How do I contact the shelter about Margarita?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Ludwigshafen handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Margarita on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Margarita if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Ludwigshafen 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 Margarita 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 Margarita 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 Ludwigshafen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Margarita 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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Margarita

European Shorthair · Female · Young · 3 years

Margarita is a European Shorthair cat, born in 2023, spayed, and an exceptionally friendly and people-oriented feline. She was found with her two kittens and has lovingly cared for her offspring. Now it's time for Margarita to be the center of attention and find a beautiful forever home. Margarita is open, friendly, affectionate, and easy to handle with people. Children are welcome to be part of her future family, as long as they know how to respect cats. We wish for Margarita a spacious apartment with a secure balcony or an appropriate home with outdoor access. There is a special note about Margarita: she is FIV-positive, while the FeLV test was negative. FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is a viral infection in cats that can affect the immune system. However, FIV-positive cats can still lead a good and fulfilling life for many years. Regular veterinary check-ups, good care, and a stress-free home are crucial. We will provide interested people with detailed information about the disease and what it means for Margarita in everyday life. Additionally, Margarita has limited vision in her left eye, about 50%. She copes well with this. We wish for this wonderful cat people who accept Margarita as she is and finally give her her own loving home after her time as a mother cat. ❤️ 📩 Interested in Margarita? Please contact us. We will tell you more about Margarita and of course also inform you in detail about FIV and the special needs of an FIV-positive cat. If you would like to get to know her, click on the "Request cat" button and fill out the online form completely.

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Margarita ist eine etwa 2023 geborene, kastrierte Europäisch Kurzhaar-Katze und eine ganz besonders freundliche und menschenbezogene Samtpfote. Sie wurde gemeinsam mit ihren beiden Kitten gefunden und hat sich liebevoll um ihren Nachwuchs gekümmert. Nun ist es an der Zeit, dass Margarita selbst im Mittelpunkt steht und ein schönes Für-immer-Zuhause findet. Margarita zeigt sich bei uns offen, freundlich, verschmust und unkompliziert im Umgang mit Menschen. Auch Kinder dürfen gerne zu ihren zukünftigen Lieblingsmenschen gehören, sofern diese einen respektvollen Umgang mit Katzen kennen. Für Margarita wünschen wir uns eine großzügige Wohnung mit gesichertem Balkon oder alternativ ein geeignetes Zuhause mit Freigang. Eine Besonderheit gibt es bei Margarita: Sie ist FIV-positiv, während der FeLV-Test negativ ausgefallen ist. FIV (Felines Immundefizienz-Virus) ist eine bei Katzen vorkommende Virusinfektion, die das Immunsystem beeinträchtigen kann. FIV-positive Katzen können jedoch durchaus noch viele Jahre ein gutes und erfülltes Katzenleben führen. Entscheidend sind regelmäßige tierärztliche Kontrollen, eine gute Versorgung und ein möglichst stressarmes Zuhause. Über die Erkrankung und was sie für Margarita im Alltag bedeutet, informieren wir interessierte Menschen selbstverständlich ausführlich und persönlich. Zusätzlich hat Margarita am linken Auge eine eingeschränkte Sehfähigkeit von etwa 50 %. Damit kommt sie bei uns gut zurecht. Wir wünschen uns für diese tolle Katze Menschen, die Margarita so nehmen, wie sie ist, und ihr nach ihrer Zeit als Katzenmama nun endlich ihr eigenes, liebevolles Zuhause schenken. ❤️ 📩 Interesse an Margarita? Dann meldet euch gerne bei uns. Wir erzählen euch mehr über Margarita und klären euch selbstverständlich auch ausführlich über FIV und die besonderen Bedürfnisse einer FIV-positiven Katze auf. Wenn Sie sie kennenlernen möchten, klicken Sie bitte auf den Button „Katze anfragen“ und füllen Sie das Online-Formular vollständig aus. So er

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Ludwigshafen/Rheim

Shelter

Tierheim Ludwigshafen

Living with Margarita

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✕Good with cats
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Tierheim Ludwigshafen · Ludwigshafen/Rheim Learn about European Shorthair →

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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Margarita home

What you'll need for Margarita in week one.

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About Margarita

What life with Margarita looks like

Margarita is a large young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Ludwigshafen in Ludwigshafen/Rheim.

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.

Ludwigshafen/Rheim, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Margarita, answered.

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