How do I contact the shelter about Maumau?

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

Can I adopt Maumau if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. 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 Maumau 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 Maumau 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 Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Maumau 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.

← Back to results

Available

Adopt Maumau

Mixed Breed · Female · Young · 3 years

The 3-year-old European Longhair cat Maumau is an incredibly loving and social cat, with a gentle nature that quickly wins hearts. She enjoys the company of her humans, loves socialization, and brings a calm, friendly demeanor to her new home. Maumau is familiar with dogs and gets along well with them. She would especially be happy with an already existing, social cat of a similar age that she can look up to, snuggle with, play with, and share everyday life with. Like many longhair cats, Maumau also has her little quirk: brushing is unfortunately not one of her favorite activities. Therefore, she is looking for people with patience and understanding who can show her lovingly that grooming is nothing to be afraid of. For her new home, Maumau wishes for a secure balcony or a secure garden, so she can enjoy fresh air and sunshine without being exposed to dangers. Who will give this special female cat a loving home full of security, patience, and lots of cuddles? For further inquiries, please contact Mrs. Schmitz.

Read original (de)

Update 😻 Maumau ist reserviert Die 3 Jahre alte Europäisch-Langhaar-Kätzin Maumau ist eine unglaublich liebe und soziale Katze, die mit ihrem sanften Wesen schnell die Herzen erobert. Sie genießt die Nähe zu ihren Menschen, liebt Gesellschaft und bringt eine ruhige, freundliche Art mit in ihr neues Zuhause. Mit Hunden ist Maumau vertraut und kommt gut mit ihnen zurecht. Besonders glücklich wäre sie über eine bereits vorhandene, soziale Katze in einem ähnlichen Alter, an der sie sich orientieren und mit der sie kuscheln, spielen und den Alltag teilen kann. Wie viele Langhaarkatzen hat auch Maumau ihre kleine Eigenheit: Bürsten gehört leider nicht zu ihren Lieblingsbeschäftigungen. Deshalb sucht sie Menschen mit Geduld und Verständnis, die ihr liebevoll zeigen, dass Fellpflege nichts Schlimmes ist. Für ihr neues Zuhause wünscht sich Maumau einen gesicherten Balkon oder einen sicheren Garten, damit sie frische Luft und Sonnenstrahlen genießen kann, ohne Gefahren ausgesetzt zu sein. Wer schenkt dieser besonderen Katzendame ein liebevolles Zuhause voller Geborgenheit, Geduld und ganz vieler Streicheleinheiten? Bei Interesse und weiteren Fragen bitte Frau Schmitz kontaktieren.

Size

Small

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Karlsruhe

Shelter

Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V.

Living with Maumau

✓Good with dogs

Create free account to contact →

Free account — 10 contacts included

Cared for by Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. · Karlsruhe Learn about Mixed Breed →

More cats in Karlsruhe →More cats in Germany →

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Maumau home

What you'll need for Maumau in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Maumau

What life with Maumau looks like

Maumau is a small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Katzenhilfe Karlsruhe e.V. in Karlsruhe.

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.

Karlsruhe, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Maumau, answered.

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