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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 besonderer Kämpfer mit großem Herzen Pit ist etwa 4 Jahre alt – und einer dieser Kater, die man nicht einfach nur anschaut, sondern sofort ins Herz schließt. Mit seiner liebevollen, anhänglichen Art und seinem sanften Blick schafft er es, Menschen ganz leise zu verzaubern. Pit hat Ataxie. Das bedeutet, dass seine Bewegungen manchmal wackelig oder unkoordiniert wirken. Er läuft etwas anders als andere Katzen, stolpert gelegentlich oder wirkt tapsiger. Doch für Pit selbst ist das ganz normal – und das Schönste daran: er kommt unglaublich gut damit zurecht. Er spielt, erkundet neugierig seine Umgebung und genießt sein Leben auf seine ganz eigene Weise. Vor allem liebt Pit eines ganz besonders: seine Menschen. Er ist sehr menschenbezogen, sucht die Nähe und kuschelt für sein Leben gern. Anfangs zeigt er sich etwas schüchtern und schreckhaft. Wenn ihn etwas verunsichert, verkriecht er sich gerne unter einer Decke – sein kleiner, sicherer Rückzugsort. Doch sobald er Vertrauen gefasst hat, möchte er am liebsten einfach nur dabei sein. Auch mit anderen Katzen kommt Pit gut zurecht. Er zeigt sich interessiert, freundlich und aufgeschlossen gegenüber Artgenossen und hätte sicher nichts gegen nette Gesellschaft einzuwenden. Außerdem steckt trotz allem noch eine verspielte Seite in ihm. Für Pit suchen wir ein liebevolles Zuhause in reiner Wohnungshaltung oder mit gesichertem Freigang. Wichtig sind vor allem Menschen mit Herz, die ihn nicht auf seine Besonderheit reduzieren, sondern den wundervollen Kater dahinter sehen. Denn Pit braucht kein Mitleid. Er braucht einfach jemanden, der ihn liebt – genau so, wie er ist. Kurzübersicht • Alter: ca. 4 Jahre • Besonderheit: Ataxie (neurologische Bewegungsstörung), kommt sehr gut damit zurecht • Charakter: liebevoll, anhänglich, menschenbezogen, verschmust • Verhalten: anfangs schüchtern & schreckhaft, versteckt sich gern unter Decken • Sozialverhalten: verträglich und interessiert an Artgenossen • Aktivität: verspielt • Haltung: reine Wohnungshaltung oder gesicherter Freigang Pit läuft vielleicht etwas wackeliger durchs Leben – aber sein Herz liebt dafür umso größer. 🐾💛

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Stendal
Shelter
Tierheim Stendal
Living with Pit
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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
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    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 a large 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. 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 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
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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