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Merlot

European Shorthair · Unknown · Senior · 13 years

Merlot ist ein aufgeschlossener und anschmiegsamer Kater. Er kuschelt für sein Leben gern und genießt es, ausgiebig von seiner Familie verwöhnt zu werden. Leider hat er mit Spondylosen im Bereich der Lendenwirbelsäule zu kämpfen und wird nur in reine Wohnungshaltung vergeben. Im Umgang mit anderen Katzen zeigt sich Merlot gut verträglich. Der Kater wurde positiv auf das Feline Coronavirus (FCoV) getestet und wird nur zu einer ebenfalls positiv getesteten Katze vergeben. Merlot würde sich über eine neue, liebevolle Familie sehr freuen.

Size
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Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇦🇹Austria
Shelter
Sonnenhof Eisenstadt (Sonnentiere)
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Merlot home

What you'll need for Merlot 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
  3. 03
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    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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    €10–18
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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Merlot

What life with Merlot looks like

Merlot is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Sonnenhof Eisenstadt (Sonnentiere) in Austria.

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 Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

Austria, Austria — browse more cats in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Merlot, answered.

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