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Max

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 9 years

I am Max... and I was seized for animal welfare reasons. Now I hope for a great new life as a cat - maybe with you? This is me: I am a friendly, affectionate cat who likes human company and enjoys being petted. I am looking for people who have plenty of time for me. I could probably join an existing suitable cat community, but I could also live as a single prince with enough attention. I am looking for... a home that has plenty of time for me - to play, cuddle and just be together. I can live in an apartment with plenty of attention, but also with outdoor access. If you are looking for a cuddly, people-oriented cat, I look forward to meeting you. Contact me via the application form below or by phone at Garfield House 2 (daily 13-16 except Saturdays).

DE·Show original

Ich bin Max … und wurde aus Tierschutzgründen sichergestellt. Nun wünsche ich mir ein tolles neues Katerleben – vielleicht ja bei dir? Das bin ich: Ich bin ein freundlicher, zutraulicher Kater, der die Nähe zu Menschen mag und sich auch gern Streicheleinheiten abholt. Ich freue mich über Menschen, die viel Zeit für mich haben. Zu schon vorhandener passender Katzengesellschaft könnte ich vermutlich ziehen, bei ausreichend Beschäftigung aber auch als Einzelprinz leben. Ich wünsche mir … ein Zuhause, das viel Zeit für mich hat – fürs Spielen, Kuscheln und einfach beisammen sein. Ich kann mit viel Beschäftigung in einer Wohnung, aber auch mit Freigang leben. Wenn du einen verschmusten, menschenbezogenen Kater suchst, freue ich mich darauf, dich kennenzulernen. Melde dich über das Anfrageformular unten oder telefonisch im Garfield-Haus 2 unter (tgl 13-16 Uhr außer samstags).

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Tierheim Berlin
Living with Max
  • ✓Good with kids
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Bringing Max home

What you'll need for Max 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 Max

What life with Max looks like

Max is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Berlin in Berlin.

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.

Berlin, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Max, answered.

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