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Sonny und Penny

European Shorthair · Male

Today, we're looking for something akin to finding a needle in a giant haystack. This pair is seeking a very special home. We introduce you to Sonny and his one-eyed companion, Penny. Penny couldn't return to the place where she was found; she was born around 2019. Sonny was born in 2022. Both were captured as adults. Sonny came from a farm, to which he couldn't return. Penny had to have one eye removed due to an injury, preventing her from returning to the place where she was found. Both have lived on one of our foster homes ever since and enjoy the warmth and dryness. However, people find them questionable and keep their distance. If it were up to them, it would be sufficient for the human staff to serve food and treats and clean the litter boxes. And that's why we're seeking a special foster home for the two, even though it will likely be incredibly challenging. We're looking for a cat-loving person who has enough space to give the two a place of retreat, which they desperately need, without any expectations or pressure on them. Even with the knowledge that they might never be touchable and let the two live as they wish. But with a watchful eye on them, so we can intervene if anything should happen. Due to their special characteristics (long-haired and one-eyed), they should not be in an unsecured outdoor area. Maybe someone has a huge heart and plenty of space and wants to help them? Feel free to contact us via email, message on Facebook, or by phone.

DE·Show original

Heute suchen wir so etwas ähnliches wie eine winzig kleine Stecknadel in einem riesigen Heuhaufen. Dieses Pärchen sucht ein ganz besonderes Zuhause. Wir stellen Euch heute unseren Sonny und seine einäugige Freundin Penny vor. Penny konnte damals nicht mehr an die Fangstelle zurück, sie ist ca. 2019 geboren. Sonny ist 2022 geboren. Beide wurden als erwachsene Katzen eingefangen. Sonny stammt von einem Bauernhof, wohin er nicht zurück konnte. Penny musste aufgrund einer Verletzung ein Auge entfernt werden, womit sie ebenfalls nicht wieder an die Fundstelle zurück konnte. Beide leben seitdem auf einer unserer Pflegestellen und genießen es auch, im Warmen und Trockenen zu leben. Menschen finden sie allerdings fragwürdig und halten Abstand. Wenn es nach ihnen ginge, würde es völlig ausreichen, dass das menschliche Personal Futter und Leckerlies serviert und die Katzenklos reinigt. Und genau aus dem Grund besuchen wir eine besondere Pflegestelle/Zuhause für die beiden, auch wenn es wahrscheinlich unfassbar schwierig werden wird. Wir suchen einen katzenliebenden Menschen, der ausreichend Platz hat, den beiden ihren Rückzugsort zu geben, den sie unbedingt brauchen, ohne Erwartungen oder Druck an die beiden. Auch mit dem Wissen, dass sie vielleicht nie anfassbar sein werden und die zwei so leben lässt, wie sie es wollen. Aber eben doch mit dem wachsamen Auge auf sie, so dass wir einschreiten können, wenn irgendetwas sein sollte. Die beiden sollen aufgrund ihrer Besonderheiten (langhaarig und einäugig) nicht in den ungesicherten Freigang. Vielleicht hat ja jemand eine riesengroßes Herz und viel Platz und möchte den beiden helfen? Meldet Euch gern per E-Mail, via Nachricht auf Facebook oder telefonisch unter oder .

Size
Tiny
Age
Location
🇩🇪Köln
Shelter
Straßenkatzen Köln e.V.
Living with Sonny und Penny
  • Vaccinated
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Straßenkatzen Köln e.V. · KölnLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Sonny und Penny home

What you'll need for Sonny und Penny 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 Sonny und Penny

What life with Sonny und Penny looks like

Sonny und Penny is a very small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Straßenkatzen Köln e.V. in Köln.

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 Sonny und Penny, answered.

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