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MJ

Mixed Breed · Male

A fresh start is sometimes the beginning of something truly special. The approximately two-year-old MT came to our shelter together with Sunny as part of a seizure, and now he’s waiting for people who will treat him with patience and understanding. MT is a sweet but still shy tomcat who will surely thrive quickly in a calm environment. He’s familiar with living alongside other cats and feels comfortable in their company. Therefore, we’d like MT either to find a home together with our tomcat Sunny or to join a friendly, sociable cat. Since he’s been living as an indoor cat so far, we’d like him to continue doing so in the future—ideally with a secure balcony as an added bonus.

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Ein Neuanfang ist manchmal der Beginn von etwas ganz Besonderem. Der etwa zwei-drei Jahre alte MJ kam im Rahmen einer Sicherstellung zu uns ins Tierheim und wartet nun auf Menschen, die ihm mit Geduld und Verständnis begegnen. MJ ist ein lieber, aber noch schüchterner Kater, der sich in einer ruhigen Umgebung sicherlich schnell weiterentwickeln wird. Er kennt das Zusammenleben mit anderen Katzen und fühlt sich in ihrer Gesellschaft wohl. Deshalb wünschen wir uns für MJ entweder ein gemeinsames Zuhause mit unserer Katze Shiwa oder einen Platz bei einer freundlichen, sozialen Katze. Da er bisher als Wohnungskatze gelebt hat, soll dies auch in Zukunft so bleiben – idealerweise mit einem gesicherten Balkon als kleines Extra.

Size
Small
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Trier und Umgebung e.V.
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Trier und Umgebung e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing MJ home

What you'll need for MJ 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 MJ

What life with MJ looks like

MJ is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Trier und Umgebung 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting MJ, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about MJ?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein Trier und Umgebung e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw MJ on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt MJ if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Trier und Umgebung 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is MJ 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 MJ 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 Trier und Umgebung e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know MJ 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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