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Adopt Tamino

European Shorthair · Male

Tamino is a handsome tomcat who is initially a bit reserved around people but gains confidence over time. He is still not quite a cuddle cat yet. Tamino fell ill as a kitten with FIP and had to endure a long treatment period. It is all the more wonderful that he has overcome this illness and is now considered cured. His girlfriend Francy, who also fell ill with FIP and bravely overcame the disease, was by his side throughout. As the two now go through life together, they will only be rehomed together. For Tamino and Francy, we wish for a quiet home without children, with patient and considerate people who already have experience with cats. They will be rehomed in suitable apartment living conditions, but a secure balcony or a secure terrace should be available.

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Tamino ist ein bildhübscher Kater, der Menschen gegenüber anfangs etwas zurückhaltend ist, aber mit der Zeit fasst er langsam Vertrauen. Eine Kuschelkatze ist er aber noch nicht. Tamino erkrankte als Jungkatze an FIP und musste eine lange Behandlungszeit durchstehen. Umso schöner ist, dass er diese Erkrankung gut überstanden hat und heute als geheilt gilt. Seine Freundin Francy, die ebenfalls an FIP erkrankt war und die Krankheit tapfer überwunden hat, war dabei die ganze Zeit an seiner Seite. Da die beiden mittlerweile gemeinsam durch dick und dünn gehen, werden sie auch nur gemeinsam vermittelt. Für Tamino und Francy wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder, bei geduldigen und einfühlsamen Menschen, die bereits Erfahrung mit Katzen mitbringen. Sie werden in Wohnungshaltung vermittelt, es sollte allerdings ein gesicherter Balkon oder eine gesicherte Terrasse vorhanden sein.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Bad Mergentheim
Living with Tamino
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Tamino home

What you'll need for Tamino 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 Tamino

What life with Tamino looks like

Tamino is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Bad Mergentheim 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 Tamino, answered.

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