trubel und Lärm.Hinweis(e): Nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit in ihrem neuen Zuhause wünscht sich Gina Freigang. Bitte vereinbaren Sie einen Termin zum Kennenlernen.Kontakt:Tel.: oder

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheim Schleswig
Living with Gina
  • ✓Spayed
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Bringing Gina home

What you'll need for Gina in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Gina

What life with Gina looks like

Gina is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Schleswig 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 Gina, answered.

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