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Igor

Male · Young · 2 years

Igor Breed: EKH Sex: Male Born: approximately February 2024 Behavior towards dogs: unknown Compatible with children: with limitations Compatible with cats: yes Igor and his siblings were still babies when they were thrown away like trash. Fortunately, someone found the helpless creatures and brought them to Animaleas. They were bottle-fed, and all of them were able to move into their own families soon after... except Igor. He was left behind. At first, he was very affectionate. Over time, however, he withdrew more and more, and now he only lets himself be touched rarely. The unrest in the refuge, the limited time that Animaleas has available to cuddle with the cats, the sounds, smells - all of this overwhelms the young cat. His fear of the world is growing, and he only hides. He no longer even lets himself be photographed. Igor urgently needs a quiet home with patient people who give him time and do not pressure him. Even fixed structures, regular daily routines contribute to Igor's relaxation and overcoming his fears. This development can take weeks, even months, but we are convinced that Igor still has the affectionate, loving kitten inside him that he once was. An already existing relaxed, self-confident cat, to which he can orient himself, will certainly help him to find his way in the new situation. He would probably get along with small, quiet dogs. Children should definitely be older and understand that Igor needs time and space. Do you want to give Igor a home? Maybe you already have experience with shy cats, and are willing to invest a lot of time and patience? How nice! Check out our homepage right away and fill out the self-assessment. We will then contact you. And another general request to all people who have cats: Please have your cats spayed! Street cats usually come from the uncontrolled mating of unspayed outdoor cats. Nobody wants to take care of the kittens, and they rarely survive longer than half a year on the street. Cars, diseases, parasites and cruel people are deadly for these poor souls. Help prevent cat suffering by having your cats spayed! Thank you!

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Igor Rasse: EKH Geschlecht: männlich Geboren ca. Februar 2024 Verhalten gegenüber Hunden: nicht bekannt Verträglich mit Kindern: mit Einschränkungen Verträglich mit Katzen: ja Igor und seine Geschwister waren noch Babys, als sie wie Müll weggeworfen wurden. Zum Glück fand jemand die hilflosen Wesen und brachte sie zu den Animaleas. Sie wurden mit der Flasche aufgezogen, und alle konnten bald darauf in eigene Familien ziehen … außer Igor. Er blieb übrig. Anfangs war er sehr zutraulich. Mit der Zeit zog er sich jedoch mehr und mehr zurück, und jetzt lässt er sich nur noch selten anfassen. Die Unruhe im Refugio, die begrenzte Zeit, die den Animaleas für das Kuscheln mit den Katzen zur Verfügung steht, die Geräusche, Gerüche – all das überfordert den jungen Kater. Seine Angst vor der Welt wächst, und er versteckt sich nur noch. Er lässt sich nicht einmal mehr fotografieren. Igor braucht dringend ein ruhiges Zuhause mit geduldigen Menschen, die ihm Zeit geben und ihn nicht bedrängen. Auch feste Strukturen, regelmäßige Tagesabläufe tragen dazu bei, dass Igor sich entspannt und seine Ängste überwindet. Diese Entwicklung kann Wochen, sogar Monate dauern, doch wir sind überzeugt, dass in Igor immer noch das verschmuste, liebevolle Katzenkind steckt, das er einmal war. Eine bereits vorhandene entspannte, selbstsichere Katze, an der er sich orientieren kann, hilft ihm bestimmt, sich in der neuen Situation zurechtzufinden. Mit kleinen, ruhigen Hunden würde er sich wahrscheinlich arrangieren. Kinder sollten auf jeden Fall schon älter sein und verstehen, dass Igor Zeit und Raum braucht. Du möchtest Igor ein Zuhause schenken? Du hast vielleicht sogar schon Erfahrung mit scheuen Katzen, und bist bereit, viel Zeit und Geduld zu investieren? Wie schön! Schau gleich auf unserer Homepage vorbei und fülle unter die Selbstauskunft aus. Wir melden uns dann bei Dir. Und noch eine allgemeine Bitte an alle Menschen, die Katzen haben: Bitte lasst Eure Katzen kastrieren! Straßenkatzen stammen meist aus der unkontrollierten Paarung nicht kastrierter Freigängerkatzen. Um die Jungen will sich dann niemand kümmern, und sie überleben selten länger als ein halbes Jahr auf der Straße. Autos, Krankheiten, Parasiten und grausame Menschen sind tödlich für diese armen Seelen. Helft, Katzenleid zu verhindern, indem Ihr Eure Katzen kastrieren lasst! Danke!

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Notfellchen Rumänien e.V.
Living with Igor
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Notfellchen Rumänien e.V. · Germany

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Igor home

What you'll need for Igor 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 Igor

What life with Igor looks like

Igor is a young adult cat waiting at Notfellchen Rumänien e.V. in Germany.

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 Igor, answered.

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