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Adopt Magitta

European Shorthair · Unknown · Adult · 5 years

Magitta arrived at our animal shelter in early March with 15 other cats from poor husbandry conditions. Many of her former roommates have already found new homes—only Magitta still eagerly awaits her people. At first, Magitta was rather cautious and reserved. But here, she has developed into a real little snuggle cat. As soon as you crouch down, she comes curiously over, demands cuddles, and thanks you with loud purring. Currently, Magitta lives with three other cats. She seeks the company of friendly and cuddly fellow animals. However, she tends to retreat when faced with very confident cats who like to "take charge." For Magitta, we wish to find a loving home where she can continue to build trust. We can present her as both a free-roaming single or second cat, as well as a suitable apartment dweller with a compatible partner. This cat is to be kept indoors only.

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Magitta kam Anfang März gemeinsam mit 15 weiteren Katzen aus schlechter Haltung zu uns ins Tierheim. Viele ihrer ehemaligen Mitbewohner durften inzwischen bereits in ein neues Zuhause ziehen – nur Magitta wartet noch sehnsüchtig auf ihre Menschen. Anfangs zeigte sich Magitta eher vorsichtig und zurückhaltend. Doch bei uns hat sie sich zu einer echten kleinen Schmusemaus entwickelt. Kaum geht man in die Hocke, kommt sie neugierig dazu, fordert Streicheleinheiten ein und bedankt sich mit lautem Schnurren. Aktuell lebt Magitta weiterhin mit drei anderen Katzen zusammen. Sie sucht die Nähe zu freundlichen und verschmusten Artgenossen. Bei sehr selbstbewussten Katzen, die gerne „den Ton angeben“, zieht sie sich jedoch eher zurück. Für Magitta wünschen wir uns ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie weiter Vertrauen fassen darf. Wir können sie uns sowohl im Freigang als Einzel- oder Zweitkatze vorstellen, als auch in reiner Wohnungshaltung mit passendem Partnertier.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Magitta
  • Neutered
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Bringing Magitta home

What you'll need for Magitta 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
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    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 Magitta

What life with Magitta looks like

Magitta is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Magitta, answered.

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