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Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 6 years

Sir Nörgel is a handsome cat who was found in Bonn, unkempt and not neutered or tagged. He has many small matted areas and his fur is still dull and lackluster in parts. Since his arrival at the shelter, he has unfortunately had recurring diarrhea or soft stool. We were able to manage the problem with dietary changes at times, but his stool does not improve in the long term. A stool test did not reveal any underlying diseases. We would be happy to advise you on this. A cat with a similar problem was Schnubbel. He also came to us unkempt, unneutered, and very intimidated and reserved. We introduced him to Sir Nörgel, as both initially received special feeding and showed great curiosity about each other. And so what could have become a purpose-based WG due to the special food is now a real cat friendship. The two get along very well and share a common passion: eating. But they are not jealous of each other at all; on the contrary: they sit together nicely at the bowls and wait for a second helping - they never hiss. After a silly vet visit, Sir Nörgel even devotedly groomed Schnubbel. Schnubbel now tolerates different food without problems; Sir Nörgel unfortunately still has occasional digestive problems; but he is not dirty. Generally, Sir Nörgel is active and curious, Schnubbel still rather reserved. But when he is hungry or eating, you can also easily pet him. He does not actively seek contact and if you approach him in his cave, he sometimes reacts dismissively and hisses. Therefore, they are not suitable for cat beginners or children - Schnubbel needs cat-experienced people who give him his space. After a longer acclimation period, the two should be allowed to roam around outside together.

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Manche Katzen erzählen uns gerne viel von dem, was in ihnen vorgeht – so auch Sir Nörgel. In seiner Zeit in Quarantäne hat er quasi dauerhaft Konzerte gegeben; inzwischen ist er etwas ruhiger geworden. Wir glauben, dass es ihm hauptsächlich um Aufmerksamkeit (und Futter) geht, denn sobald man sich mit beschäftigt, fährt er spürbar runter. Der hübsche Kater wurde in Bonn gefunden, war ungepflegt und nicht kastriert oder gekennzeichnet. Sir Nörgel hatte viele kleine Verfilzungen und sein Fell ist teilweise immer noch stumpf und glanzlos. Seit seiner Ankunft im Tierheim hat er leider auch immer wieder Durchfall bzw. weichen Kot. Zeitweise konnten wir das Problem mit Futterumstellungen in den Griff kriegen, langfristig bessert sich sein Kot jedoch nicht. Auch eine Kotuntersuchung zeigte keine zugrundeliegenden Krankheiten. Wir beraten Sie hierzu gerne. Ein Kater mit einer ähnlichen Problematik war Schnubbel. Auch er kam ungepflegt, unkastriert und zudem sehr eingeschüchtert und zurückhaltend zu uns ins Tierheim. Wir haben ihn und Sir Nörgel miteinander bekannt gemacht, da beide zunächst eine spezielle Fütterung bekammen und sich sehr neugierig auf Artgenossen zeigten. Und siehe da: was auch eine Zweck-WG aufgrund des speziellen Futters hätte werden können, ist nun eine echte Kater-Freundschaft. Die Beiden kommen sehr gut miteinander aus und teilen eine gemeinsame Leidenschaft: das Fressen. Dabei sind sie aber überhaupt nicht eifersüchtig aufeinander; ganz im Gegenteil: sie sitzen zusammen brav an den Näpfen und warten auf Nachschlag – gefaucht wird hier nie. Nach einem doofen Tierarztbesuch hat Sir Nörgel Schnubbel sogar hingebungsvoll geputzt. Schnubbelchen verträgt inzwischen verschiedene Futtersorten ohne Probleme; Sir Nörgel hat leider weiterhin zeitweise Verdauungsprobleme; ist aber nicht unsauber. Grundsätzlich zeigt sich Sir Nörgel aktiv und vorwitzig, Schnubbel weiterhin eher zurückhaltend. Aber wenn er hungrig ist oder gerade frisst, kann man ihn auch problemlos streicheln. Kontakt aktiv einfordern ist nicht sein Ding und wenn man sich ihm in seiner Höhle nähert, reagiert er manchmal abweisend und faucht. Daher sind die Beiden nicht für Katzenanfänger:innen oder Kinder geeignet – Schnubbel braucht katzenerfahrene Menschen, die ihm seinen Raum lassen. Nach einer längeren Eingewöhnungszeit sollten die Zwei gemeinsam draußen herumstromern dürfen.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Bonn
Shelter
Tierheim Bonn
Living with Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Bonn · BonnLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel home

What you'll need for Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Feliway Calming Spray

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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel

What life with Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel looks like

Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Bonn in Bonn.

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 Schnubbel & Sir Nörgel, answered.

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