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Norman

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 9 years

Breed: EKH Gender: Male, neutered. Born: ca. 2017 Arrived at our shelter: February 2026 Behavior: Norman is a friendly tomcat who loves to be petted. At first, Norman is a bit reserved, but warms up quickly after a settling-in period. In his new home, Norman would prefer to live as a single prince. Note(s): After a settling-in period in his new home, Norman would like to have some freedom. Please arrange a meeting to get to know him. Contact: Tel.:. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Rasse:EKHGeschlecht:männlich kastriert. Geboren:ca. 2017Bei uns seit:Februar 2026Verhalten:Norman ist ein netter Kater, der es liebt, gekuschelt zu werden. Am Anfang ist Norman etwas zurückhaltend, aber nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit taut er schnell auf. In seinem neuen Zuhause möchte Norman als Einzelprinz leben.Hinweis(e): Nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit in seinem neuen Zuhause wünscht sich Norman Freigang. Norman muss alle 4 Wochen zm Tierarzt. Bitte vereinbaren Sie einen Termin zum Kennenlernen.Kontakt:Tel.: oder

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierheim Schleswig
Living with Norman
  • ✓Neutered
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Norman home

What you'll need for Norman in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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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
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Norman

What life with Norman looks like

Norman is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Schleswig 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 Norman, answered.

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