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Leo

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 10 years

Leo came to us as a found animal. Upon his arrival, Gerald was diagnosed with FIV (feline AIDS). Therefore, Leo cannot be rehomed into an unsecured outdoor environment in order to protect both himself and other cats. At first, he was very reserved and didn't want any contact with us. Now, however, he has learned that cuddling is a wonderful thing and loves doing it. Nevertheless, he quickly becomes overwhelmed by sudden movements or loud noises. For this reason, he is looking for a calm home. At the shelter, he met our tomcat Gerald, who also has FIV; the two have developed a friendship and continue to grow closer every day. Both would love to find a quiet home with secure outdoor access—preferably together. You can download the form here and bring it filled out with you: Consent Form

DE·Show original

Kater mit (FiV) Katzenaids sucht ruhiges Zuhause. Leo ist als Fundtier zu uns gekommen. Nach seiner Ankunft wurde bei Gerald FIV (Katzenaids) festgestellt. Daher darf er nicht in ungesicherten Freigang vermittelt werden, um ihn selbst und andere Katzen zu schützen. Zunächst war er sehr zurückhaltend und wollte keinen Kontakt mit uns. Mittlerweile hat er gelernt das kuscheln eine tolle Sache ist und macht dies liebend gerne. Dennoch ist er bei schnellen Bewegungen oder lauten Geräuschen schnell überfordert. Daher sucht er ein ruhiges Zuhause. Im Tierheim hat er unseren Kater Gerald kennengelernt auch er hat FIV die beiden haben eine Freundschaft entwickelt und wachsen immer weiter zusammen. Beide wünschen sich ein ruhiges Zuhause mit gesichertem Freigang gerne auch zusammen. Das Formular können Sie hier herunterladen und ausgefüllt mitbringen: Einverständniserklärung

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Lueneburg
Shelter
Tierheim Lüneburg
Living with Leo
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierheim Lüneburg · LueneburgLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Leo home

What you'll need for Leo 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 Leo

What life with Leo looks like

Leo is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Lüneburg in Lueneburg.

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.

Lueneburg, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Leo, answered.

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