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Luke

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 1 year

Luke is a shy but curious tomcat who carefully observes his surroundings. While people may not yet fully trust him, he shows interest in what is happening around him and dares to make cautious glances and approaches. To earn his trust, time, patience, and understanding are needed most. Cuddles currently finds Luke a bit scary, but with the right people and without pressure, he will likely take further steps forward. For Luke, we wish for a home with free roam and a second cat by his side, who provides him with security and helps him settle in. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Luke ist ein scheuer, aber neugieriger Kater, der seine Umgebung aufmerksam beobachtet. Auch wenn Menschen ihm noch nicht ganz geheuer sind, interessiert er sich für das, was um ihn herum passiert, und wagt immer wieder vorsichtige Blicke und Annäherungen. Um sein Vertrauen zu gewinnen, braucht es vor allem Zeit, Geduld und Verständnis. Streicheleinheiten findet Luke aktuell noch gruselig, doch mit den richtigen Menschen und ohne Druck wird er sicher weitere Schritte nach vorne machen. Für Luke wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause mit Freigang und einer zweiten Katze an seiner Seite, die ihm Sicherheit gibt und ihm hilft, sich einzuleben.

Size
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Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Kreistierheim Böblingen
Living with Luke
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by Kreistierheim Böblingen · GermanyLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Luke home

What you'll need for Luke 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 Luke

What life with Luke looks like

Luke is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Kreistierheim Böblingen 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.

Germany, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Luke, answered.

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