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Peter & Knöddel

British Shorthair · Male · Young · 3 years

Peter and Knödel came from an animal hoarding incident into our care. We are now seeking a loving home for the brave fluffy bears. Both are described as reserved and shy - no surprise, given their traumatic past. As Peter and Knödel provide each other much support, we only offer them for adoption together. There should be no children in their future home, to avoid too much commotion for the two. However, they would greatly appreciate a cozy scratching post. As Knödel had dental problems in the past, veterinary check-ups should be done annually, or more frequently if needed. These animals are the result of breeding with a representative of a breed that is considered a "Qualzucht" - a breed that has been bred for extreme physical characteristics that can lead to behavioral problems and physical suffering. According to § 11b of the Animal Welfare Act, breeding such animals is forbidden. A characteristic of this breed is the genetically induced extreme shortening of the facial skull. This leads to a narrowing of the upper airways and the tear duct, inward turning of the eyelid edge, as well as underbite, overbite and crossbite, which can make eating extremely difficult. The wide skull makes natural birth difficult. If the animals suffer due to their anatomy, it is considered a "Qualzucht". As advocates for the animals, we reject such breeding. Pet owners who support such breeding act irresponsibly.

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- zurückhaltend und scheu - werden nur gemeinsam vermittelt - brauchen ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder - stubenrein Peter und Knöddel kamen aus einem Animal-Hoarding-Vorfall in unsere Obhut. Nun suchen wir ein liebevolles Zuhause für die tapferen Flauschebären. Hier erleben wir beide als zurückhaltend und schüchtern – kein Wunder, bei ihrer traumatischen Vergangenheit. Da Peter und Knöddel einander sehr viel Halt geben, vermitteln wir sie auch nur gemeinsam. Kinder sollte es in ihrem zukünftigen Zuhause nicht geben, damit es den beiden nicht zu trubelig wird. Über einen gemütlichen Kratzbaum würden sie sich jedoch sehr freuen. Da Knöddel in der Vergangenheit Probleme mit den Zähnchen hatte, sollten tierärztliche Kontrollen jährlich, bei Bedarf auch häufiger, erfolgen. Diese Tiere entstammen der Verpaarung mit einer*m Vertreter*in einer Qualzucht. Die züchtungsbedingten morphologischen und/oder physiologischen Veränderungen bei sogenannten Qualzuchtrassen können zu Verhaltensstörungen führen und sind mit körperlichen Leiden und Schmerzen für die Tiere verbunden. Laut § 11b Tierschutzgesetz ist die Zucht solcher Tiere verboten. Ein Kennzeichen dieser Rasse ist die züchterisch erzeugte starke Verkürzung des Gesichtsschädels. Dies führt zu einer Verengung der oberen Atemwege und des Tränenkanals, Einwärtsdrehen des Augenlidrandes sowie Vorbiss, Überbiss und Schiefbiss, was unter anderem die Nahrungsaufnahme extrem erschweren kann. Der breite Schädel erschwert eine natürliche Geburt. Wenn die Tiere anatomisch bedingt leiden, handelt es sich um eine Qualzucht. Als Anwält*innen der Tiere lehnen wir diese ab. Tierhalter*innen, die solche Zuchten unterstützen, handeln unverantwortlich.

Size
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Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Peter & Knöddel
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Hamburg · HamburgLearn about British Shorthair →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Peter & Knöddel home

What you'll need for Peter & Knöddel 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
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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 Peter & Knöddel

What life with Peter & Knöddel looks like

Peter & Knöddel is a young adult british shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Hamburg in Hamburg.

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.

Hamburg, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Peter & Knöddel, answered.

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