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Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 4 years

I am female, neutered, and born in 2021. I have been waiting since May 2022 for a new home. My caretakers say about me: Josie comes from a wild garden population that has occupied us for some time. Unfortunately, during the neutering care, it became clear that Josie will need a lot of time to get accustomed to people. So we are looking for a place in a protected environment where she can work as a mouser, live freely, and be medically attended when needed. A home where she has the space and time to build trust. We hope that a spot can be found where Herta can be happy again and where no one has too high expectations of the still young Samtpfote. Maybe the leaf will turn with time and she might start not seeing people as a threat anymore; we have already seen the most wonderful things….

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Ich bin weiblich, kastriert und 2021 geboren. Ich warte seit Mai 2022 auf ein neues Zuhause. Das sagen meine Betreuer über mich: Josie kommt aus einem wilden Gartenbestand, der uns schon einige Zeit beschäftigt. Leider zeigte sich während der Betreuung über die Kastration, das eine Gewöhnung an den Menschen für Josie viel Zeit brauchen wird und so suchen wir für sie einen Platz im geschütztem Umfeld, wo sie als Mäusefängerin einen Job hat, in Freiheit leben darf und bei Bedarf auch mal medizinisch versorgt wird. Ein Zuhause wo sie gegebenenfalls Freiraum hat und Zeit, Vertrauen zu fassen. Wir hoffen, es findet sich ein Plätzchen, wo Herta wieder glücklich sein darf und keiner zu große Erwartungen an die noch junge Samtpfote hat.Vielleicht wendet sich das blatt mit der Zeit und sie beginnt dann doch, den Menschen nicht mehr als Gefahr zu betrachten, wir haben schon die dollsten Dinger erlebt….

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Grimma
Shelter
Tierheim Schkortitz
Living with Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen

What life with Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen looks like

Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Schkortitz in Grimma.

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 Josie – Freigeist sucht geduldige Menschen, answered.

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