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Kleiner Kerl

Male · Adult · 6 years

Bo, a curious and social little guy, is currently in foster care, learning about everyday life and becoming more confident. He is approximately 30 cm tall and has a past that he carries with him. At the same time, he is an incredibly curious little fellow who really wants to know what his humans are up to. He is pleasant and uncomplicated in everyday life. He is house-trained, gets along with all dogs, and likes children. He settles down wonderfully in the house and can sleep relaxed, but he also has his funny moments and loves to play. He also gets along well with being alone. He finds humans fascinating. He observes a lot, is curious, and seeks closeness and contact, just in his own way. He wants to be there and be a part of what's happening, but he still keeps the option open to take a step back. So far, he cannot be touched, as it is still unfamiliar and uncomfortable for him. Therefore, he cannot be walked on a leash yet and does not know about normal walks. We are looking for people who do not push him and do not have a schedule for when he has to be touched or walk on a leash. He should be allowed to discover for himself that closeness to humans can be something beautiful. His curiosity is already a pretty good prerequisite for this. A securely fenced garden is currently a requirement for his future home. A confident existing dog would also be very nice. He is very social with his own kind and they can give him additional security and orientation. He also has a physical peculiarity. In his past, he had a fracture in his hind leg, which has already healed. This gives him a noticeable gait and he will probably walk "differently" permanently. His joie de vivre does not take that away from him. He plays, moves, and just does his thing. We are looking for people who do not necessarily expect a finished dog who will start the first big walk the next day. Instead, they will get a small, curious, and social fellow who already shows that he wants to be close. He just can't take the last step yet. And maybe that's exactly the most beautiful moment: when his curious "I'd love to be with you, but please don't touch" becomes a voluntary physical contact for the first time. ❤️ Bo is SHPPiL4 vaccinated with an EU pet passport, chipped, treated for parasites, neutered, and has a Mediterranean test.

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Der hübsche kleine Bo lebt aktuell auf Pflegestelle und darf den Alltag kennen lernen und langsam sichere werden. Sie berichtet folgendes über ihn: Aufenthalt: 23845 Itzstedt Unser kleiner Bo ist gerade einmal ca. 30 cm groß und bringt ein Päckchen aus seiner Vergangenheit mit. Gleichzeitig steckt in ihm ein unglaublich neugieriger kleiner Kerl, der eigentlich sehr gern wissen möchte, was seine Menschen so treiben. Er zeigt sich im Alltag angenehm unkompliziert. Er ist stubenrein, mit allen Hunden verträglich und mag Kinder. Im Haus kommt er wunderbar zur Ruhe und kann entspannt schlafen, hat aber genauso seine lustigen Momente und spielt sehr gern. Auch das Alleinbleiben klappt bereits gut. Menschen findet er spannend. Er beobachtet viel, ist neugierig und sucht durchaus die Nähe und den Kontakt, nur eben auf seine ganz eigene Art. Er möchte dabei sein und mitbekommen, was passiert, hält sich aber momentan noch die Möglichkeit offen, Abstand zu nehmen. Denn anfassen lassen kann er sich bisher noch nicht. Berührungen sind ihm noch unheimlich und er weicht ihnen aus. Entsprechend kann er aktuell auch noch nicht angeleint werden und kennt keine normalen Spaziergänge. Wir suchen deshalb Menschen, die ihn nicht bedrängen und keinen Zeitplan dafür haben, wann er sich anfassen lassen oder an der Leine laufen „muss“. Er soll selbst herausfinden dürfen, dass Nähe zu Menschen etwas Schönes sein kann. Seine Neugier ist dafür schon einmal eine ziemlich gute Voraussetzung. Ein sicher eingezäunter Garten ist für sein zukünftiges Zuhause momentan Voraussetzung. Ein souveräner vorhandener Hund wäre ebenfalls sehr schön. Mit Artgenossen ist er ausgesprochen sozial und sie können ihm zusätzliche Sicherheit und Orientierung geben. Auch körperlich bringt der kleine Mann eine Besonderheit mit. In seiner Vergangenheit hatte er einen Bruch am Hinterbein, der bereits zusammengewachsen ist. Dadurch hat er ein auffälliges Gangbild und wird vermutlich dauerhaft etwas „anders“ laufen. Seine Lebensfreude nimmt ihm das nicht. Er spielt, bewegt sich und macht einfach sein Ding. Wir suchen für ihn Menschen, die nicht unbedingt einen fertigen Hund erwarten, mit dem am nächsten Tag die erste große Gassirunde startet. Dafür bekommen sie einen kleinen, neugierigen und sozialen Kerl, der schon jetzt zeigt, dass er Kontakt möchte. Nur den letzten Schritt kann er noch nicht gehen. Und vielleicht ist genau das irgendwann der schönste Moment: Wenn aus seinem neugierigen „Ich wäre ja schon gern bei dir, aber bitte nicht anfassen“ zum ersten Mal ein freiwilliger Körperkontakt wird. ❤️ Bo ist SHPPiL4 geimpft mit EU-Heimtierausweis, gechipt, gegen Parasiten behandelt, kastriert, hat einen Mittelmeertest

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierfreunde im Fläming e.V.
Living with Kleiner Kerl
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierfreunde im Fläming e.V. · Germany

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Kleiner Kerl home

What you'll need for Kleiner Kerl in week one.

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    Feliway Calming Spray

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    €18–25
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About Kleiner Kerl

What life with Kleiner Kerl looks like

Kleiner Kerl is a large adult cat waiting at Tierfreunde im Fläming e.V. 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 Kleiner Kerl, answered.

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