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Nelly

Scottish Fold · Female

🐾 Nelly—seeking people who can truly give her the time she needs 🐾 Sometimes things just don’t go as planned. We were really excited when Nelly was adopted—but unfortunately, she’s already back with us after just three weeks. For most cats, though, three weeks is hardly enough time to adjust to a new environment, new people, and a completely changed daily routine. That’s why we’re now looking for people who are consciously prepared to allow Nelly the time she needs to settle in and who can give her the patience she so desperately requires. Nelly is a beautiful Scottish Fold with a character all her own. She’s curious, playful, and can be incredibly cuddly—but she always decides for herself when she’d like some closeness. Her body language is very clear. If her boundaries aren’t respected or if she feels pressured, she’ll make that perfectly clear with a gentle warning bite. This isn’t unpredictable behavior; it’s simply her way of communicating. Anyone who takes the time to get to know Nelly will discover an intelligent cat who loves to play, attentively observes her humans, and definitely seeks their company—but only on her own terms. For Nelly, we’re looking for a calm home without children and without other pets. We’re seeking experienced cat owners who understand that trust doesn’t develop overnight and who are willing to give a cat the space it needs to feel comfortable in its new surroundings. We’d love to hear from people who honestly ask themselves before adopting whether they have the patience, understanding, and composure needed—and who’ll stand by their decision even during the adjustment period. Cats need time. Some need more than others. Nelly is one of those cats who not only needs this time but also deserves it. Anyone who approaches Nelly with respect, patience, and heart will gain a truly special companion—a cat with character who doesn’t give away her trust easily, but who shows it all the more honestly once she’s fully settled in. 🐾

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🐾 Nelly – sucht Menschen, die ihr wirklich Zeit geben 🐾Manchmal läuft es einfach nicht so, wie man es sich wünscht. Für Nelly hatten wir uns sehr gefreut, als sie vermittelt wurde. Leider ist sie bereits nach drei Wochen wieder zu uns zurückgekehrt. Drei Wochen sind für die meisten Katzen jedoch kaum genug Zeit, um sich an eine neue Umgebung, neue Menschen und einen völlig veränderten Alltag zu gewöhnen.Deshalb suchen wir für Nelly nun Menschen, die sich bewusst auf diese Eingewöhnungszeit einlassen und ihr die Geduld schenken, die sie braucht.Nelly ist eine wunderschöne Scottish Fold mit einem ganz eigenen Charakter. Sie ist neugierig, verspielt und kann sehr verschmust sein – allerdings entscheidet sie selbst, wann sie Nähe möchte. Ihre Körpersprache ist dabei deutlich. Werden ihre Grenzen nicht respektiert oder fühlt sie sich bedrängt, kann sie diese auch mit einem Warnbiss verdeutlichen. Das ist kein unberechenbares Verhalten, sondern ihre Art zu kommunizieren.Wer sich die Zeit nimmt, Nelly kennenzulernen, wird eine intelligente Katze erleben, die gerne spielt, ihre Menschen aufmerksam beobachtet und durchaus die Nähe sucht – eben zu ihren Bedingungen.Für Nelly wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder und ohne andere Tiere. Gesucht werden katzenerfahrene Menschen, die wissen, dass Vertrauen nicht in wenigen Tagen entsteht und die bereit sind, einer Katze den Raum zu geben, selbst anzukommen.Wir wünschen uns Interessenten, die sich bereits vor einer Adoption ehrlich fragen, ob sie Geduld, Verständnis und die nötige Gelassenheit mitbringen – und die auch in der Eingewöhnungsphase zu ihrem Entschluss stehen. Katzen brauchen Zeit. Manche mehr als andere. Nelly gehört zu den Katzen, die diese Zeit brauchen und auch verdienen.Wer Nelly mit Respekt, Geduld und Herz begegnet, wird eine ganz besondere Begleiterin an seiner Seite haben – eine Katze mit Charakter, die Vertrauen nicht verschenkt, dafür aber umso ehrlicher zeigt, wenn sie angekommen ist. 🐾

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Location
🇩🇪Wuppertal
Shelter
Tierheim Wuppertal
Living with Nelly
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Wuppertal · WuppertalLearn about Scottish Fold →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Nelly home

What you'll need for Nelly 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 Nelly

What life with Nelly looks like

Nelly is a scottish fold cat waiting at Tierheim Wuppertal in Wuppertal.

A 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. Many dogs and cats leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport, but this varies by shelter, so confirm what is included with the shelter.

Wuppertal, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Nelly, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nelly?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Tierheim Wuppertal handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nelly on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nelly if I live in another country?
Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Tierheim Wuppertal whether they will for Nelly, what they require (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 Nelly already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Tierheim Wuppertal lists Nelly as microchipped and spayed. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Tierheim Wuppertal, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Nelly isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Tierheim Wuppertal about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nelly 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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