How do I contact the shelter about Lene?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Lene on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Lene if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel 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 Lene 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 Lene 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 Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Lene 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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Lene

Female · Kitten · 2 months

Lene *approx. May 15, 2026: It’s hardly believable that the cheerful little kittens Lene, Fiete, and Ida were simply abandoned in the forest. When they were (fortunately) found, they were covered in fleas and had to be lovingly cared for and nursed back to health first. Today, you’d never guess what they’ve been through: Our little treasures are healthy, full of energy, and ready to conquer the big wide world! 🐾 Lene and her siblings are age-appropriate—playful, curious, and cuddly. They’re open, uninhibited, and trusting toward people! She’s especially happy when she can dash around with her siblings, play together, and then snuggle closely together and fall asleep 🥰 But two-legged companions also rank high on her list of favorites: Attention, shared games, and of course plenty of cozy cuddle sessions are an absolute must for this little explorer ❤️ All of them react calmly and curiously to children as well. A home with kids would be no problem for Lene and her siblings, and we think other animal housemates—such as dogs 🐕🐶—would also be a good fit, provided introductions are done gently and gradually. She can move in either as part of a pair with another kitten or join an existing young cat. At the

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Lene *ca. 15.05.2026: Kaum vorstellbar, dass die fröhlichen kleinen Katzenkinder Lene, Fiete und Ida einfach im Wald ausgesetzt wurden. Als sie (zum Glück) gefunden wurden, waren sie voller Flöhe und mussten erst einmal liebevoll versorgt und aufgepäppelt werden. Heute ist davon nichts mehr zu spüren: Unsere kleinen Schätze sind gesund, fidel und bereit, die große weite Welt zu erobern! 🐾 Lene und ihre Geschwisterchen sind altersgemäß verspielt, neugierig und verschmust. Menschen gegenüber sind sie offen, unbefangen und zutraulich! Besonders glücklich ist sie, wenn sie mit ihren Geschwistern durch die Gegend flitzen, mit ihnen spielen und anschließend eng aneinandergekuschelt einschlafen kann 🥰 Aber auch die Zweibeiner stehen bei ihr hoch im Kurs: Aufmerksamkeit, gemeinsame Spiele und natürlich ausgiebige Kuscheleinheiten gehören für die kleine Entdeckerin unbedingt dazu ❤️ Auch auf Kinder reagieren alle entspannt und neugierig. Ein Zuhause mit Kindern wäre für Lene und ihre Geschwisterchen kein Problem und wir denken, dass auch andere tierische Mitbewohner wie z.B. Hunde 🐕🐶 gut möglich sein sollten, sofern die Zusammenführung liebevoll und stückweise passiert. Sie kann zu zweit mit einem Kitten zusammen ausziehen oder zu einer bestehenden jungen Katze. Bei der

Size

Large

Age

Kitten · 2 months

Location

🇩🇪Schalkenbach

Shelter

Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel e.V.

Living with Lene

✓Good with kids

Cared for by Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel e.V. · Schalkenbach

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Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Lene home

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About Lene

What life with Lene looks like

Lene is a large puppy/kitten cat waiting at Katzenschutzfreunde Rhein-Ahr-Eifel e.V. in Schalkenbach.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇩🇪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.

Schalkenbach, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lene, answered.

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