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Manfred

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

Hello, I am Manfred. I was born on a farm - there I could do what a real cat does: roam around, control my territory and hunt mice. I liked that. However, the other cats didn't like it at all, because I made it very clear who was in charge. So I had to leave my farm. Now I'm looking for a new place where I can just be a cat. I absolutely need outdoor access. A flat is nothing for me - four walls confine me. I want to be outdoors, guard my territory, catch mice and live my life as I know it. But you should know one thing: I'm not a cuddly cat. I don't like being petted and I don't want to be pushed into it. I'm looking for people who accept me as I am - with some distance, respect and understanding for my nature. I don't want to live with dogs, and children are also not for me. I wish for a quiet home where no one expects me to lie on their lap or constantly provide company. If you are looking for an independent cat who does his own thing, defends his territory and maybe keeps the one or other mouse from the farm away from you in return, then we might fit well together. I don't promise any cuddling - but I promise to be a real Manfred.

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Hallo, ich bin Manfred. Geboren wurde ich auf einem Bauernhof – dort konnte ich tun, was ein richtiger Kater eben tut: durch die Gegend streifen, mein Revier kontrollieren und Mäuse jagen. Das hat mir gefallen. Den anderen Katern hat das allerdings gar nicht gefallen, denn ich habe ihnen ziemlich deutlich gezeigt, wer das Sagen hat. Irgendwann musste ich deshalb meinen Hof verlassen. Jetzt suche ich einen neuen Platz, an dem ich einfach Kater sein darf. Ich brauche unbedingt Freigang. Eine Wohnung ist nichts für mich – vier Wände engen mich ein. Ich möchte draußen unterwegs sein, mein Revier bewachen, Mäuse fangen und mein Leben so leben, wie ich es kenne. Eines solltet ihr aber wissen: Ich bin kein Schmusekater. Streicheln finde ich nicht gut und ich möchte auch nicht dazu gedrängt werden. Ich suche Menschen, die mich so akzeptieren, wie ich bin – mit etwas Abstand, Respekt und Verständnis für meine Art. Mit Hunden möchte ich nicht zusammenleben, und Kinder sind ebenfalls nichts für mich. Ich wünsche mir ein ruhiges Zuhause, in dem niemand erwartet, dass ich auf dem Schoß liege oder ständig Gesellschaft leiste. Wenn ihr einen unabhängigen Kater sucht, der sein eigenes Ding macht, sein Revier verteidigt und euch vielleicht als Gegenleistung das eine oder andere Mäuschen vom Hof fernhält, dann könnten wir gut zusammenpassen. Ich verspreche keine Kuscheleinheiten – aber ich verspreche, ein echter Manfred zu sein.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇦🇹Wolfsberg
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg
Living with Manfred
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg · WolfsbergLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Manfred home

What you'll need for Manfred in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Manfred

What life with Manfred looks like

Manfred is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg in Wolfsberg.

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 Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

Wolfsberg, Austria browse more cats in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Manfred, answered.

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