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Scratchy

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 2 years

Hello to all cat lovers, I am the sweet Scratchy. I am a found cat at our shelter and unfortunately, no one has missed me since my arrival. Upon my arrival, a scratch on my head was discovered, but now I am feeling much better. I can hardly wait to find a beautiful new home! At first, I only allowed my foster parents to gently stroke me and was quite reserved. Over time, however, I have thawed out quite a bit, and my loving nature is becoming more and more apparent. I simply need a little patience and calmness, but as soon as trust is built, I am a fantastic and sophisticated tomcat. When I have enough cuddles, I can also show that I don't want any more. In my new home, I would prefer to be a solo prince and wish for free roam in a quiet street setting. Here at the animal shelter, I have already been neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. My departure is now nothing in the way. Therefore, I would be thrilled about your visit! If you are looking for a quiet and young tomcat, please contact my foster parents at the animal shelter and arrange a meeting. I am waiting up here for you!. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Hallo an alle Katzenliebhaber, ich bin der süße Scratchy. Ich bin als Fundtier hier im Tierheim gelandet und werde leider bis heute von keinem vermisst. Bei meiner Ankunft wurde ein Kratzer an meinem Kopf entdeckt, doch mittlerweile geht es mir aber wieder gut. Nun kann ich es kaum erwarten, ein schönes neues Zuhause zu finden!Am Anfang habe ich mich von meinen Pflegern nur ganz vorsichtig streicheln lassen und war noch ziemlich zurückhaltend. Mit der Zeit bin ich allerdings schon ordentlich aufgetaut, sodass sich mein liebes Wesen immer deutlicher zeigt. Ich brauche einfach nur ein wenig Geduld und Ruhe, doch sobald ich Vertrauen aufgebaut habe, bin ich ein ganz toller und verschmuster Kater. Wenn ich genug von den Streicheleinheiten habe, kann ich aber auch zeigen, dass ich keine Lust mehr habe. In meinem neuen Zuhause würde ich vorzugsweise gerne Einzelprinz sein und wünsche mir Freigang in einer ruhigen Straßenlage. Hier im Tierheim wurde ich auch schon kastriert, gechippt und geimpft. Meinem Auszug steht jetzt also nichts mehr im Wege. Ich würde mich daher tierisch über Euren Besuch freuen! Wenn Ihr nach einem ruhigen und jungen Kater sucht, dann meldet Euch doch bittebei meinen Pflegern im Tierheim und macht einen Termin zum Kennenlernen aus. Ich warte so lange hier oben auf Euch! Euer hübscher Scratchy

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Remagen
Shelter
Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen.
Living with Scratchy
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Cared for by Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. · RemagenLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Scratchy home

What you'll need for Scratchy 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 Scratchy

What life with Scratchy looks like

Scratchy is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. in Remagen.

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 Scratchy, answered.

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