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Kuddel

Male · Adult · 6 years

Kuddel is a great guy, a real buddy. He's affectionate, cuddly, and a great conversationalist, really a dream cat. But it wasn't always like that. When he arrived at the shelter, he was completely distraught and initially attacked everything and everyone. We don't know what he experienced and what happened to him, but he had to slowly build trust. He has really developed well, but sometimes a little bit of what traumatized him still comes through. Therefore, he is looking for people who won't mind a little hit in case of doubt. This happens very rarely, though. Children in his new home should be older. Kuddel comes with a lot of fur, a lot of fur, so he would need some support to keep it fluffy. But he is mostly very cooperative with grooming and lets it (almost) always go well. And now comes Kuddel's biggest problem. He has FiV, also known as cat aids. Currently, he is doing well and apart from occasional mild gingivitis, he is fit. With FIV, he can also lead a long, beautiful life. A few points must be absolutely observed, for example, he has a poorly trained immune system, as the virus causes an immune deficiency, so he can fight secondary infections worse. So a quiet, stress-free environment, high-quality nutrition and quick reaction from the owner are important if he shows signs of illness, then veterinary advice should be sought as soon as possible. Kuddel is also very social with his own kind. He will never be placed in a single cat in the apartment, a friendly companion would be absolutely necessary, as well as a secured balcony or a secured outdoor enclosure, because Kuddel knows the freedom and loves to lounge around in the outdoor enclosure in wind and weather. Due to our current personnel situation, a response to inquiries may currently take a little longer. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Kuddel ist ein klasse Kerl, so ein richtiger Kumpeltyp. Er ist anhänglich, schmusig und ein klasse Gesprächspartner und wirklich ein Traumkater. Das war aber nicht immer so. Bei seiner Ankunft im Tierheim war er völlig verstört und hat zunächst erstmal alles und jeden angegriffen. Wir wissen nicht, was er erlebt hat und was im wiederfahren ist, aber er musste erstmal langsam Vertrauen aufbauen. Inzwischen hat er sich wirklich toll entwickelt, aber ab und zu kommt doch noch mal ein wenig durch, was auch immer ihn so traumatisiert hat. Daher sucht er Menschen, die ihm im Zweifelsfall einen kleinen Hieb nicht übelnehmen, Das passiert tatsächlich aber nur noch selten. Kinder in seinem neuen Zuhause sollten aber schon älter sein. Kuddel kommt übrigens mit viel Fell, sehr viel Fell, da bräuchte er dann auch etwas Unterstützung, damit es so schön fluffig bleibt. Aber er ist bei der Fellpflege überwiegend sehr kooperativ und lässt es (fast) immer super mit sich machen. Und jetzt kommt Kuddels größtes Problem. Er hat FiV, auch bekannt als Katzen-aids Aktuell geht es ihm gut und bis auf ab und an leichte Gingivitis ist er fit. Mit FIV kann er auch durchaus ein langes, schönes Leben führen. Ein paar Punkte muss man absolut beachten, so hat er z.B. ein schlecht ausgebildetes Immunsystem, da der Virus eine Immunschwäche verursacht, dadurch kann er Sekundärinfektionen schlechter bekämpfen. Wichtig ist für Kuddel also ein ruhiges, stressfreies Umfeld, hochwertige Ernährung und schnelle Reaktion von Seiten des Halters, wenn er Krankheitsanzeichen zeigt, da sollte dann möglichst Zeitnah Tierärztlicher Rat eingeholt werden. Kuddel ist auch innerartlich sehr sozial. Er wird auf keinen Fall als Einzelkatze in die Wohnungshaltung vermittelt. Ein freundliches Partnertier wäre dann zwingend erforderlich, ebenso ein gesicherter Balkon, oder ein gesichertes Außengehege, denn Kuddel kennt Freigang und liebt es bei Wind und Wetter im Außengehege herumzulümmeln. Aufgrund unserer aktuellen personellen Situation, kann eine Rückmeldung auf Anfragen derzeit etwas länger dauern Wir bitten vielmals um Entschuldigung.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Elmshorn
Shelter
Tierheim Elmshorn
Living with Kuddel
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Elmshorn · Elmshorn

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Kuddel home

What you'll need for Kuddel 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 Kuddel

What life with Kuddel looks like

Kuddel is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Elmshorn in Elmshorn.

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 Kuddel, answered.

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