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Adopt Simba

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Simba is an active and playful tomcat who would greatly appreciate a feline companion in his new home! While playing, he can be a bit rough, so the existing tomcat shouldn't be too delicate. Of course, some patience and finesse are required when introducing them to each other so they can get to know each other at their own pace. Simba will only be rehomed to an apartment living situation. Simba has already been in the animal shelter three times, so it is very important to us that this doesn't happen a fourth time. People who lack the patience for a proper introduction should not consider adopting Simba. It is important that he finds a tomcat with a similar play drive and age. Simba can get along with fellow animals, but they shouldn't be overly sensitive or delicate. Of course, he doesn't want a bully; that's a whole different thing.

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Simba ist ein aktiver und verspielter Kater, der sich über einen Katzenkumpel im neuen Zuhause sehr freuen würde! Beim Spielen kann es da auch schon etwas ruppiger zugehen, deshalb sollte der vorhandene Kater nicht zu zart besaitet sein.Bei der Zusammenführung ist natürlich etwas Geduld und Fingerspitzengefühl gefragt, damit sich beide Tiere in ihrem eigenen Tempo kennenlernen können. Simba wird nur in Wohnungshaltung vermittelt. Simba ist nun schon zum dritten Mal im Tierheim gelandet. Uns ist es also sehr wichtig, dass dies kein viertes Mal geschieht. Menschen, die keine Geduld zu einer ordentlichen Zusammenführung haben, sollten sich bitte nicht für Simba melden. Wichtig ist, dass er sicher einen Kater mit ähnlich grobem Spieltrieb und ähnlichem Alter benötigt. Simba kann mit Artgenossen, nur sollten diese keine sensiblen, zarten Wesen sein. Natürlich wünscht er sich keinen Mobber. Das ist ein gewaltiger Unterschied.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Herne
Shelter
Tierheim Herne-Wanne
Living with Simba
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tierheim Herne-Wanne · Herne

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Simba home

What you'll need for Simba 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
    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 Simba

What life with Simba looks like

Simba is a adult cat waiting at Tierheim Herne-Wanne in Herne.

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 Simba, answered.

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