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Back at the foster home, Rumba no longer displays this behavior. She was thoroughly examined by a veterinarian; the marking was not due to any organic background but was solely due to the stressful situations she experienced. Rumba is a cat with a high need for cuddles. She is people-oriented, playful, and very clingy. She likes to run around, jump onto laps, come when called, and is always happy when her primary caregiver is there. She does not particularly enjoy being lifted high. Attempts to introduce her to other cats have unfortunately not been successful. Therefore, Rumba would prefer to live as a single cat with a free roam in her new home. For her new home, we are looking for people whose family planning is already complete. Older children are no problem for her. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Rasse: Europäisch Kurzhaar Geschlecht: weiblich Geburtsdatum: unbekannt Farbe: schwarz Zurück auf der Pflegestelle zeigt Rumba dieses Verhalten nicht mehr. Sie wurde ausführlich tierärztlich untersucht; das Markieren hat keinen organischen Hintergrund, sondern war ausschließlich auf die belastenden Stresssituationen zurückzuführen. Rumba ist eine Katze mit großem Kuschelbedarf. Sie ist menschenbezogen, verspielt und sehr anhänglich. Sie läuft gern hinterher, springt auf den Schoß, kommt auf Zuruf und freut sich jedes Mal, wenn ihre Bezugsperson da ist. Nur Hochgehoben zu werden, mag sie nicht besonders gern. Der Versuch, sie mit anderen Katzen zu vergesellschaften, ist leider nicht geglückt. Rumba möchte daher in ihrem neuen Zuhause lieber als Einzelkatze, mit Freigang leben. Für ihr neues Zuhause wünschen wir uns daher Menschen, deren Familienplanung bereits abgeschlossen ist. Ältere Kinder sind für sie kein Problem. Die nette Katzendame lebt derzeit auf einer Pflegestelle in 74259 Widdern und kann dort nach Absprache kennengelernt werden. Interessenten melden sich bitte unter Angabe einer Telefonnummer per E-Mail bei:

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Heilbronn
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Heilbronn
Living with Rumba
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Heilbronn · Heilbronn

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Rumba home

What you'll need for Rumba 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 Rumba

What life with Rumba looks like

Rumba is a large adult cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Heilbronn in Heilbronn.

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 Rumba, answered.

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