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Gundel

European Shorthair · Female

Gundel—a cat who walks her own path ❤️🐾 Some cats immediately win everyone over. Then there’s Gundel. This lady cat, born around 2013, came to us because her previous owner could no longer care for her due to personal reasons. When Gundel first arrived at our shelter, her physical condition was alarming. She had severe dental problems that initially required extensive treatment. Now, she has recovered well and is ready for the next step—a home where she can finally find peace and quiet. Gundel isn’t the kind of cat who throws herself into strangers’ arms. On the contrary: right now, she tends to view people with a healthy dose of skepticism and prefers to keep her distance. The animal shelter isn’t a place where she can build trust—too much hustle and bustle, too many changing impressions. So if you’d like to get to know Gundel, don’t expect a cuddly, lap-cat type of feline. She’s a true cat personality—self-reliant, strong-willed, and with a mind of her own. And that’s precisely what makes her so special. Although Gundel has lived with other cats throughout her life, we’d still like to find her a calm, quiet home where she can finally enjoy the attention and freedom she needs as an only cat. After an adjustment period, she should definitely be allowed to enjoy outdoor access again—because outside, she’ll probably feel far more comfortable than within four walls. We firmly believe that behind her rough exterior lies a cat who simply needs time—to settle in, to learn to trust, and to have people who don’t expect anything from her but simply accept her just as she is. Maybe Gundel will never become the cat who falls asleep on your lap every evening. But maybe she’ll turn out to be exactly the loyal companion who one day quietly sits beside you and shows: “I’ve chosen you.” And that very moment is often priceless. Who will give our special...

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Gundel – eine Katze, die ihren eigenen Weg geht ❤️🐾 Manche Katzen wickeln jeden sofort um die Pfote. Und dann gibt es Gundel. Die etwa 2013 geborene Katzendame kam zu uns, weil ihr bisheriger Besitzer sie aus persönlichen Gründen nicht mehr versorgen konnte. Als Gundel bei uns einzog, war ihr körperlicher Zustand erschreckend. Sie hatte starke Zahnprobleme, die zunächst aufwendig behandelt werden mussten. Inzwischen hat sie sich gut erholt und ist bereit für den nächsten Schritt – ein Zuhause, in dem sie endlich zur Ruhe kommen darf. Gundel ist keine Katze, die sich Fremden in die Arme wirft. Im Gegenteil: Menschen betrachtet sie aktuell lieber mit einer gehörigen Portion Skepsis und hält lieber Abstand. Das Tierheim ist für sie kein Ort, an dem sie Vertrauen fassen kann. Zu viel Trubel, zu viele wechselnde Eindrücke. Wer Gundel kennenlernen möchte, sollte deshalb keine verschmuste Schmusekatze erwarten. Sie ist eine echte Katzenpersönlichkeit – selbstständig, charakterstark und mit einem ganz eigenen Kopf. Genau das macht sie aber auch so besonders. Mit anderen Katzen hat Gundel ihr bisheriges Leben zwar zusammengelebt. Dennoch wünschen wir uns für sie ein ruhiges Zuhause, in dem sie als Einzelkatze endlich die Aufmerksamkeit und den Freiraum bekommt, den sie braucht. Nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit sollte sie unbedingt wieder Freigang genießen dürfen – denn draußen fühlt sie sich vermutlich deutlich wohler als zwischen vier Wänden. Wir glauben fest daran, dass hinter ihrer rauen Schale eine Katze steckt, die einfach Zeit braucht. Zeit, um anzukommen. Zeit, um Vertrauen zu lernen. Und Menschen, die nichts von ihr erwarten, sondern sie einfach so akzeptieren, wie sie ist. Vielleicht wird Gundel nie die Katze sein, die jeden Abend auf dem Schoß einschläft. Aber vielleicht wird sie genau die treue Begleiterin, die eines Tages still neben Ihnen sitzt und zeigt: „Ich habe mich für dich entschieden.“ Und genau dieser Moment ist oft unbezahlbar. Wer schenkt unserer besonder

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Ludwigshafen/Rheim
Shelter
Tierheim Ludwigshafen
Living with Gundel
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierheim Ludwigshafen · Ludwigshafen/RheimLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Gundel home

What you'll need for Gundel 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 Gundel

What life with Gundel looks like

Gundel is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Ludwigshafen in Ludwigshafen/Rheim.

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.

Ludwigshafen/Rheim, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gundel, answered.

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