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Herr Stella

Male

Herr Stella is a very friendly cat who finds the shelter environment too stressful and noisy. He hides during the day, which is why we couldn't take any nice photos of him. However, if you spend a lot of time with him, he will come out of his shell and build trust quickly. Herr Stella gets along with the other cats in the room, unless they are very dominant.He is looking for a home with indoor living, a balcony, or outdoor access in a quiet location.He would be happy to join a confident first-time cat owner or a cat that shows him how beautiful life can be. He needs a quiet home where he can settle in peace and have time to build trust.If you are interested in adopting Herr Stella, please send us a detailed email.

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Prinzipiell ist Herr Stella ein sehr freundlicher Kater, dem das Leben im Tierheim jedoch zu stressig und zu laut ist. Er zeigt sich tagsüber nicht im Zimmer und versteckt sich, weshalb wir leider auch keine schönere Fotos machen konnten. Wenn man sich aber viel Zeit für ihn nimmt, kommt er aus seinem Schneckenhaus und baut recht schnell Vertrauen auf. Herr Stella hat kein Problem mit den anderen Katzen im Zimmer, es sei denn, sie sind sehr dominant.Er sucht ein Zuhause in Wohnungshaltung mit Balkon oder Freigang in ruhiger Lage.Gerne zu einem souveränen Erstkater oder zu einer Katze, die ihm zeigt, wie schön das Leben ist. Er braucht ein ruhiges Zuhause, in dem er in Ruhe ankommen darf und in dem er die Zeit bekommt, Vertrauen aufzubauen.Wenn Sie sich für die Adoption von Herrn Stella interessieren, schreiben Sie uns gerne eine ausführliche E-Mail.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Bergheim
Shelter
Tierheim Bergheim
Cared for by Tierheim Bergheim · Bergheim

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Herr Stella home

What you'll need for Herr Stella 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 Herr Stella

What life with Herr Stella looks like

Herr Stella is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Bergheim in Bergheim.

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 Herr Stella, answered.

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