How do I contact the shelter about Ruby?

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

Can I adopt Ruby if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Bund der Katzenfreunde 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 Ruby 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 Ruby 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 Bund der Katzenfreunde e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ruby 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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Adopt Ruby

European Shorthair · Female

Click for full view. Color: brown-striped. Additional: vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped, FIV-positive. The BDK provides mediation assistance for Ruby, here is the text from the owner: We are urgently seeking a new home for this sweetest, most aloof, and most intelligent little cat. It's almost a miracle how much love and trust she immediately bestows upon anyone who is kind to her. Despite a difficult past and several placement mishaps, she remains incredibly clingy, gentle, and people-oriented. I would be happy to tell interested parties more about her history: Her tail was amputated after an accident and she is FIV-positive, which is often misunderstood and should not deter anyone. It simply means that her immune system is somewhat weakened, but she can still lead a completely happy and fulfilling life. Ideally, she would prefer to be the only cat in a household with someone who is not out all day – she really enjoys being the little princess and having all the attention to herself. She should remain an indoor cat, but of course she would be delighted with a secure balcony. She deserves a stable, loving home where she finally feels safe and loved. Currently, she has a foster home in Munich – here you can meet and visit her. Please contact us for further information, photos, or videos: House visits only.

Read original (de)

Zur Großansicht anklicken. Farbe: braun-getigert Sonstiges: geimpft, kastriert und gechipt, FIV-positiv Der BdK leistet Vermittlungshilfe für Ruby, hier der Text der Besitzerin: Wir suchen dringend ein neues Zuhause für diese süßeste, verschmusteste und intelligenteste kleine Katze. Es grenzt an ein Wunder, wie viel Liebe und Vertrauen sie jedem Menschen sofort schenkt, der freundlich zu ihr ist. Trotz einer schwierigen Vergangenheit und mehrerer Fehlgriffe bei der Unterbringung ist sie nach wie vor unglaublich anhänglich, sanft und menschenbezogen. Gerne erzähle ich Interessierten mehr über ihre Geschichte: Ihr Schwanz wurde nach einem Unfall amputiert und sie ist FIV-positiv, was oft missverstanden wird und niemanden abschrecken sollte. Es bedeutet lediglich, dass ihr Immunsystem etwas geschwächt ist, aber sie kann ein vollkommen glückliches und erfülltes Leben führen. Idealerweise wäre sie gerne die einzige Katze im Haushalt bei jemanden, der nicht den ganzen Tag außer Haus ist – sie genießt es wirklich, die kleine Prinzessin zu sein und die ganze Aufmerksamkeit für sich allein zu haben. Sie soll eine Wohnungskatze bleiben, aber über einen gesicherten Balkon würde sie sich natürlich freuen. Sie verdient ein stabiles, liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie sich endlich sicher und geliebt fühlt. Aktuell hat sie einen Pflegeplatz in München – hier könnt Ihr sie kennenlernen und besuchen. Bitte meldet Euch für weitere Informationen, Fotos oder Videos unter: Es gelten Hausbesuch, Adoptionsvertrag und Adoptionsgebühr. Kontakt: Ursula Mensah

Size

Small

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Grünwald

Shelter

Bund der Katzenfreunde e.V.

Living with Ruby

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped

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About Ruby

What life with Ruby looks like

Ruby is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Bund der Katzenfreunde e.V. in Grünwald.

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 Ruby, answered.

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