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Habicht

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 4 years

Habicht came to our animal shelter as a stray cat. From the very beginning, he showed himself to be a confident and strong-willed tomcat who knows exactly what he wants. He is very trusting, talkative, and cuddly toward people. He loves to seek out human company and thoroughly enjoys the attention he receives from his caregivers. When living with other cats, Habicht happily takes on the role of leader. Unfortunately, he tends to bother or approach his fellow felines even without any apparent reason. For this reason, we’d prefer him as an only cat who doesn’t have to share his home with other felines. We’d like Habicht to find a home with outdoor access, where he can freely expend his energy and explore his surroundings according to his own preferences. If you’re looking for a confident, communicative, and cuddly tomcat, you’ll find in Habicht a loyal companion with great personality potential.

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Habicht kam als Fundkater zu uns ins Tierheim. Von Beginn an zeigte er sich als selbstbewusster und charakterstarker Kater, der genau weiß, was er möchte. Menschen gegenüber ist er sehr zutraulich, gesprächig und verschmust. Er sucht gerne den Kontakt und genießt die Aufmerksamkeit seiner Menschen. Im Zusammenleben mit anderen Katzen übernimmt Habicht gerne das Kommando. Leider neigt er dazu, Artgenossen auch ohne ersichtlichen Anlass zu bedrängen oder anzugehen. Deshalb sehen wir ihn eher als Einzelkatze, die ihr Zuhause nicht mit anderen Katzen teilen muss. Für Habicht wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause mit Freigang, in dem er seine Energie ausleben und seine Umgebung nach seinen eigenen Vorstellungen erkunden kann. Wer einen selbstbewussten, kommunikativen und verschmusten Kater sucht, findet in Habicht einen treuen Begleiter mit großem Persönlichkeitspotenzial.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Habicht
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierheim NortheimLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Habicht home

What you'll need for Habicht 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 Habicht

What life with Habicht looks like

Habicht is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Habicht, answered.

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