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Pino

Unknown · Young · 1 year

June 2026 Pino underwent an operation in May on his left front paw. A steel plate was used to stabilize his leg so that he can now bear more weight on it and have a more upright stance while walking. In the meantime, he had to temporarily switch foster homes, as his foster mom is going on a longer overseas trip. The little brave prince has handled the post-op effects well, but he still needs about three more weeks of physical rest. Currently, he lives in his own spacious nomad tent, which requires a lot of patience from him, as he would very much like to play and run around. Another X-ray will be conducted, but we are optimistic that the result will be very good. The treating veterinarian also sees the necessity to operate on Pino's right elbow, where the bones have not fused together, in the foreseeable future. This would give Pino a good chance at a nearly normal cat life. We wish him this, but it is very costly. What we also wish heartily for the barely one-year-old Pino is that he can finally move into a forever home with a loving family. The sociable and playful tomcat, who always seeks human company and needs lots of play and cuddles, is currently underutilized at his foster home, which is, of course, also due to the housing situation. Pino has great trust in humans; he opens up immediately and is simply a treasure. With his charm and his cheerful need to communicate, he wins all cat lovers over with his paws. Since he arrived in Germany, he has not had such perfect experiences with fellow animals and is at risk of becoming a solitary prince. The circumstances have led to the fact that in this first crucial year of socialization, he was not able to meet any age-matched playmates.

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Juli 2026 Pino wurde im Mai erfolgreich an seiner linken Vorderpfote operiert. Durch eine Stahlplatte konnte sein Beinchen so stabilisiert werden, dass er es zukünftig deutlich besser belasten kann. Dennoch sieht der behandelnde Arzt die Notwendigkeit auch Pinos rechten Ellenbogen, bei dem die Knochen nicht miteinander verwachsen sind, in absehbarer Zeit zu operieren . Damit hätte Pino deutlich bessere Chancen auf ein schmerzfreies Leben . Unser Ziel ist es vor allem, dass Pino noch viele gute Jahre ohne chronische Schmerzen leben kann. Denn Pino wird durch seine angeborene Fehlbildung immer ein Handicap haben. Was wir dem einjährigen Pino genauso von Herzen wünschen ist, dass er endlich auch bei einer lieben Familie in ein Für-Immer-Zuhause einziehen darf. Pino ist ein geselliger und lustiger Kater, der immer die Nähe des Menschen sucht und viele Spiel- und Streicheleinheiten braucht. Pino hat großes Vertrauen in Menschen , und ist einfach ein Goldschatz . Mit seinem Charme und seinem fröhlichen Mitteilungsbedürfnis wickelt er alle Katzenliebhaber um seine Pfötchen. Seit er in Deutschland ist, haben es die Umstände so ergeben, dass er in diesem ersten wichtigen Jahr der Sozialisation keine gleichaltrigen Spielgefährten kennenlernen durfte. Das fehlt dem süßen Knopf sehr. Altersgemäß liebt er es, alles auszuprobieren, was jungen Katzen so einfällt: jagen, spielen, Wasserspiele, auch die Medienwelt hat es ihm angetan. Fernsehen und Katzenfilme auf dem Handy scrollen, steht auch auf seinem Programm. Ich wünsche mir für Pino eine Familie mit viel Zeit, Katzenerfahrung und Freude am Zusammenleben mit einem klugen und besonderen Kater. Verantwortungsbewusste Kinder ab 10 Jahre wären für Pino genauso gute Gefährten wie ein entspannter Artgenosse oder ein katzenerprobter, entspannter Hund. Wenn für Pinos Beweglichkeit das optimale Behandlungsergebnis herauskommt, dann wird er auf jeden Fall in einem katzensicheren Garten sein Glück finden können. Die PfotenFreunde stehen b

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V.
Living with Pino
  • Neutered
Cared for by PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V. · Germany

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Pino home

What you'll need for Pino 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 Pino

What life with Pino looks like

Pino is a large young adult cat waiting at PfotenFreunde Sardinien 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. 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 Pino, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Pino?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pino on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Pino if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — PfotenFreunde Sardinien 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Pino 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 Pino 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 PfotenFreunde Sardinien e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pino 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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