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Adopt Ottokar

Persian · Male · Young · 1 year

Ottokar came to us as a found cat at our shelter. He clearly showed that he prefers to be an only cat. His new humans should also be aware that Ottokar is a very strong-willed cat who can also show displeasure quickly when something is not to his liking. Therefore, we are looking for a home without children for him. We believe that after a certain period of adjustment, Ottokar would benefit from the possibility of going outdoors. Since Ottokar has long fur, the increased grooming requirements should also be considered. If you are interested in one of our cats, please contact us preferably by email. In the email, describe how the cat will live with you and send us a telephone number. Then a member of our animal care team will get in touch with you. Cat descriptions are based on observations at the animal shelter or information from third parties and do not represent guaranteed characteristics. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Ottokar kam als Fundtier zu uns ins Tierheim. Er zeigte bei uns deutlich, dass er lieber Einzelkatze sein möchte. Seine neuen Menschen sollten sich außerdem bewusst sein, dass Ottokar eine sehr charakterstarke Katze ist, welche auch schnell mal zeigt wenn ihm etwas nicht gefällt. Daher suchen wir für ihn einen Haushalt ohne Kinder. Wir schätzen, dass es Ottokar gut tun würde, nach einer gewissen Eingewöhnungszeit die Möglichkeit auf Freigang zu bekommen. Da Ottokar langes Fell hat, sollte auch der erhöhte Pflegeaufwand gut bedacht sein. Wenn Sie Interesse an einer unserer Katzen haben, kontaktieren Sie uns bevorzugt per E-Mail. Schildern Sie uns in der Mail, wie die Katze bei Ihnen leben wird und senden Sie uns eine Telefonnummer zu. Es wird sich dann ein*e TierpflegerIn bei Ihnen melden. Tierbeschreibungen basieren auf Beobachtungen im Tierheim oder auf Informationen Dritter und stellen keine zugesicherten Eigenschaften dar.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Leipzig
Shelter
Tierheim Leipzig
Living with Ottokar
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Leipzig · LeipzigLearn about Persian

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Ottokar home

What you'll need for Ottokar 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
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    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 Ottokar

What life with Ottokar looks like

Ottokar is a young adult persian cat waiting at Tierheim Leipzig in Leipzig.

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.

Leipzig, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ottokar, answered.

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