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Male · Young · 3 years

Linux Tier-ID: 1116 At the animal shelter since 02.04.2026 (Current Interested Parties: 0) Linux arrived with a tattoo that unfortunately was no longer readable. Despite posting about him on our homepage, his previous owners have not contacted us, leaving his background in the dark. He shows himself at the shelter as a calm and attentive companion who first observes his surroundings and builds trust at his own pace. For Linux, we hope for a home after the adjustment period where he can have the possibility of being let out, so he can explore the outside world again. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Linux Tier-ID: 1116 Im Tierheim seit 02.04.2026 (Aktuelle Interessenten: 0) Linux kam mit einem Tattoo zu uns, das leider nicht mehr leserlich war. Trotz Veröffentlichung auf unserer Homepage haben sich seine früheren Besitzer bislang nicht gemeldet, sodass seine Vorgeschichte im Dunkeln liegt. Er zeigt sich im Tierheim als ruhiger und aufmerksamer Begleiter, der seine Umgebung zunächst beobachtet und in seinem eigenen Tempo Vertrauen fasst. Für Linux wünschen wir uns nach der Eingewöhnungszeit ein Zuhause mit der Möglichkeit zum Freigang, damit er die Welt draußen wieder erkunden kann. Zurück

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Lippstadt und Umgebung e.V.
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Lippstadt und Umgebung e.V. · Germany

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Linux home

What you'll need for Linux 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 Linux

What life with Linux looks like

Linux is a young adult cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Lippstadt und Umgebung 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 Linux, answered.

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