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Marla

British Shorthair · Female · Senior · 14 years

I am Marla, a sweet and loving cat who desperately needs a permanent foster home. My current caregivers want more intensive care for me, which is difficult to provide in a shelter environment. What can I say about myself? I am a very affectionate cat who enjoys human company and being petted. However, I have neurological problems that affect my balance, causing me to wobble when walking and making it difficult for me to jump onto elevated surfaces. My vision is also impaired, but I can still sense light and darkness and notice movement in my field of vision. This is why I sometimes miss the litter box and have accidents. Please don't mind, it's not intentional. Ideally, you should have a handicap-friendly area for me or be able to make some adjustments to your home if necessary. Other than that, I adapt quite well. You can see that I still enjoy life and would love to spend my golden years in a real home. Make an appointment to meet me, and I'm sure I'll quickly snuggle into your heart! If you have any questions about me or my situation, feel free to contact my caregivers. Your sweet Marla

DE·Show original

Hallo, ich bin die liebe Marla! Ich suche ganz dringend eine Dauerpflegestelle, weil sich meine Pfleger eine intensivere Betreuung für mich wünschen - hier im Tierheimalltag ist das eher schwierig umzusetzen. Was kann ich zu mir sagen? Ich bin eine zuckersüße und total liebe Katze, die die Gesellschaft von Menschen sehr genießt und gerne gestreichelt wird. Allerdings habe ich neurologische Probleme und dadurch Schwierigkeiten mit meinem Gleichgewichtssinn. Deshalb schwanke ich beim Gehen etwas und habe Probleme auf erhöhte Positionen zu springen. Sehen kann ich auch nicht mehr so gut, ich nehme aber noch Licht und Dunkelheit war und merke, wenn sich in meinem Sichtfeld etwas bewegt. Aus diesem Grund treffe ich beim Kot absetzen auch nicht immer perfekt ins Klo, manchmal geht auch ein bisschen was über den Rand. Das müsst ihr mir nachsehen, ich mache das schließlich nicht extra... Am schönsten wäre es deshalb, wenn ihr einen möglichst Handicap-Gerechten Bereich für mich hättet oder eure Wohnung ein bisschen umgestalten könntet, falls das für mich notwendig ist. Bis auf meine "Baustellen" komme ich aber ganz gut klar. Man merkt, dass ich noch Freude am Leben habe und gerne noch meinen Lebensabend in einem richtigen Zuhause genießen möchte. Macht gerne mal einen Termin aus und lernt mich kennen, ich wette ich kuschel mich ganz schnell in euer Herz! Falls ihr noch Fragen zu mir oder meiner Situation habt, könnt ihr euch natürlich gerne an meine Pfleger wenden. Eure süße Marla

Size
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇩🇪Remagen
Shelter
Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen.
Cared for by Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. · RemagenLearn about British Shorthair

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Marla home

What you'll need for Marla 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 Marla

What life with Marla looks like

Marla is a senior british shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. in Remagen.

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 Marla, answered.

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