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Mino

Unknown · Young · 1 year

In the course of a neutering operation in Olbia, adult female cats were trapped, neutered, and released back to their original place. The then few-week-old Mino, who as a snow-white cat under the scorching sun of Sardinia was threatened by sunburns and worse, was taken in by L.I.D.A., the large animal shelter in Olbia, to have a chance at a healthy life as a beloved house cat in Germany. This was, of course, the plan – over a year ago! Unfortunately, fate had other plans for the dear Mino. At first, he shared a small cage with two other kittens from the neutering operation. The three of them supported each other to endure the dreary, but also noisy shelter life. After a few months, they were able to move into one of the outdoor enclosures, and one might have thought that the young tomcat would be happy about more space and play opportunities. However, his poor soul could not cope with the already long-standing stress and he contracted FIP. The handsome tomcat has since been back in a small cage, but fortunately responded well to therapy. Today, his blood values look good again, but unfortunately, FIP has left its mark and Mino has developed a mild ataxia. The more important thing is that he finds a home or, ideally, a foster place soon! He needs a quiet and safe haven urgently. Due to his bright fur and delicate soul, we wish for Mino a home with a secure outdoor access. Here, he should be able to, for example, enjoy the breeze on a screened balcony and observe the colorful life in safety. Moreover, his ataxia and the associated needs should be taken into account. Even though Mino only has a mild form of ataxia, it is important to observe him in everyday life and adapt his environment flexibly to make his life easier.

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Im Zuge einer Kastrationsaktion in Olbia wurden erwachsene Kätzinnen eingefangen, kastriert und wieder an ihrem angestammten Platz frei gelassen. Der damals wenige Wochen alte Mino , dem als schneeweißes Tier unter der sengenden Sonne Sardiniens Sonnenbrände und Schlimmeres drohte, eröffnete man mit der Unterbringung in die L.I.D.A., dem großen Tierheim in Olbia, die Chance auf ein gesundes Leben als geliebte Hauskatze in Deutschland . Dies war jedenfalls der Plan – vor über einem Jahr! Das Schicksal hatte leider bisher andere Pläne für den lieben Mino. Zunächst teilte er sich einen kleinen Käfig mit zwei weiteren Katzenkindern aus der Kastrationsaktion. Die drei gaben sich untereinander Halt, um den tristen, aber auch lauten Tierheimalltag auszuhalten. Nach einigen Monaten konnten sie in eines der Außengehege umziehen und man hätte meinen können, dass sich der junge Kater über mehr Platz und Spielmöglichkeiten freuen würde. Doch seine arme Seele hielt dem bereits monatelang anhaltenden Stress nicht stand und er bekam eine FIP. Der hübsche Kater sitzt seitdem wieder in einem kleinen Käfig und sprach zum Glück gut auf die Therapie an. Heute sehen seine Blutwerte wieder gut aus, aber leider hat die FIP dennoch Spuren hinterlassen und Mino hat eine leichte Ataxie davongetragen . Umso wichtiger ist es, dass er bald ein Zuhause oder gerne auch einen Pflegestellenplatz findet! Er braucht dringend einen ruhigen und sicheren Zufluchtsort. Aufgrund seines hellen Fells und seiner zarten Seele wünschen wir uns für Mino ein Zuhause mit gesichertem Freigang . Hier soll er sich zum Beispiel auf einem eingenetzten Balkon den Wind um die Nase wehen lassen können und das bunte Leben in Sicherheit beobachten können. Außerdem sollte auf Minos Ataxie und die damit einhergehenden Bedürfnisse eingegangen werden. Auch wenn Mino nur eine leichte Form von Ataxie hat, ist es wichtig, ihn im Alltag zu beobachten und sein Umfeld flexibel anzupassen, um ihm das Leben zu erleichtern. Mino

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V.
Living with Mino
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V. · Germany

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Mino home

What you'll need for Mino 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 Mino

What life with Mino looks like

Mino is a large young adult cat waiting at PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V. in Germany.

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 Mino, answered.

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