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European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 9 years

July is a 4-year-old, neutered male cat who is known for his affectionate and people-oriented personality. He is house-trained, loves children and is also suitable for seniors. His favorite treats are halibut and tuna. Unfortunately, July needs to be rehomed due to financial and allergic reasons and is now looking for a loving home where he can stay forever.

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! Der Kater lebt NICHT im Tierheim ! Bei Interesse bitte unter folgender Telefonnummer melden: July ist ein 4-jähriger, kastrierter Kater, der sich durch sein verschmustes, menschenbezogenes Wesen auszeichnet. Er ist stubenrein, kinderlieb und auch für Senioren geeignet. Seine Lieblingsleckereien sind Heilbutt und Thunfisch. Leider muss July aus finanziellen und allergischen Gründen abgegeben werden und sucht nun ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem er für immer bleiben darf.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheimverein Erfurt
Living with July
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing July home

What you'll need for July 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
    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 July

What life with July looks like

July is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheimverein Erfurt 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 July, answered.

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