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Surkh

Mixed Breed Cat Β· Male

We are now seeking a new home for this proud and friendly tomcat where he can go outside. Surkh is Persian and means red. He is used to dogs.

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Nun suchen wir fΓΌr diesen stolzen und freundlichen Kater ein neues Zuhause, wo er ins Freie darf. Surkh ist persisch und bedeutet rot. Er ist Hunde gewohnt.

Size
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Age
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Location
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­Switzerland
Shelter
Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum Thurgau
Living with Surkh
  • βœ“Neutered
Cared for by Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum ThurgauΒ Β· SwitzerlandLearn about Mixed Breed Cat β†’

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Surkh home

What you'll need for Surkh 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 Surkh

What life with Surkh looks like

Surkh is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum Thurgau in Switzerland.

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 β€” every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Switzerland, Switzerland β€” browse more cats in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Surkh, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Surkh?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum Thurgau handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Surkh on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Surkh if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum Thurgau 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 Surkh 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Surkh isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Stiftung Tierschutzzentrum Thurgau early rather than rehoming privately; they know Surkh 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 β€” 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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