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Scotty

European Shorthair · Male · Senior · 11 years

Gender: tomcat, neutered Since us: 9.5.2026 Features: Previously a pure outdoor cat, would like to continue having free roam, enclosure possible, single housing possible Temperament: Shy, reserved, fearful Scotty has a hard and resource-poor life as a street cat behind him. His entire life has been spent fighting outdoors and fathering several litters of kittens, until he was finally secured. The life on the street has left its mark. A likely years-long ear infection has deformed his ears, making his fur dull, and due to a flea saliva allergy, he is covered in bald spots. Now, he can recover at our animal shelter from his life as a street cat. However, he is not yet truly grateful. People were not always good to him, and he has learned to be wary. He observes us suspiciously and sometimes strikes when we get too close. Having had to fight a few other cat battles, he is only conditionally compatible with other cats. By now, he is neutered, his fur is somewhat more groomed, but he still appears worn and tired. It is no longer an option for him to survive on the street. A home where he can simply be himself without any demands placed on him, preferably as a single cat with the option to go out, would be perfect for him. Also, a yard with a warm shed and a place in the straw/heather with regular food and no escapes would be suitable for Scotty. Who will give this handsome tomcat, so marked by his life, a beautiful senior spot?

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Geschlecht: Kater, Kastriert Bei uns seit: 9.5.2026 Merkmale: Bisher reiner Freigänger, möchte weiterhin Freigang haben, Hofhaltung möglich, Einzelhaltung möglich Charakter: Schüchtern, zurückhaltend, ängstlich Scotty hat das harte und entbehrungsreiche Leben eines Straßenkaters hinter sich. Sein ganzes Leben hat er sich draussen durch schlagen müssen und dabei etliche Kitten gezeugt, bis es endlich gelang ihn zu sichern. Das Leben auf der Straße hat seine Spuren hinterlassen. Eine vermutlich Jahrelange Ohrenentzündung hat seine Ohren verformt, dass Fell war stumpf und durch eine Flohspeichelallergie war er mit kahlen Stellen übersät. Nun kann er sich bei uns im Tierheim von seinem Leben als Straßenkatze erholen. So richtig dankbar ist er deswegen aber noch nicht. Menschen waren nicht immer gut zu ihm und das hat er sich gemerkt. Misstrauisch und skeptisch beobachtet er uns und schlägt auch mal zu, wenn wir ihm zu nahe kommen. Den ein oder anderen Katerkampf musste er ausfechten, weswegen er auch nur bedingt mit anderen Katzen verträglich ist. Mittlerweile ist er kastriert, sein Fell wieder etwas gepflegter, aber er wirkt noch immer abgekämpft und müde. Es ist keine Option mehr für ihn sich auf der Straße durch zu schlagen. Ein Zuhause wo er einfach er selber sein darf, ohne Ansprüche die an ihn gestellt werden, gerne als Einzelkatze mit der Möglichkeit raus zu gehen, wären für ihn perfekt. Auch ein Hof mit einer warmen Scheune und einem Platz im Stroh/Heu mit regelmäßigem Futter und Entflohungen wäre für Scotty geeignet. Wer schenkt diesem hübschen Kater, der so gezeichnet ist von seinem Leben, einen schönen Seniorenplatz?

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇩🇪Eutin
Shelter
Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V.
Living with Scotty
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V. · EutinLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Scotty home

What you'll need for Scotty 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
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    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 Scotty

What life with Scotty looks like

Scotty is a senior european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V. in Eutin.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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 Scotty, answered.

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