How do I contact the shelter about Mia?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Mia on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Mia if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg 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 Mia 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 Mia 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 Falkenberg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Mia 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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Mia

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 6 years

I am Mia … and I need very special, cat-experienced people who can accompany me with a lot of patience and sensitivity. I am an insecure cat, initially reserved and unfortunately also ambivalent. But whoever understands me and gives me time can earn my trust. Would you like to know more about me? I am rather cautious, anxious, and skittish. I need people with cat experience who can read my signals and do not pressure me. I am self-assured and have my own head. Space is important to me, and I do not want to be pressured. I am a cat who wants to make her own decisions – not self-assured, but rather skeptical and insecure. I react particularly to movements. I wish for … a quiet, cat-experienced home with free roam in a quiet environment, where I can arrive at my own pace. My people should be able to take a lot of time for me so that we can build trust and a close bond. I want to live as a single princess; also, children should not live in my new household. I wish for a large, varied apartment and mental stimulation to keep me occupied. To get to know me, please plan several visits so that I can build trust. Do you have patience and understanding for a cat like me? Then please fill out the inquiry form below on the website. I look forward to people who accept me as I am – and give me the chance at a safe, loving home. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Ich bin Mia … und ich brauche ganz besondere, katzenerfahrene Menschen, die mich mit viel Geduld und Feingefühl begleiten. Ich bin eine unsichere Katze, anfangs zurückhaltend und leider auch ambivalent. Aber wer mich versteht und mir Zeit gibt, kann mein Vertrauen gewinnen. Möchtest du mehr über mich wissen? Ich bin eher vorsichtig, ängstlich und schreckhaft. Ich brauche Menschen mit Katzenerfahrung, die meine Signale lesen können und mich nicht bedrängen. Ich bin selbstbewusst und habe mein eigenes Köpfchen. Freiraum ist wichtig für mich, und ich möchte nicht bedrängt werden. Ich bin eine Katze, die selbst entscheiden möchte – nicht selbstbewusst, sondern eher skeptisch und unsicher. Besonders auf Bewegungen reagiere ich entsprechend. Ich wünsche mir … ein ruhiges, katzenerfahrenes Zuhause mit Freigang in ruhiger Umgebung, in dem ich in meinem eigenen Tempo ankommen darf. Meine Menschen sollten sich viel Zeit für mich nehmen können, damit wir Vertrauen und eine enge Bindung aufbauen können. Ich möchte als Einzelprinzessin leben; auch Kinder sollten nicht ion meinem neuen Haushalt leben. Ich wünsche mir eine große, abwechslungsreiche Wohnung und Beschäftigung zum Auslasten. Zum Kennenlernen plane bitte mehrere Besuche ein, damit ich Vertrauen fassen kann. Hast du Geduld und Verständnis für eine Katze wie mich? Dann fülle doch gern das Anfrageformular unten auf der Website aus. Ich freue mich auf Menschen, die mich so annehmen, wie ich bin – und mir die Chance auf ein sicheres, liebevolles Zuhause geben.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇩🇪Berlin

Shelter

Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg

Living with Mia

✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids
✕Has special needs

Cared for by Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg · Berlin Learn about European Shorthair →

More cats in Berlin →More cats in Germany →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Mia home

What you'll need for Mia in week one.

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About Mia

What life with Mia looks like

Mia is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg 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.

Note from the shelter: Hip dysplasia - lifetime free treatment provided by shelter veterinary practice

🇩🇪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 Mia, answered.

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