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Olaf

European Shorthair · Male

Olaf is a male cat born in 2024 who has been living at the shelter since June 2026. He was given up by his owner due to changed circumstances and is very people-oriented, enjoying conversation. Initially kept indoors, he now appreciates his secure outdoor space and should have access to an enclosed balcony in future. Olaf does not get along with other cats.

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Geburtsdatum : *2024 Geschlecht : männlich Verträglich mit Artgenossen : nein Freigang : Wohnung mit katzensicherem Balkon /Freigang Im Tierheim seit : 06/2026 Olaf kam als Abgabetier zu uns, sein Besitzer hatte ihn von klein auf, durch veränderte Lebensumstände konnte er sich aber nicht mehr um den Kater kümmern. Der stattliche Kater ist sehr menschenbezogen und unterhält sich gerne. In seinem früheren Zuhause lebte er ausschließlich in der Wohnung, hier bei uns genießt er seinen gesicherten Auslauf allerdings sehr, so dass er zukünftig zumindest einen eingenetzten Balkon zur Verfügung haben sollte. Mit anderen Katzen ist Olaf nicht kompatibel.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Wesel
Shelter
Tierheim Wesel
Living with Olaf
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierheim Wesel · WeselLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Olaf home

What you'll need for Olaf 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 Olaf

What life with Olaf looks like

Olaf is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Wesel in Wesel.

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 Olaf, answered.

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