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European Shorthair · Male · Young · 1 year

“Jose” is a very sweet, affectionate, and cuddly tomcat who first had to learn here at the animal shelter how to play with a cat wand toy, since he originally came from outdoors. Now he thoroughly enjoys play sessions and can never get enough attention. He gets along great with other cats—he doesn’t hiss or growl and happily greets every feline he meets. He loves playing with other cats, so he absolutely needs a playmate who’s up for some good-natured roughhousing. Therefore, “Jose” will only be rehomed into a home that already has a social and playful tomcat. We’re looking for a new home for him in a quiet residential area where, after his settling-in period, he can explore his surroundings as an outdoor cat.

Read original (de)

„Jose“ ist ein sehr lieber, anhänglicher und verschmuster Kater, der hier im Tierheim erst einmal lernen musste, wie man mit einer Katzenangel spielt, da er ursprünglich von draußen kommt. Jetzt genießt er Spieleinheiten in vollen Zügen und kann von Aufmerksamkeit nicht mehr genug bekommen. Er kommt super mit anderen Katzen aus, faucht oder knurrt nicht und begrüßt freudig alle Katzen. Er spielt sehr gerne mit anderen Katzen, weswegen er unbedingt einen Spielkammeraden benötigt, der auch mal richtig mit ihm raufen kann. „Jose“ wird also nur zu einem schon vorhandenen sozialen und verspielten Kater vermittelt. Wir suchen für ihn ein neues Zuhause in ruhiger Wohngegend, wo er nach seiner Eingewöhnung seine Gegend als Freigänger erkunden kann.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof
Living with Jose
  • Neutered
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Jose home

What you'll need for Jose 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 Jose

What life with Jose looks like

Jose is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof 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 Jose, answered.

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