How do I contact the shelter about Pina?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Gelsenkirchen handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pina on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Pina if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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 Pina 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 Pina 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 Gelsenkirchen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pina 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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Pina

European Shorthair · Female

🐾Pina – soft sounds, clear wishes!🐾 Pina is a quiet, sensitive cat who knows exactly what she needs: peace, clarity, and time to settle in. ❤️✨So we experience Pina at the animal shelter: Pina is a very quiet cat who cannot handle stress well. Other cats, chaos, or unrest put her under clear pressure – that’s why she’s looking for a very quiet home:❌ no children❌ no other animals❌ no hectic everyday life 🐾Single cat with clear husbandry: Pina absolutely dislikes other cats. Even sounds or smells from the station stress her noticeably. As a single cat, she can breathe a sigh of relief and show who she really is. 🌿Housing wish: Pina will likely need a run around to be permanently content – we can’t say for sure at the moment. But it’s clear: she needs a place to retreat, peace, and control over her environment. 🎯Training & Play: Clicker training is generally something Pina enjoys – if the reward matches. 😄A few treats are absolutely acceptable, but for other things, she looks at you with a bit of skepticism: “How exactly is THAT a reward?” She loves playing with toys, and she also likes to observe very quietly, attentively, and intently. 💬Contact needs – but at her own pace: Pina wants contact with people, but she needs enough peace first to calm down. If given this time, she shows herself to be open, curious, and playful – in her quiet way. 💖Conclusion: Pina is not a cat for action or chaos, but for people with a quiet home, patience, and a fine sense. Whoever gives her security gets a thoughtful, special companion. This cat needs outdoor access.

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🐾Pina – leise Töne, klare Wünsche!🐾 Pina ist eine ruhige, sensible Katze, die ganz genau weiß, was sie braucht: Frieden, Übersicht und Zeit zum Ankommen.🤍 ✨So erleben wir Pina im Tierheim:Pina ist eine sehr ruhige Katze, die Stress nicht gut aushalten kann. Andere Katzen, Trubel oder Unruhe setzen sie deutlich unter Druck – deshalb sucht sie einen sehr ruhigen Haushalt:❌ keine Kinder❌ keine anderen Tiere❌ kein hektischer Alltag 🐾Einzelkatze mit klarer Haltung:Pina mag absolut keine anderen Katzen. Schon Geräusche oder Gerüche aus der Station stressen sie merklich. Als Einzelkatze kann sie dagegen aufatmen und zeigen, wer sie wirklich ist. 🌿Wohnwunsch:Vermutlich wird Pina Freigang benötigen, um dauerhaft zufrieden zu sein – ganz sicher können wir das aktuell noch nicht sagen. Klar ist aber: Sie braucht Rückzug, Ruhe und Kontrolle über ihre Umgebung. 🎯Training & Spiel:Clickertraining findet Pina grundsätzlich toll – wenn die Belohnung stimmt.😄Einige Leckerchenstängchen sind absolut akzeptabel, bei anderem schaut sie einen eher skeptisch an nach dem Motto: „Wie genau soll DAS jetzt eine Belohnung sein?“Spielangeln liebt sie, außerdem beobachtet sie sehr gern – ruhig, aufmerksam, konzentriert. 💬Kontaktbedürfnis – aber in ihrem Tempo:Pina möchte Kontakt zu Menschen, braucht dafür aber zuerst ausreichend Ruhe, um runterzufahren.Gibt man ihr diese Zeit, zeigt sie sich offen, neugierig und verspielt – auf ihre leise Art. 💖Fazit:Pina ist keine Katze für Action oder Trubel, sondern für Menschen mit einem ruhigen Zuhause, Geduld und Feingefühl. Wer ihr Sicherheit gibt, bekommt eine aufmerksame, besondere Begleiterin.

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Location

🇩🇪Gelsenkirchen

Shelter

Tierheim Gelsenkirchen

Living with Pina

✓Spayed
✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids

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About Pina

What life with Pina looks like

Pina is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Gelsenkirchen in Gelsenkirchen.

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.

Gelsenkirchen, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Pina, answered.

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