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Kalli

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 12 years

Kalli had a rough start in life. On a chicken farm, he lived without proper care among several other cats. Even as a young tomcat, he came to a foster home with his sister Emma. When his "foster mom" passed away, the two cats had to move into the shelter. Kalli wishes for a new quiet home in a larger apartment with a balcony. Kalli is a very affectionate and mild-mannered tomcat. He loves to snuggle and enjoys basking in the sun on the balcony, and he's always happy to receive affection. An enclosed (netted) balcony is required for cat safety.

DE·Show original

Kalli hatte keinen guten Start ins Leben. Auf einem Hühnerhof lebte er ohne gute Versorgung mit mehreren anderen Katzen. Noch als junges Katerchen kam er zusammen mit seiner Schwester Emma zu einer Pflegestelle. Als seine "Pflegemama" starb, mussten die beiden Katzen ins Katzenhaus umziehen. Kalli wünscht sich ein neues ruhiges Zuhause in einer größeren Wohnung mit vernetztem Balkon. Kalli ist ein sehr lieber bescheidener Kater. Er schmust gerne, liebt es auf dem Balkon die Sonne zu genießen und freut sich über jede Zuwendung. möglich, gerne auch alleine

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V.
Cared for by Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Kalli home

What you'll need for Kalli 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 Kalli

What life with Kalli looks like

Kalli is a senior mixed breed cat waiting at Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V. in Germany.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Kalli, answered.

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