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Sorrel

European Shorthair · Male · Young · 2 years

Sorrel is a very special tomcat: He came to us with nine kitten siblings and their mom, and he took great care of the little ones – a truly wonderful cat dad. Now it’s time for him to find his own home. At first, Sorrel is a bit reserved, but his curious side soon comes out. With patience and care, he will let you pet him and begin to trust you. We wish for Sorrel a loving home where he can settle in at his own pace – either with a free roam or in a home suitable for apartment living with another cat by his side. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Sorrel ist ein ganz besonderer Kater: Er kam gemeinsam mit neun Katzenkindern und ihrer Mama zu uns und hat sich rührend mit um die Kleinen gekümmert – ein wirklich toller Katzenpapa. Jetzt ist es an der Zeit, dass auch er ankommen darf und sein eigenes Zuhause findet. Anfangs zeigt sich Sorrel noch etwas zurückhaltend, doch seine neugierige Seite kommt schnell zum Vorschein. Mit Ruhe und Geduld lässt er sich streicheln und beginnt, Vertrauen zu fassen. Für Sorrel wünschen wir uns ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem er in seinem Tempo ankommen darf – entweder mit Freigang oder in Wohnungshaltung mit einer zweiten Katze an seiner Seite.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Kreistierheim Böblingen
Living with Sorrel
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Sorrel home

What you'll need for Sorrel 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 Sorrel

What life with Sorrel looks like

Sorrel is a young adult european shorthair cat waiting at Kreistierheim Böblingen in Germany.

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 Sorrel, answered.

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