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Loona

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 9 years

This lovely cat lady was surrendered because her owner was desperate. Loona had developed a habit of playing ever more wildly with her tail, which escalated to the point where she bit her tail until it bled. All attempts at the vet to treat and bandage the tail failed, and so Loona was brought to us in desperation, because the owner could not stop the bleeding in the long term. We initially tried conservative treatment for Loona and observed her behavior. It was difficult to tell whether the nine-year-old Loona was doing this because she had a "quirk" or whether she was even biting herself because of pain. Pain (for example back pain) not infrequently leads cats to bite their tails or other areas. When treatment with us also did not work and the tail became infected, part of it had to be amputated. She came through it wonderfully, and afterwards we put her on antidepressants – yes, those exist for cats too! Because we were sure she would feel much happier in a foster home, she was moved to one, and there she truly blossomed. After just a few weeks the medication could be discontinued and the cone collar removed, and she has lived for many months without complications. Loona loves having people around her at all times. A retired couple would therefore be ideal, or someone who works mostly from home. Of course, the sweetie can also stay alone for a few hours, but people are simply her greatest hobby! She is cuddly and demands it too – and no wonder, she is a passionate bed sleeper. Loona would actually like outdoor access, which she may be allowed in her permanent home after an adjustment period. Children should not live in the household. If you are interested in fostering, please feel free to fill out the form. If you are interested in adopting, you are welcome to note that as well. If you are interested, please contact us by email with information (place of residence, dog experience, other pets, etc.) and a phone number:

DE·Show original

Diese tolle Katzendame wurde abgegeben, weil der Besitzer verzweifelt war. Loona hatte sich angeeignet, immer wilder, mit ihrem Schwanz zu spielen, was so eskalierte, dass sie sich den Schwanz blutig biss. Jegliche Versuche beim Tierarzt, den Schwanz zu behandeln und verbinden, scheiterten, und so wurde uns Loona verzweifelt gebracht, weil der Besitzer die Blutung auf Dauer nicht stoppen konnte. Wir haben zunächst konservativ versucht, Loona zu behandeln und uns ihr Verhalten angeschaut. Es war schwer zu deuten, ob die neun Jahre alte Loona das tat, weil sie eine „Macke“ hatte oder sie sogar wegen Schmerzen zubiss. Schmerzen (zum Beispiel Rückenschmerzen) führen nicht selten dazu, dass sich Katzen in den Schwanz oder andere Bereiche beißen können. Nachdem auch bei uns die Behandlung nicht anschlug und sich der Schwanz entzündete, musste ein Teil amputiert werden. Sie hat das toll überstanden und wir setzten sie danach auf Antidepressiva – ja, das gibt es auch bei Katzen! Weil wir sicher waren, dass sie sich auf einer Pflegestelle viel wohler fühlt, ist sie auf eine solche umgezogen und dort wirklich aufgeblüht. Bereits nach einigen Wochen konnte das Medikament abgesetzt und der Halskragen abgenommen werden und sie hat viele Monate ohne Komplikationen gelebt. Am liebsten hat Loona dauernd Menschen um sich herum. Ein Rentnerehepaar wäre daher ideal oder auch jemand mit viiieeel mobilem Arbeiten. Natürlich kann die Süße auch ein paar Stunden alleine bleiben, aber Menschen sind einfach ihr größtes Hobby! Sie ist verschmust und fordert es auch ein – und welch Wunder, sie ist ein leidenschaftliche Bettschläferin. Loona möchte eigentlich Freigang, den sie in ihrem endgültigen zu Hause nach Eingewöhnung bekommen darf.Kinder sollten nicht im Haushalt leben. Bei Interesse für eine Pflegestelle füllen Sie gerne das Formular aus. Bei Interesse an einer Übernahme schreiben Sie das gerne noch dazu. Bei Interesse meldet euch bitte mit Infos (Wohnort, Hundeerfahrung, andere Haustiere usw.) und einer Telefonnummer per Mail:

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Hürth
Shelter
Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein
Living with Loona
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein · HürthLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Loona home

What you'll need for Loona 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 Loona

What life with Loona looks like

Loona is an adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein in Hürth.

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.

Hürth, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Loona, answered.

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