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Herkules

European Shorthair Β· Male Β· Kitten

Hercules is still very shy around people and needs a quiet home where he can settle down peacefully. He will be happy to have outdoor time later on.

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Abgabegrund: Übereignung von MÀrz 2026 Eigenschaften/Vorlieben/VertrÀglichkeit: Herkules ist noch sehr schüchtern im Kontakt mit Menschen. Er sucht also ein ruhiges Zuhause, indem er in ruhe ankommen darf. Freigang kann ihm spÀter gerne angeboten werden.

Size
β€”
Age
Kitten
Location
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺEmden
Shelter
Tierheim Emden
Cared for by Tierheim EmdenΒ Β· EmdenLearn about European Shorthair β†’
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Herkules home

What you'll need for Herkules in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    Feliway Calming Spray

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Herkules

What life with Herkules looks like

Herkules is a puppy/kitten european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Emden in Emden.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months β€” most shelters arrange this before adoption.

πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺAdopting 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 Herkules, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Herkules?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Emden handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Herkules on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Herkules if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Tierheim Emden 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 Herkules 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Herkules isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Emden early rather than rehoming privately; they know Herkules 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 β€” 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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