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European Shorthair · Unknown

Our Johanna came to us as a stray cat and has been very shy and reserved since the first day. In a group with other cats, she mostly withdraws and prefers to stay in her safe hiding place even during feeding. So far, attempts to approach her have not been very successful - but we know: trust takes time, and we want to give her that. We wish for Johanna a quiet, patient home that accepts her character as it is. People who are willing to take the slow way with her and do not expect quick progress. With understanding, calmness and a lot of time, Johanna can learn to trust and gradually become comfortable.

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Unsere Johanna kam als Fundkatze zu uns und zeigt sich seit dem ersten Tag sehr scheu und zurückhaltend. In der Gruppe mit anderen Katzen zieht sie sich überwiegend zurück und bleibt auch beim Füttern lieber in ihrem sicheren Versteck. Bisherige Annäherungsversuche verlaufen noch ohne großen Erfolg – doch wir wissen: Vertrauen braucht Zeit, und die möchten wir ihr geben. Für Johanna wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges, geduldiges Zuhause, das ihren Charakter so annimmt, wie er ist. Menschen, die bereit sind, den langsamen Weg mit ihr zu gehen und keine Erwartungen an schnelle Fortschritte haben. Mit Verständnis, Ruhe und ganz viel Zeit kann Johanna lernen, Vertrauen zu fassen und Schritt für Schritt anzukommen.

Size
Large
Age
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Johanna
  • Neutered
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Bringing Johanna home

What you'll need for Johanna 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 Johanna

What life with Johanna looks like

Johanna is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Johanna, answered.

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