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Namika

Mixed Breed Cat · Female · Young · 1 year

A female, neutered cat, born around 2025, is available for adoption. Namika is a timid and anxious cat who struggled with shelter life. She was recently moved to a foster home to find peace. Initially, she was shy and preferred her hiding spots, but curiosity is slowly winning out. She is slowly gaining trust. She is unfamiliar with playing with humans and is skeptical and anxious during play attempts. She loves playing with her ball tower and sometimes allows the ball to be tossed. She currently finds hands frightening, but she seeks contact with her humans at her own pace. We are looking for a quiet home for this beautiful young cat, with people who will not overwhelm her and give her time to adjust. Children and dogs should not be in the new home, as she flees from loud noises and fast movements. After settling in, Namika would like to explore the world again and enjoy the sunshine outdoors.

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Geschlecht: weiblich, kastriert geboren: ca. 2025 Status: zu vermitteln Namika ist eine zurückhaltende ängstliche Katze, die mit dem Tierheimalltag nicht zurecht kam. Darum zog sie vor kurzem auf eine Pflegestelle, um dort zur Ruhe zu kommen. Anfangs zeigte sie sich schüchtern und bevorzugte ihr Versteck, aber langsam siegt die Neugier. Mittlerweile fasst sie mit kleinen Schritten Vertrauen. Das Spielen mit Menschen kennt sie nicht und reagiert bei gemeinsamen Spielversuchen eher skeptisch und ängstlich. Am liebsten spielt sie mit ihrem Bälleturm und manchmal darf man den Ball auch anstoßen. Dennoch liebt sie es beschäftigt zu werden und lernt gerne z.B. durch Such- und Schnüffelspiele. Sie sucht den Kontakt zu ihren Menschen, in ihrem für sie angemessenen Tempo. Seit kurzem lässt sich Namika auch streicheln. Allerdings bestimmt sie wann sie sich sicher genug dafür fühlt. Wie häufig bei unsicheren Katzen, kann es passieren, dass sie ihren Mut kurzfristig bereut und kurz mit der Pfote kommt. Dies tut sie nicht aus Böswilligkeit, sondern aus ihrem Angstzustand heraus und stets mit eingezogenen Krallen. Für die wunderschöne junge Katze, suchen wir ein ruhiges Zuhause, mit Menschen, die sie nicht bedrängen und ihr die Zeit geben, um anzukommen. Kinder und Hunde sollten im neuen Zuhause nicht vorhanden sein, da sie bei lauten Geräuschen und schnellen Bewegungen mit Flucht reagiert. Nach Eingewöhnung möchte Namika gerne wieder die Welt erkunden und die Sonnenstrahlen im Freigang genießen

Size
Small
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Annaberg-Buchholz
Shelter
Tierheim Neu-Amerika
Living with Namika
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Neu-Amerika · Annaberg-BuchholzLearn about Mixed Breed Cat →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Namika home

What you'll need for Namika 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 Namika

What life with Namika looks like

Namika is a small young adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Tierheim Neu-Amerika in Annaberg-Buchholz.

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.

Annaberg-Buchholz, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Namika, answered.

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