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Marina

Female · Young · 2 years

Marina – particularly, lively… and on the lookout for the right people.🐾✨ 👉Important upfront: Marina is unsanitary. She uses her cat litter box for both feces and urine – but in between, she will simply urinate wherever she is at the moment. During play, while running, mid-moment. We have really looked into everything: X-rays at the vet and even a CT scan at the animal hospital.👉Result: no identifiable cause. This means: there is currently no clear diagnosis – and no quick fix. Anyone who wants to give Marina a home should be prepared to deal with that. And now, what makes Marina special!💛Marina is a cat that you simply can’t help but like. Curious, playful, super friendly – and always in the thick of things instead of just being around.😄 She loves toy mice 🎣, climbs for her life, and brings real energy. In the shelter, she goes on exploration tours – and makes it clear:👉She doesn’t need other cats. She wants to be a solo princess👑People, on the other hand, she finds really cool. She is loving, open, cuddly, and just brings good mood. 💡What we wish for Marina:• People with patience, understanding, and an open mind• A home without other cats• Older children are very welcome• Suitable for apartment living is more than enough• A cat-safe balcony would be a dream🌿 Marina brings her own unique story. And maybe exactly she is looking for someone who doesn’t search for “perfect” – but for real.

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Marina – besonders, lebensfroh… und auf der Suche nach den richtigen Menschen.🐾✨ 👉Wichtig vorab: Marina ist unsauber.Sie nutzt ihre Katzentoilette für Kot und auch für Urin – aber zwischendurch passiert es, dass sie einfach dort uriniert, wo sie gerade ist. Nach dem Spielen, beim Laufen, mitten im Moment. Wir haben wirklich alles abgeklärt:Röntgen beim Tierarzt und sogar ein CT in der Tierklinik.👉Ergebnis: keine feststellbare Ursache.Das bedeutet: Es gibt aktuell keine klare Diagnose – und auch keine schnelle Lösung. Wer Marina ein Zuhause geben möchte, sollte bereit sein, damit umzugehen. Und jetzt zu dem, was Marina ausmacht!💛Marina ist eine Katze, die man einfach mögen muss. Neugierig, verspielt, super freundlich – und immer mittendrin statt nur dabei😄 Sie liebt Spielangeln 🎣, klettert für ihr Leben gern und bringt richtig Energie mit. Im Katzenhaus geht sie gerne auf Entdeckungstour – und zeigt dabei auch klar:👉Andere Katzen braucht sie nicht. Sie möchte Einzelprinzessin sein👑Menschen dagegen findet sie richtig klasse. Sie ist lieb, offen, verschmust und sorgt einfach für gute Laune. 💡Was wir uns für Marina wünschen:• Menschen mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem offenen Blick• Ein Zuhause ohne andere Katzen• Größere Kinder sind herzlich willkommen• Wohnungshaltung ist völlig ausreichend• Ein katzensicherer Balkon wäre ein Traum🌿 Marina bringt ihre ganz eigene Geschichte mit.Und vielleicht sucht genau sie jemanden, der nicht nach „perfekt“ sucht – sondern nach echt.🐾✨

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Gelsenkirchen
Shelter
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
Living with Marina
  • Spayed
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Gelsenkirchen · Gelsenkirchen

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Marina home

What you'll need for Marina in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Marina

What life with Marina looks like

Marina is a young adult cat waiting at Tierheim Gelsenkirchen in Gelsenkirchen.

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 Marina, answered.

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