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Adopt Sony

Male · 3 years

Special feature: Outdoor run. Here is the Sony and slowly I'm becoming a regular guest. In my first home, I was simply left in the empty apartment and it didn't seem like they planned to take me along. After a relatively short time (I am also very cute), I found a new home. Unfortunately, I haven't behaved so well and have bitten my new ma'am multiple times. Yes, okay, I am totally pushy and insecure, maybe I misunderstood something and went on the offensive because of that. As you can see, I'm not averse to good food and would need a nice workout. You should definitely have some experience with cats to let me live with you. Due to my not-so-great past, I might still be a bit confused. I could also imagine living in a quiet neighborhood and going for walks. By now, I've also gotten into the habit of attacking when something doesn't suit me. Unfortunately, we still haven't figured out what triggers me. Physically, everything is okay with me; they turned me upside down and found nothing that justifies my behavior. However, struvite crystals were detected in my urine, which cause pain when urinating, for which I get yummy special food. For getting used to me, a separate area for me would be great, then I can retreat if everything gets too much for me. Sounds like a nice red guy with character, huh?. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Besonderes Merkmal: Freigang. Hier ist der Sony und langsam werde ich hier zum Dauergast. In meinem ersten Zuhause wurde ich einfach in der leerstehenden Wohnung zurückgelassen und es war anscheinend nicht geplant mich mitzunehmen. Nach relativ kurzer Zeit (ich bin ja auch ein hübscher), fand ich ein neues Zuhause. Leider habe ich mich nicht so gut benommen und mein neues Frauchen mehrfach gebissen. Ja okay, ich bin total aufdringlich und auch unsicher, vielleicht habe ich etwas missverstanden und bin deswegen auf Angriff gegangen. Wie man sieht, bin ich guten Futter nicht abgeneigt und bräuchte mal ein flottes Workout. Du solltest auf jeden Fall etwas Erfahrung mit Katzen haben, um mich bei dir Wohnen zu lassen. Aufgrund meiner nicht so schönen Vergangenheit bin ich vielleicht noch ein wenig durcheinander. Ich könnte mir auch vorstellen, in einer ruhigen Wohnumgebung auch um die Häuser zu ziehen. Mittlerweile hab ich mir hier auch angewöhnt, anzugreifen, wenn mir etwas nicht passt. Enttäuschenderweise haben wir noch nicht herausfinden können, was mich da so triggert. Gesundheitlich ist alles okay bei mir, die haben mich total auf den Kopf gestellt und nichts gefunden was mein Verhalten rechtfertigt. Allerdings wurden in meinem Urin Struvitkristalle festgestellt, die für Schmerzen beim Wasser lassen sorgen, wogegen ich leckeres Spezialfutter bekomme. Zur Eingewöhnung wäre ein eigener Bereich für mich toll, dann kann ich mich zurückziehen, wenn mir alles zu viel wird. Na, Bock auf einen hübschen roten mit Charakter?

Size
Medium
Age
3 years
Location
🇩🇪Essen
Shelter
Tierheim Essen
Living with Sony
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Tierheim Essen · Essen

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Sony home

What you'll need for Sony 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 Sony

What life with Sony looks like

Sony is a medium-sized adult cat waiting at Tierheim Essen in Essen.

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.

Note from the shelter: History of biting behavior, needs behavioral rehabilitation, struvite crystals requiring special diet, needs quiet environment and gradual introduction

🇩🇪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 Sony, answered.

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