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Pauli

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Tomcat Pauli is a found cat, estimated to be just under 1.5 years old. He roamed for a long time around a residential area. Unfortunately, he was not treated very kindly there. What exactly happened to him and who tormented him, we don't know. His body, especially his head and ears, is covered in scratches and minor wounds. He was fed but found no permanent home, although he often asked to be let in. A kind animal lover took him in and asked us for help. That is how Pauli came to the veterinarian and, after treatment and neutering, to one of our foster placements. It is very remarkable how affectionate a stray can be. He practically begs for hands to stroke him. He feels very comfortable in the warmth with his food bowl always full. He tries to make friendly contact with the cats in his foster home. At least, that is how we interpret his behavior. He initially reacts calmly to hissing and growling. Only when someone gets too close does he hiss back and defend himself. He is very easily startled. Pauli is a really sweet, very talkative cat. At first we thought he needed a loving, quiet home without children, ideally with 1-2 nice, well-balanced cats. However, he has since shown us that he is quite interested in several people as well. The main thing is that he gets cuddles. A secured balcony would be nice, although so far, in his foster home, he avoids the balcony and open (secured) windows. Pauli is neutered, microchipped, and registered. He has been treated for fleas and worms and has received 1 vaccination so far.

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Kater Pauli ist ein Fundkater, geschätzt knapp 1,5 Jahre alt. Er streunerte lange in einem Wohngebiet herum.Leider behandelte man ihn dort nicht sehr nett. Was ihm genau passiert ist, wer ihn gepeinigt hat, wissen wir nicht. Sein Körper, vor allem Kopf und Ohren, ist mit Kratzern und kleineren Wunden übersäht. Er wurde gefüttert, fand aber keine dauerhafte Bleibe, obwohl er oft um Einlass bat. Eine liebe Tierfreundin nahm sich seiner an und bat uns um Hilfe. So kam Pauli zum Tierarzt und nach Behandlung und Kastration in eine unserer Pflegestellen. Es ist sehr erstaunlich, wie verschmust ein Streuner sein kann. Er bettelt regelrecht um Hände, die ihn streicheln. Er fühlt sich im Warmen mit stets gefülltem Futternapf sehr wohl. Mit den Katzen der Pflegestelle versucht er freundschaftlichen Kontakt aufzunehmen. Zumindest deuten wir sein Verhalten so. Auf Fauchen und Knurren reagiert er erstmal gelassen. Nur wenn einer ihm zu nahe kommt, faucht er auch mal zurück und wehrt sich. Er ist sehr schreckhaft.Pauli ist ein ganz lieber, sehr gesprächiger Kater. Anfangs dachten wir, er braucht ein liebevolles ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder, gern mit 1-2 netten, ausgeglichenen Katzen. Allerdings hat er uns inzwischen gezeigt, das er durchaus auch an mehreren Leuten interessiert ist. Hauptsache, er bekommt Streicheleinheiten. Schön wäre ein gesicherter Balkon, obwohl er in seiner Pflegestelle bisher den Balkon und offene (gesicherte) Fenster meidet.Pauli ist kastriert, gechippt und registriert. Er wurde gegen Flöhe und Würmer behandelt und bisher 1 x geimpft

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V.
Living with Pauli
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Pauli home

What you'll need for Pauli 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 Pauli

What life with Pauli looks like

Pauli is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pauli, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Pauli?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pauli on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Pauli if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Pauli 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 Pauli 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 Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pauli 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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