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Pit

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Pit—a special cat with a big heart. Pit is about 4 years old—and one of those cats you don’t just glance at; you instantly fall in love with him. With his loving, affectionate nature and gentle gaze, he manages to quietly enchant people. Pit has ataxia. That means his movements sometimes appear unsteady or uncoordinated. He walks a bit differently from other cats, occasionally stumbles, or seems a bit clumsy. But for Pit himself, this is completely normal—and the best part is: he handles it incredibly well. He plays, curiously explores his surroundings, and enjoys life in his very own way. Above all, there’s one thing Pit absolutely loves: his people. He’s deeply people-oriented, seeks closeness, and adores cuddling. At first, he can be a bit shy and easily startled. When something makes him feel insecure, he likes to hide under a blanket—a small, safe retreat of his own. But once he’s gained trust, he just wants to be right there, by your side. Pit also gets along great with other cats. He shows interest, friendliness, and openness toward fellow felines and would certainly have no problem enjoying their company. And despite everything, there’s still a playful side to him, too. We’re looking for a loving home for Pit—either in a purely indoor setting or with supervised outdoor access. What’s most important are people with big hearts who won’t focus solely on his special condition but will see the wonderful cat beneath it all. Because Pit doesn’t need pity—he just needs someone who loves him exactly as he is. Quick overview: • Age: approx. 4 years • Special feature: Ataxia (a neurological movement disorder)—but he handles it remarkably well • Personality: loving, affectionate, people-oriented, cuddly • Behavior: initially shy & easily startled; likes to hide under blankets • Social behavior: gets along well with other cats and is interested in them • Activity level: playful • Living situation: purely indoor or with supervised outdoor access Pit may walk a bit unsteadily through life—but his heart loves all the more because of it. 🐾💛

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🐾 Pit – ein ganz besonderer Kater sucht sein ganz besonderes Zuhause ❤️ Pit ist etwa 4,5 Jahre alt und ein unglaublich liebevoller, anhänglicher und menschenbezogener Kater. Er liebt es zu kuscheln und möchte am liebsten immer in der Nähe seiner Menschen sein. Dabei ist Pit anfangs etwas schüchtern und generell schreckhaft. Wenn ihm die Welt einmal zu viel wird, verschwindet er gerne unter einer gemütlichen Decke. Hat er Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt er jedoch, was für ein wundervoller Schmusekater in ihm steckt. Pit hat Ataxie. Das bedeutet, dass seine Bewegungen durch eine Koordinationsstörung etwas unsicher und wackelig sein können. Für Pit ist das aber längst kein Grund, auf Lebensfreude zu verzichten: er kommt gut damit zurecht, bewegt sich selbstständig und ist verspielt. Sein neues Zuhause sollte lediglich auf seine besonderen Bedürfnisse Rücksicht nehmen und Gefahrenstellen entsprechend absichern. Auf seiner Pflegestelle hat Pit die kleine Dolly kennengelernt – und sein Herz sofort verschenkt. Dolly ist seine kleine Prinzessin und die Beiden sind ein Herz und eine Seele. Deshalb möchten sie ihr neues Leben unbedingt gemeinsam beginnen. Für Pit und Dolly suchen wir ein ruhiges, liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie gemeinsam ankommen dürfen. Aufgrund seiner Ataxie kommt für Pit ausschließlich Wohnungshaltung oder gesicherter Freigang infrage. Kurzübersicht 📅 Alter: ca. 4,5 Jahre ❤️ Charakter: liebevoll, anhänglich, menschenbezogen, verschmust 🐾 Besonderheit: Ataxie, kommt damit sehr gut zurecht 🙈 anfangs: schüchtern und schreckhaft 💕 Wunsch: gemeinsames Zuhause mit Dolly 🏡 Haltung: reine Wohnungshaltung oder gesicherter Freigang

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Stendal
Shelter
Tierheim Stendal
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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Pit home

What you'll need for Pit 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
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
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    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 Pit

What life with Pit looks like

Pit is an adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Stendal in Stendal.

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.

Stendal, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Pit, answered.

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