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Lena

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 5 years

Lena came to us at the animal shelter as a found animal. Until now, she has had to fend for herself on the street, so she is understandably fearful of humans. With us, however, she does not lash out when approached; instead, she tends to try to avoid contact. Lena needs people who have experience with cats, and she absolutely needs outdoor access. Depending on the animal and its size, the monthly costs come to between 30 and 120 euros, plus bowls, beds, leashes, or a scratching post. Vaccinations, deworming, and preventive care are predictable expenses. Surgery or dental treatment is not part of that. For dogs, dog tax and liability insurance are added. Both are mandatory and both are manageable, but they should be factored into your budget. Write us an email or call us at . We look forward to hearing from you.

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Lena kam als Fundtier zu uns ins Tierheim. Lena hat sich bisher alleine auf der Straße durchs Leben geschlagen. Entsprechend ängstlich zeigt sie sich gegenüber uns Menschen. Bei uns geht sie jedoch nicht auf Angriff, wenn man sich ihr nähert, sondern versucht eher, dem Kontakt auszuweichen. Lena braucht katzenerfahrene Menschen und unbedingt Freigang. Je nach Tier und Größe kommen monatlich zwischen 30 und 120 Euro zusammen — dazu Näpfe, Körbchen, Leinen oder ein Kratzbaum. Impfungen, Wurmkuren und Prophylaxe sind planbar. Eine Operation oder eine Zahnbehandlung ist es nicht. Für Hunde kommen Hundesteuer und Haftpflichtversicherung dazu. Beides ist Pflicht, beides ist überschaubar — aber es sollte eingeplant sein. Schreib uns eine E-Mail an oder ruf uns an unter . Wir freuen uns, von dir zu hören.

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Wipperfürth
Shelter
Tierheim Wipperfürth
Living with Lena
  • ✓Spayed
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Lena home

What you'll need for Lena 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 Lena

What life with Lena looks like

Lena is an adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Wipperfürth in Wipperfürth.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Wipperfürth, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lena, answered.

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