How do I contact the shelter about Ricarda?

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

Can I adopt Ricarda if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein St. Pölten 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 Ricarda 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 Ricarda 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 Tierschutzverein St. Pölten early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ricarda 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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Ricarda

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 2 years

I am Ricarda! I wandered around the animal shelter for weeks, always peeking in curiously. With some patience and tasty treats, I was finally fed and gradually gained trust in people. When my caregivers finally took me to the shelter, I quickly realized it was actually quite nice, especially because there are plenty of pets and attention. I am a very affectionate and people-oriented cat and enjoy every attention. At the same time, I am still young and of course have a lot of energy. Playing, running around and exploring my surroundings are just part of me. I also get along well with other cats and I enjoy cat company. That's why I can easily imagine sharing my new home with a friendly, also young and playful cat. For my new home, I wish loving people who give me the necessary time after moving in to settle in quietly. After a corresponding adjustment period, I would like to enjoy outdoor access again and explore my surroundings. If you are looking for a playful, curious and affectionate young cat and would like to give me a loving home, then please contact the animal shelter. Maybe I will soon have my own home with lots of cuddles. Your Ricarda!

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Hallo, ich bin Ricarda! Ich streunte Wochenlang rund um das Tierheim und schaute immer wieder neugierig vorbei. Mit etwas Geduld und leckerem Futter konnte ich schließlich angefüttert werden und fasste nach und nach Vertrauen zu den Menschen. Als mich meine Tierpflegerinnen schließlich mit ins Tierheim nahmen, merkte ich schnell, dass es hier eigentlich ganz schön ist, besonders weil es jede Menge Streicheleinheiten und Aufmerksamkeit gibt. Ich bin eine sehr verschmuste und menschenbezogene Katze und genieße jede Aufmerksamkeit. Gleichzeitig bin ich noch jung und habe natürlich jede Menge Energie. Spielen, herumflitzen und meine Umgebung erkunden gehören für mich einfach dazu. Auch mit anderen Katzen komme ich gut zurecht und ich freue mich über Katzengesellschaft. Deshalb kann ich mir gut vorstellen, mein neues Zuhause mit einer freundlichen, ebenfalls noch jungen und verspielten Katze zu teilen. Für mein neues Zuhause wünsche ich mir liebevolle Menschen, die mir nach dem Einzug die nötige Zeit geben, um mich in Ruhe einzugewöhnen. Nach einer entsprechenden Eingewöhnungsphase möchte ich wieder Freigang genießen und meine Umgebung erkunden dürfen. Wenn du eine verschmuste, verspielte und neugierige junge Katze suchst und mir ein liebevolles Zuhause schenken möchtest, dann melde dich gerne im Tierheim. Vielleich habe ich schon bald mein eigenes Zuhause mit ganz viel Kuscheleinheiten. Deine Ricarda!

Size

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Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇦🇹St. Pölten

Shelter

Tierschutzverein St. Pölten

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Bringing Ricarda home

What you'll need for Ricarda in week one.

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About Ricarda

What life with Ricarda looks like

Ricarda is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein St. Pölten in St. Pölten.

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 Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

St. Pölten, Austria — browse more cats in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ricarda, answered.

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