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Ilaria

Female · Senior · 12 years

Ilaria was given up completely matted and malnourished, and first had to be pampered with us. Since she's doing better now, the large slender cat hardly shows her age anymore. Especially when she wants something to eat, she can be extremely insistent about it. Ilaria is quite affectionate, but also has a very strong-willed side and if something doesn't suit her, she makes that clear too. She is therefore looking for a home where she can learn trust again and finally lead a relaxed life. Children or too much commotion are not needed. Although she had lived with another cat, sympathy plays a big role in her decision, which is why she would also like to move out alone.

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Ilaria wurde völlig verfloht und mangelernährt abgegeben, und musste bei uns erstmal gepäppelt werden. Seit es ihr besser geht merkt man der großen schlanken Kätzin ihr Alter kaum noch an. Vor allem wenn sie etwas zu essen möchte kann sie äußerst durchdringend darauf hinweisen. Ilaria ist durchaus verschmust, hat aber auch eine sehr charakterstarke Seite und wenn ihr etwas nicht in den Kram passt zeigt sie das auch deutlich. Sie sucht daher ein Zuhause indem sie wieder Vertrauen lernen kann und endlich ein entspanntes Leben führen. Kinder, oder zu viel Trubel braucht sie nicht. Sie hatte zwar mit einer anderen Katze gelebt, jedoch entscheidet bei ihr sehr die Sympathie, weswegen sie auch gerne alleine ausziehen kann.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Reutlingen
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Reutlingen
Living with Ilaria
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Reutlingen · Reutlingen

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Ilaria home

What you'll need for Ilaria 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 Ilaria

What life with Ilaria looks like

Ilaria is a large senior cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Reutlingen in Reutlingen.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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.

Reutlingen, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ilaria, answered.

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