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Mixed Breed · Male

Nico was with his brother at the age of about eight weeks looking for food and a safe place. A kind animal lover took pity on them, fed them and asked us for help. His brother Nero was already able to move to a new home. Nico wishes for a home with a yard in a quiet residential area after acclimatization. Preferably with a cat flap so he always has access to the apartment after his excursions. Nico is a nice, lovable kitten, playful and curious. Initially cautious towards strangers. Happy to be with an existing young companion.

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Nico war zusammen mit seinem Bruder im Alter von ca. acht Wochen auf der Suche nach Futter und einem sicheren Platz. Ein Tierfreund erbarmte sich ihrer, fütterte sie und bat uns um Hilfe. Sein Bruder Nero durfte bereits in ein neues Zuhause umziehen. Nico wünscht sich ein Zuhause mit Auslauf in ruhiger Wohnlage nach Eingewöhnung. Möglichst mit Katzenklappe, damit er nach seinen Ausflügen immer Zugang zur Wohnung hat. Nico ist ein nettes, liebenswertes Katerchen, verspielt und neugierig. Anfangs noch vorsichtig Fremden gegenüber. gerne zu einem vorhandenen jungen Artgenossen

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Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V.
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Cared for by Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Nico home

What you'll need for Nico 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
    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 Nico

What life with Nico looks like

Nico is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe 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. 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 Nico, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nico?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nico on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nico if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Nico 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 Nico 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 Katzenschutzverein Karlsruhe e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nico 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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