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Igor

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

We had already introduced Igor in 2024 as an emergency case, after barely surviving a serious car accident. Now it's time to find him a lovely home with kind people. At first—still under the effects of the accident—Igor didn't want much to do with people. Perhaps he had already had bad experiences with people before his accident. And the fact that he also went blind in his previously intact left eye due to the accident greatly unsettled the poor fellow. But over time, our partner Loredana managed to make Igor into a cuddly cat with great patience. If you approach him carefully, hold out a hand for him to sniff, he will win your trust and even demand cuddles. And as you can see, Igor has also grown into a really handsome tomcat with a dense, longer coat and a bushy tail. If you would like to take Igor into your family, we look forward to your message. He will only be placed in a home suitable for apartment living with a cat-safe netted balcony or secured terrace.

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Wir hatten Igor schon 2024 vorgestellt - als Notfellchen, nachdem er einen schweren Autounfall nur knapp überlebt hatte. Und nun ist es an der Zeit, für ihn ein schönes Zuhause bei lieben Menschen zu finden.Anfangs - noch unter dem Einfluss der Unfallfolgen - wollte Igor nicht viel mit Menschen zu tun haben. Vielleicht hatte er auch schon vor seinem Unfall ungute Erfahrungen mit Menschen gemacht. Und dass er durch den Unfall auf dem zuvor noch intakten linken Auge auch noch erblindet war, verunsicherte den armen Kerl sehr.Aber im Laufe der Zeit hat unsere Partnerin Loredana es mit viel Geduld geschafft, aus Igor einen Schmusekater zu machen. Wenn man sich ihm vorsichtig nähert, ihm ruhig eine Hand hinhält, die er dann beschnuppern kann, gewinnt man sein Vertrauen und er fordert Streicheleinheiten regelrecht ein. Und wie man sehen kann, ist Igor zudem ein richtig hübscher Kater mit dichtem, längeren Fell und buschigem Schweif geworden. Wenn Sie Igor in Ihre Familie aufnehmen möchten, freuen wir uns über Ihre Nachricht. Er wird nur in Wohnungshaltung mit vernetztem Balkon bzw. gesicherter Terrasse vergeben. Ihr Ansprechpartner für diese

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
ProTier e.V.
Living with Igor
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
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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
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    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 european shorthair cat waiting at ProTier 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. ProTier 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 — ProTier 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 ProTier 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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