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SAM

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

I’m Sam, and my life probably began in July 2021. For a long time, no one knew where I belonged. I wandered the streets of Spain, hoping—with every kind glance—that someone would finally notice me. Thankfully, kind people didn’t look away. They took me to the vet, giving me the chance for a fresh start. Today, I live at a foster home in Spain and every day show just how happy a safe, secure place can make me. I love curling up comfortably on the sofa and enjoying the closeness of people. I’m neutered, vaccinated, and dewormed. A blood test revealed that I’m FIV-positive. At first, that might sound worrying—but I’m healthy and show absolutely no symptoms. With the right care and attitude, I can lead a happy and fulfilling life as a cat. I’m a calm, gentle, and incredibly loving tomcat. My foster family calls me a real gentleman because I’m friendly, grateful, and easygoing. I don’t force myself into the spotlight; instead, I relish every cuddle and every bit of affectionate attention. My biggest wish is simply to belong—to feel like I truly belong somewhere. For my future, I’d love a loving home where I can stay forever. Since I’m FIV-positive, I’d prefer to join an existing household of FIV-positive cats. But I could also imagine a happy life as a single cat—provided my people have plenty of time for me and give me the closeness and attention I so deeply enjoy. More important than my test results is the fact that I finally get to arrive somewhere and be loved. Will you give me the chance at a forever home?

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Ich bin Sam und mein Leben begann vermutlich im Juli 2021. Lange wusste niemand, wohin ich gehöre. Ich streifte durch die Straßen Spaniens und hoffte mit jedem freundlichen Blick, dass mich endlich jemand sieht. Zum Glück haben liebe Menschen nicht weggeschaut. Sie brachten mich zum Tierarzt und schenkten mir damit die Chance auf einen Neuanfang. Heute lebe ich auf einer Pflegestelle in Spanien und zeige jeden Tag, wie glücklich mich ein sicheres Plätzchen macht. Am liebsten rolle ich mich gemütlich auf dem Sofa zusammen und genieße die Nähe der Menschen. Ich bin kastriert, geimpft und entwurmt. Bei einem Bluttest wurde festgestellt, dass ich FIV-positiv bin. Das klingt zunächst beunruhigend, doch ich bin gesund und habe keinerlei Symptome. Mit der richtigen Haltung kann ich ein schönes und erfülltes Katzenleben führen. Ich bin ein ruhiger, sanfter und sehr lieber Kater. Meine Pflegestelle nennt mich einen echten Gentleman, weil ich freundlich, dankbar und unkompliziert bin. Ich dränge mich nicht in den Vordergrund, sondern freue mich über jede Streicheleinheit und jede liebevolle Aufmerksamkeit. Mein größter Wunsch ist es, einfach dazuzugehören. Für meine Zukunft wünsche ich mir ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem ich für immer bleiben darf. Da ich FIV-positiv bin, möchte ich am liebsten zu bereits vorhandenen FIV-positiven Katzen ziehen. Genauso gut könnte ich mir aber auch ein Leben als glücklicher Einzelkater vorstellen – vorausgesetzt, meine Menschen haben viel Zeit für mich und schenken mir die Nähe und Aufmerksamkeit, die ich so sehr genieße. Viel wichtiger als mein Testergebnis ist für mich, dass ich endlich ankommen und geliebt werden darf. Schenkst du mir die Chance auf mein Für-immer-Zuhause?

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V.
Living with SAM
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
Cared for by Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing SAM home

What you'll need for SAM in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 SAM

What life with SAM looks like

SAM is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. in Germany.

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 SAM, answered.

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