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Nando

European Shorthair · Male

Our Nando has a name that many initially think of a tomcat - but in fact she is a cat. Her story is closely connected with that of Sunfyre: Nando was found as a small stray and raised by the cat mother Granda together with her own kittens, one of which was Sunfyre. The two are only a few weeks apart and have spent their entire childhood together. Nando is an open, curious and people-oriented cat. She actively seeks contact with her trusted people and is very interested in everything happening around her. Playing, exploring and enjoying attention are simply part of her. Like Sunfyre, Nando has chronic cat flu. In daily life she copes well, but occasionally a veterinary treatment may be necessary, for example with eye drops or in some cases with medication. Because chronic cat flu can be contagious for healthy cats, Nando cannot be rehomed with healthy cats. However, living together with other affected cats is possible. It would be best, of course, if Nando found a home together with Sunfyre, but that is not a must. For Nando we are looking for a loving home suitable for apartment living, with people who appreciate her open, curious nature and also responsibly handle her health condition.

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Unsere Nando trägt einen Namen, der viele zunächst an einen Kater denken lässt – tatsächlich ist sie aber eine Katze. Ihre Geschichte ist eng mit der von Sunfyre verbunden: Nando wurde als kleines Findelkind entdeckt und von der Katzenmama Granda gemeinsam mit ihren eigenen Babys großgezogen, eines davon war Sunfyre. Die beiden sind nur wenige Wochen auseinander und haben ihre gesamte Kindheit miteinander verbracht. Nando ist eine offene, neugierige und menschenbezogene Katze. Sie sucht aktiv den Kontakt zu ihren Bezugspersonen und interessiert sich sehr für alles, was um sie herum passiert. Spielen, entdecken und Aufmerksamkeit genießen gehören für sie einfach dazu. Wie Sunfyre hat auch Nando chronischen Katzenschnupfen. Im Alltag kommt sie damit gut zurecht, doch gelegentlich kann eine tierärztliche Behandlung notwendig werden, zum Beispiel mit Augensalbe oder in manchen Fällen mit Medikamenten. Ein Zusammenleben mit anderen betroffenen Katzen ist jedoch gut möglich. Am schönsten wäre es natürlich, wenn Nando gemeinsam mit Sunfyre ein Zuhause finden würde, das ist aber kein Muss. Für Nando suchen wir ein liebevolles Zuhause in Wohnungshaltung, bei Menschen, die ihre offene, neugierige Art zu schätzen wissen und auch mit ihrer gesundheitlichen Besonderheit verantwortungsvoll umgehen.

Size
Large
Age
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Nando
  • Neutered
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Bringing Nando home

What you'll need for Nando 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

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Nando

What life with Nando looks like

Nando is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Nando, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nando?
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 Nando on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nando 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 Nando 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 Nando 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 Nando 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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