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Samira

Mixed Breed · Unknown

In our stray-cat village in Mostar, Samira will be able to travel to Germany on August 7, 2026, and is still looking for a suitable foster or permanent home. Special features: Samira is an indoor cat. Samira from the “Vatican”—when a street-savvy heart longs for peace and quiet ❤️ The “Vatican” is the part of Mostar where Samira comes from. A grand name for a place where her life has long consisted of small moments: a bit of food, a familiar corner, a friendly hand, a safe distance until the next day. Samira lived outdoors, yet she never lost touch with people. She knows the paths of her neighborhood, the voices of her neighbors, and even the little dogs that have been part of everyday life there. She encounters them calmly and without fear—as if she’d long since understood that not every creature passing by poses a threat. Samira shares her origins from the same neighborhood as Balu. He, too, comes from the “Vatican” in Mostar and has already made his journey to happiness: he was allowed to travel to Germany on the last transport and now lives with his family. We’re now hoping for exactly this chance for Samira. She doesn’t necessarily need a second cat to be happy. Much more important to her is a reliable human companion, closeness, peace and quiet, and a place that feels like home—the moment you arrive. A small, dog-experienced dog could also be a great match for her.

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In einer Pflegestelle in 85221 Dachau. Samira sucht noch eine passende Endstelle. Besonderheiten: Samira ist eine Wohnungskatze. Samira aus dem „Vatikan“ – wenn ein Straßenherz sich nach Ruhe sehnt ❤️ „Vatikan“ heißt der Teil von Mostar, aus dem Samira kommt. Ein großer Name für einen Ort, an dem ihr Leben lange aus kleinen Momenten bestand: ein Stück Futter, eine vertraute Ecke, eine freundliche Hand, ein sicherer Abstand zum nächsten Tag. Samira hat draußen gelebt, aber sie hat den Menschen dabei nie verloren. Sie kennt die Wege ihrer Gegend, die Stimmen der Nachbarn und auch kleine Hunde, die dort zum Alltag gehörten. Ihnen begegnet sie ruhig und ohne Angst, als hätte sie längst verstanden, dass nicht jedes Wesen, das vorbeiläuft, Gefahr bedeutet. Mit Balu teilt Samira ihre Herkunft aus derselben Gegend. Auch er stammt aus dem „Vatikan“ in Mostar und hat seine Reise ins Glück bereits geschafft: Mit dem letzten Transport durfte er nach Deutschland ausreisen und lebt nun bei seiner Familie. Für Samira wünschen wir uns nun genau diese Chance. Sie braucht nicht zwingend eine zweite Katze, um glücklich zu werden. Viel wichtiger ist für sie ein verlässlicher Mensch, Nähe, Ruhe und ein Platz, der sich nach Ankommen anfühlt. Auch ein kleiner, katzenerfahrener Hund könnte gut zu ihr passen.

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Streunerglück e.V.
Living with Samira
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Streunerglück e.V. · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Samira home

What you'll need for Samira 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 Samira

What life with Samira looks like

Samira is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at Streunerglück e.V. in München.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

München, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Samira, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Samira?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Streunerglück e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Samira on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Samira if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Streunerglück 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Samira 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 Samira 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 Streunerglück e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Samira 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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