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Mira

European Shorthair · Unknown · Senior · 18 years

Our little sniffer has spent a lot of time with us in quarantine and the sick bay in recent weeks. We have checked, examined and treated everything that was possible. The diagnosis is now clear: She is a chronic sneezer, in addition to a thyroid disease - and with an estimated 16+ years she definitely belongs to our seniors. We can no longer heal her. But one thing we know for sure: She is an incredibly kind and trusting cat. You can now see her age. She has become calmer and spends a lot of time sleeping and watching. Some days she eats well, on other days significantly less. We cannot say how much time she has left. What we do know: She should not have to spend her last time in a small sick bay box. We would like a place for her where she can once again experience her own dog bed, quiet days and loving hands. A home that knows she may not be here much longer - but still wants to give her this time. Because every animal deserves to be loved when they go. If you can imagine giving our grandma this place, please contact us at the animal shelter.

DE·Show original

Unsere kleine Schnupferin hat in den letzten Wochen viel Zeit bei uns in der Quarantäne und Krankenstation verbracht. Wir haben alles abgeklärt, untersucht und behandelt, was möglich war. Die Diagnose ist nun klar: Sie ist eine chronische Schnupferkatze, dazu kommt eine Schilddrüsenerkrankung – und mit geschätzten 16+ Jahren gehört sie definitiv zu unseren Senioren. Heilen können wir sie nicht mehr. Aber eines wissen wir ganz sicher: Sie ist eine unglaublich liebe und zutrauliche Katze. Mittlerweile merkt man ihr das Alter an. Sie ist ruhiger geworden und verbringt viel Zeit mit Schlafen und Beobachten. Manche Tage frisst sie gut, an anderen Tagen deutlich weniger. Wie viel Zeit ihr noch bleibt, können wir nicht sagen. Was wir aber wissen: Sie soll ihre letzte Zeit nicht in einer kleinen Krankenstationsbox verbringen müssen. Wir wünschen uns für sie einen Platz, an dem sie noch einmal ein eigenes Körbchen, ruhige Tage und liebevolle Hände erleben darf. Ein Zuhause, das weiß, dass sie vielleicht nicht mehr lange bleibt – ihr aber trotzdem diese Zeit schenken möchte. Denn jedes Tier verdient es, geliebt zu gehen. Wenn du dir vorstellen kannst, unserer Omi diesen Platz zu schenken, melde dich gerne bei uns im Tierheim.

Size
Age
Senior · 18 years
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Mira
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierheim NortheimLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Mira home

What you'll need for Mira 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

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    €30–60

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About Mira

What life with Mira looks like

Mira is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Mira, answered.

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