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Gismo

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

The approximately 2017-born kitten was surrendered. Gismo is initially a bit shy, but warms up after a short time. We wish for him a home with outdoor access. He has been at the shelter since July 2026.

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Das ca. 2017 geborene Katerchen wurde abgegeben. Gismo ist anfangs etwas schüchtern, taut aber nach kurzer Zeit schon auf. Wir wünschen uns für ihn ein Zuhause mit Freigang. Im Tierheim ist er seit Juli 2026

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Plauen
Shelter
Tierheim Plauen
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Gismo home

What you'll need for Gismo in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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About Gismo

What life with Gismo looks like

Gismo is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Plauen in Plauen.

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.

Plauen, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gismo, answered.

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