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Mixed Breed · Unknown

Some cats just want a home. Queen Lucy is looking for people who understand and accept her as she is. Lucy is not a cat who jumps into anyone's arms right away. She observes first. She decides who she trusts and when closeness is allowed. Those who accept her boundaries and give her time will learn a very special side of her. Behind the little diva is a cat with personality, dignity, and a great need for security. Once Lucy has trust, she enjoys cuddles, lets herself be brushed, and shows her own way how much she loves her people. She doesn't need a turbulent home or animal roommates. She needs peace, freedom, understanding, and people who accept her as she is, not trying to change her. Lucy has already waited too long and is waiting for someone to recognize how special she actually is. Not perfect. Not uncomplicated. But real. And perhaps precisely because of that, so lovable. With a trusted person, she shows such a wonderful side. Even Madame can lie purring on the lap. With patience, respect, and understanding, Lucy blossoms and has so much to give. Who sees her and understands her?. This cat needs outdoor access.

Read original (de)

Manche Katzen suchen einfach nur ein Zuhause. Königin Lucy sucht Menschen, die sie verstehen und akzeptieren, wie sie ist. Lucy ist keine Katze, die sich jedem sofort in die Arme wirft. Sie beobachtet erst. Entscheidet selbst, wem sie vertraut und wann Nähe erlaubt ist. Wer ihre Grenzen akzeptiert und ihr Zeit gibt, lernt aber eine ganz besondere Seite von ihr kennen. Denn hinter der kleinen Diva steckt eine Katze mit Persönlichkeit, Würde und einem großen Bedürfnis nach Sicherheit. Hat Lucy einmal Vertrauen gefasst, genießt sie ihre Streicheleinheiten, lässt sich bürsten und zeigt auf ihre eigene Weise, wie gern sie ihre Menschen hat. Sie braucht kein turbulentes Zuhause und keine tierischen Mitbewohner. Sie braucht Ruhe, Freigang oder einen Balkon, Verständnis und Menschen, die sie nicht verändern wollen, sondern sie genauso annehmen, wie sie ist. Lucy sitzt schon viel zu lange und wartet darauf, dass endlich jemand erkennt, wie besonders sie eigentlich ist. Nicht perfekt. Nicht unkompliziert. Aber echt. Und vielleicht genau deshalb so liebenswert. Mit Vertrauenspersonen zeigt sie eine so, so tolle Seite. Da kann Madame sogar schnurrend auf dem Schoß liegen. Mit viel Geduld, Respekt und Verständnis blüht Lucy förmlich auf und hat so viel zu geben. Wer sieht sie und versteht sie?

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Minden
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Minden e.V.
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. · MindenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Lucy home

What you'll need for Lucy 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 Lucy

What life with Lucy looks like

Lucy is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. in Minden.

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 Lucy, answered.

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