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Hugo

Male · Adult · 5 years

- friendly and cuddly - playful and lively - house-trained - will not be rehomed to small children Hugo came to us as a found animal at our shelter. As nobody seems to miss the little guy, we are now searching for a loving home for him. Here, we experience Hugo as a friendly, playful four-legged friend who loves to dart through the apartment and explore his surroundings. He is also a real cuddle cat, enjoying the company of his trusted people and seeking out cuddles. He gets along well with other cats, so a household already containing a tomcat is no problem. Due to Hugo's sometimes stormy nature, however, he will not be rehomed to a household with small children. A fenced outdoor area is a must for the little guy, preferably in a quiet environment.

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- freundlich und verschmust - verspielt und lebhaft - stubenrein - wird nicht zu kleinen Kindern vermittelt Hugo kam als Fundtier zu uns ins Tierheim. Da niemand den kleinen Kerl zu vermissen scheint, suchen wir nun ein liebevolles Zuhause für ihn. Hier erleben wir Hugo als freundlichen, verspielten Vierbeiner, der es liebt, durch die Wohnung zu flitzen und seine Umgebung zu erkunden. Auch ist Hugo ein echter Schmusekater, der die Nähe zu seinen Bezugspersonen genießt und sich gerne Streicheleinheiten abholt. Auch mit anderen Katzen versteht Hugo sich gut, weshalb ein in bereits in der Familie lebender Kater kein Problem darstellt. Aufgrund Hugos teils stürmischer Art wird er jedoch nicht in ein Zuhause mit Kleinkindern vermittelt. Hugo ist zwar ein sehr lebendiger Kater, zeigt jedoch schon an seinem Gangbild eine Veränderung und nach Untersuchungen stellte sich heraus, dass Hugo eine Veränderung seiner Hüfte Probleme hat, auf die sich die neuen Fellkrauler einstellen müssen.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Hugo
  • House-trained
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Hamburg · Hamburg

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Hugo home

What you'll need for Hugo 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 Hugo

What life with Hugo looks like

Hugo is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Hamburg in Hamburg.

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 Hugo, answered.

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