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Olaf (jetzt Boots)

Male · Senior · 17 years

Hello, I am Olaf, at first everyone here called me Grabscher... quite mean as I found it. Anyway, I only had an intense hunger, to the point where I would grab any bowl that came within my reach without caring about my caretakers' fingers. I just wanted one thing - FOOD! A blood test revealed that I have an overactive thyroid. Now, I take a tablet once a day, and let me tell you, my unquenchable hunger has improved. I can finally rest and sleep a lot, which was impossible for me before due to my hunger. Here at the cat shelter, I get along well with the other cats, as long as the other tomcats don't bother me too much. I am friendly with people, but small children shouldn't live in my new home, as I do show my limits. They would probably be too wild and loud for me. After all, I am already an old boy and need my peace. Since I have only ever lived outdoors until now, I would like to be let out again after an adjustment period. Therefore, I would like a quiet environment. So, who would like to give the non-grabbing Olaf a nice new home? Please contact my caretakers and arrange a meet-and-greet. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Hallo, ich bin Olaf, anfangs haben mich hier alle den Grabscher genannt... voll fies wie ich finde. Dabei hatte ich nur Hunger. So doll, dass ich nach jedem Napf gegrabscht habe, der in meine Reichweite kam. Ohne Rücksicht auf die Finger meiner Pfleger, ich wollte nur eins - FRESSEN! Es wurde ein Blutbild gemacht und dabei kam heraus, dass ich eine Schilddrüsenüberfunktion habe. Dafür bekomme ich nun Tabletten, einmal am Tag eine... und was soll ich Euch sagen, mein unstillbarer Hunger hat sich gebessert. Ich kann nun auch endlich mal zur Ruhe kommen und schlafe gerne viel. Das war mir vorher vor lauter Hunger nicht möglich. Hier im Katzenhaus verstehe ich mich soweit ganz gut mit den anderen Katzen, solange die anderen Kater mich nicht zu sehr belästigen. Zu Menschen bin ich nett, allerdings sollten trotzdem keine ganz kleinen Kinder im neuen Zuhause leben, da ich auch schon mal meine Grenzen zeige. Auch wären mir diese vermutlich zu wild und laut. Immerhin bin ich schon ein richtiger Opi und brauche meine Ruhe. Da ich bisher immer nur draußen gelebt habe, möchte ich nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit auch wieder in den Freigang. Daher wünsche ich mir eine verkehrsberuhigte Umgebung. Also wer möchte mir, dem nicht mehr grabschenden Olaf, ein schönes neues Zuhause geben? Bitte meldet Euch schnell bei meinen Pflegern und macht einen Kennenlerntermin aus. Bis bald Euer Olaf

Size
Age
Senior · 17 years
Location
🇩🇪Remagen
Shelter
Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen.
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Cared for by Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. · Remagen

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Olaf (jetzt Boots) home

What you'll need for Olaf (jetzt Boots) in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Olaf (jetzt Boots)

What life with Olaf (jetzt Boots) looks like

Olaf (jetzt Boots) is a senior cat waiting at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. in Remagen.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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 (jetzt Boots), answered.

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