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Merlin

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 6 years

Merlin lost his home unjustly and tragically. The dear fellow is very people-oriented, cuddly, and always present. Merlin has epilepsy but is well-adjusted to his medication, which he takes easily with treats. We are looking for a quiet home suitable for apartment living, with lots of love and time. A secure balcony would please him. In his previous home, he lived with two dogs and other cats but does not need these to be happy.

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Merlin hat unverschuldet und auf tragische Weise sein Zuhause verloren. Der liebe Kerl ist sehr menschenbezogen, verschmust und immer präsent. Merlin hat Epilepsie, ist aber gut auf seine Medikamente eingestellt und diese nimmt er problemlos mit Leckerchen. Für ihn suchen wir ein ruhiges Zuhause in Wohnungshaltung, mit viel Liebe und Zeit. Ein gesicherter Balkon würde ihm gut gefallen. In seinem alten Zuhause hat er mit zwei Hunden und anderen Katzen zusammen gelebt, braucht diese aber nicht um glücklich zu sein.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Diez
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Diez
Living with Merlin
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Bringing Merlin home

What you'll need for Merlin in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Merlin

What life with Merlin looks like

Merlin is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Diez in Diez.

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 Merlin, answered.

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