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Adopt Merlot

Mixed Breed · Male

Merlot wandered around the neighborhood for a while before being picked up by animal friends and brought to our shelter. The poor fellow was completely matted and dirty, but his friendly nature suggests he once had a home. Unfortunately, he wasn't microchipped or otherwise identified, and it seems he isn't missed by anyone. The lively and talkative tomcat is now looking for a new spot where he can be a lone prince. He doesn't get along with other cats very well.

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Merlot streunte eine Weile in der Nachbarschaft umher, bis er von Tierfreunden eingesammelt und zu und gebracht wurde. Der arme Kerl war völlig verwurmt und verfloht, seine freundliche Art lässt aber vermuten, dass er einst ein Zuhause hatte. Leider hatte er keine Kennzeichnung, über die wir einen Besitzer hätten ermitteln können und auch sonst scheint er nicht vermisst zu werden. Der aufgeweckte und gesprächige Kater sucht nun ein neues Plätzchen in dem er Einzelprinz sein darf. Mit anderen Katzen versteht er sich nämlich nicht ganz so gut.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Ludwigsburg
Shelter
Tierheim Ludwigsburg
Living with Merlot
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tierheim Ludwigsburg · LudwigsburgLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 weeks 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

    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
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    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 Merlot

What life with Merlot looks like

Merlot is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Ludwigsburg in Ludwigsburg.

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.

Ludwigsburg, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

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. Tierheim Ludwigsburg 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 — Tierheim Ludwigsburg 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 Tierheim Ludwigsburg 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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