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Max

Male · Adult · 5 years

- confident - can only be handled on his own terms - plays roughly - must be able to go outside - house-trained - will not be rehomed to dogs - will not be rehomed to children or toddlers - needs a quiet environment Max came to us as a surrender at the animal shelter. Now, this confident tomcat is seeking a forever home. Max is an independent, confident tomcat with clear ideas about how his daily life should be. He enjoys physical contact only when he initiates it – he sets clear boundaries. Even during play, he can be temperamental and may play roughly. He seeks a quiet home without children or toddlers, as he does not appreciate hustle and bustle or loudness. He is also not compatible with dogs, so only a dog-free household would be suitable. He needs unrestricted access to roam and feel well, and a home in a quiet area with safe outdoor access is therefore a prerequisite. Health-wise, it should be noted that Max suffers from high blood pressure. He takes half a tablet of Amodip once daily. Since Max is a demanding character who can also show aggressive behavior, he will only be rehomed to experienced hands. His new owners should be able to understand his body language, respect his boundaries, and at the same time provide him with security. Max is not an "entry-level kitten," but for the right people, he can be a special companion – one that requires time but also brings personality. Until he finds the right people, we are happy to have pat*iens who support the little guy.

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- selbstbewusst - lässt sich nur nach seinen Bedingungen anfassen - spielt grob - muss unbedingt raus können - stubenrein - wird nicht zu Hunden vermittelt - wird nicht zu Kindern oder Kleinkindern vermittelt - braucht eine ruhige Umgebung Max kam als Abgabe zu uns ins Tierheim. Nun sucht der selbstbewusste Kater ein neues Für-immer-Zuhause. Max ist ein eigenständiger, selbstbewusster Kater mit klaren Vorstellungen davon, wie sein Alltag aussehen soll. Körperkontakt genießt er nur, wenn er ihn selbst einfordert – dabei setzt er deutliche Grenzen. Auch beim Spielen zeigt er sich eher temperamentvoll und kann dabei grob werden. Er sucht ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder oder Kleinkinder, da ihm Hektik und Lautstärke nicht liegen. Mit Hunden ist er ebenfalls nicht verträglich, daher kommt nur ein hundefreier Haushalt infrage. Er braucht unbedingt Freigang, um sich auszulasten und wohlzufühlen. Ein Zuhause in einer ruhigen Gegend mit sicherem Zugang nach draußen ist daher Voraussetzung. Gesundheitlich ist zu beachten, dass Max unter Bluthochdruck leidet. Er bekommt einmal täglich eine halbe Tablette Amodip. Da Max ein anspruchsvoller Charakter ist und auch aggressives Verhalten zeigen kann, wird er ausschließlich in erfahrene Hände vermittelt. Seine neuen Halter sollten in der Lage sein, seine Körpersprache zu verstehen, seine Grenzen zu respektieren und ihm gleichzeitig Sicherheit zu geben. Max ist kein „Anfängerkater“, aber für die richtigen Menschen kann er ein besonderer Begleiter sein – einer, der Zeit braucht, aber auch Persönlichkeit mitbringt. Bis er die richtigen Menschen gefunden hat, freuen wir uns über Pat*innen, die den kleinen Kerl unterstützen.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Max
  • House-trained
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Hamburg · Hamburg

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Max home

What you'll need for Max 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 Max

What life with Max looks like

Max is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Hamburg in Hamburg.

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.

Hamburg, 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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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