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Puma

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 8 years

Puma is looking for experienced people with patience. Puma came to us as a private donation after his owner was no longer able to care for him due to health reasons. Upon arrival, it quickly became clear that his own health status was not the best either. A blood test finally revealed the diagnosis: diabetes. Currently, Puma is still in the acclimation phase. Before regular treatment can be possible, we are working on gaining his trust first. He is still very uncertain about people and does not know how to react in many situations. Nevertheless, he shows interest in his caregivers - especially when snacks are involved. In the meantime, he also lets himself be gently stroked and makes progress step by step. His diet has already been changed to a suitable special food. Adjusting his diabetes will still require time and patience. We are looking for calm, experienced cat owners who ideally have experience with diabetes or are willing to deal intensively with the topic. Fear of needles should not be present, nor should one be aware that Puma will also require regular veterinary check-ups and medical care in the future. A home with small children, other animals or a lot of noise is not an option for Puma. He is looking for a quiet apartment with a secure balcony where he can gain trust at his own pace.

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Puma sucht erfahrene Menschen mit GeduldPuma kam als private Abgabe zu uns, nachdem seine Halterin aus gesundheitlichen Gründen nicht mehr in der Lage war, sich ausreichend um ihn zu kümmern. Bei seiner Ankunft war schnell klar, dass auch sein eigener Gesundheitszustand nicht der beste war.Eine Blutuntersuchung brachte schließlich die Diagnose: Diabetes.Aktuell befindet sich Puma noch in der Eingewöhnungsphase. Bevor eine regelmäßige Behandlung möglich ist, arbeiten wir zunächst daran, sein Vertrauen zu gewinnen. Er ist Menschen gegenüber noch sehr unsicher und weiß in vielen Situationen nicht, wie er reagieren soll. Dennoch zeigt er Interesse an seinen Bezugspersonen – besonders, wenn Snacks im Spiel sind. Inzwischen lässt er sich auch vorsichtig streicheln und macht Schritt für Schritt Fortschritte.Seine Ernährung wurde bereits auf ein geeignetes Spezialfutter umgestellt. Die Einstellung seines Diabetes wird noch Zeit und Geduld erfordern.Für Puma suchen wir ruhige, erfahrene Katzenhalter, die idealerweise bereits Erfahrung mit Diabetes haben oder bereit sind, sich intensiv mit dem Thema auseinanderzusetzen. Berührungsängste im Umgang mit Spritzen sollten nicht vorhanden sein, ebenso sollte man sich bewusst sein, dass Puma auch in Zukunft regelmäßige tierärztliche Kontrollen und medizinische Versorgung benötigen wird.Ein Zuhause mit kleinen Kindern, anderen Tieren oder viel Trubel kommt für Puma nicht infrage. Er sucht eine ruhige Wohnung mit gesichertem Balkon, in der er in seinem eigenen Tempo Vertrauen fassen kann.

Size
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Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Franziskus-Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Puma
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Franziskus-Tierheim Hamburg · HamburgLearn about European Shorthair →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Puma home

What you'll need for Puma 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
    Editor's pick

    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 Puma

What life with Puma looks like

Puma is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Franziskus-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 Puma, answered.

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