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Maria

European Shorthair · Unknown · Senior · 12 years

Maria came to our shelter as a found animal. She had dental problems that made eating difficult for her. After a dental treatment and some recovery, she quickly got better. She is now vaccinated and dewormed. The older female cat is just lovable. She loves to cuddle, lounge around, and always seems relaxed. She gets along well with other cats, but doesn't have a special bond with a fellow cat. She enjoys human company and petting every time. We are looking for a new home for Maria with secure outdoor access. Her future humans should be relaxed and share her laid-back nature. Existing calm cats and children are no problem for Maria.

DE·Show original

Maria kam als Fundtier zu uns ins Tierheim. Sie hatte Zahnprobleme, die ihr beim Fressen Schwierigkeiten bereiteten. Nach einer Zahnsanierung und etwas Aufbau ging es ihr schnell besser. Mittlerweile ist sie geimpft und entwurmt. Die ältere Katzendame ist einfach liebenswert. Sie liebt es zu kuscheln, zu faulenzen und wirkt dabei immer entspannt. Mit anderen Katzen verträgt sie sich gut, hat aber keine besondere Bindung zu einem Artgenossen. Menschliche Gesellschaft und Streicheleinheiten freuen sie jedes Mal aufs Neue. Wir suchen für Maria ein neues Zuhause mit gesichertem Freigang. Ihre zukünftigen Menschen sollten entspannt sein und ihre Gemütlichkeit mit ihr teilen. Vorhandene ruhige Katzen und Kinder sind für Maria kein Problem.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn
Living with Maria
  • Vaccinated
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn · GermanyLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Maria home

What you'll need for Maria 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 Maria

What life with Maria looks like

Maria is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Quellenhof Passbrunn in Germany.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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 Maria, answered.

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