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Mickey

European Shorthair · Male · Senior · 13 years

Mickey is a stunning brown tabby tomcat who, unfortunately, hasn't had the best experiences with humans and is therefore still quite skeptical. However, he is becoming braver and has already lost much of his shyness. During an emergency operation, two-thirds of his tail had to be removed, but this does not affect him in any way. Mickey is simply wonderful, and it is delightful to observe his progress. Mickey needs a reliable, quiet home without noise and chaos. His future can openers should have plenty of time for him—and bring some patience. Info: Born: 2013 Color: brown tabby Breed: DSH Gender: m / neutered FIV / FeLV:

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VermittlungstierMickey ist ein wunderschöner braun-getigerter Kater, der leider durch den Menschen nicht so Schönes erlebt hat und daher noch sehr skeptisch ist. Aber er wird immer mutiger und hat bereits viel von seiner Scheu verloren. Bei einer Not-Op mussten ihm Zweidrittel seines Schwanzes entfernt werden, was ihn aber in keinster Weise beeinträchtigt. Mickey ist einfach nur toll und es ist schön, seine Fortschritte beobachten zu können. Mickey benötigt ein verlässliches Zuhause ohne Lärm und Trubel. Seine zukünftigen Dosenöffner sollten viel Zeit für ihn haben – und etwas Geduld mitbringen. Infos Geboren: 2013 Farbe: braun-getigert Rasse: EKH Geschlecht: m / kastriert FIV / FeLV: negativ

Size
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇩🇪Halver
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Halver
Living with Mickey
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Halver · HalverLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Mickey home

What you'll need for Mickey 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 Mickey

What life with Mickey looks like

Mickey is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Halver in Halver.

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 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 Mickey, answered.

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