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Teddy

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 5 years

Teddy has been surrendered. The large tiger-white tomcat is affectionate and immediately approaches you to be petted, but you should exercise some caution as he occasionally tends to nip. He also seems to enjoy trying to assert his dominance. He is not suitable for children. You can tell that he is quite clever by the fact that he can open doors. At our shelter, Teddy behaves quite unobtrusively, overall calm and peaceful towards other cats. He enjoys being encouraged to play. We are looking for a home for Teddy without children or other cats, with people who have some experience with cats. A possibility for outdoor access should be available.

DE·Show original

Teddy wurde abgegeben. Der große getigert-weiße Kater ist menschenbezogen und kommt gleich auf einen zu und lässt sich streicheln, trotzdem sollte man bei ihm ein wenig Vorsicht walten lassen, denn vereinzelt neigt er dazu, zu zwicken. Überhaupt scheint er ganz gern mal zu versuchen, seinen Kopf durchzusetzen. Für Kinder ist er nicht geeignet. Dass er es faustdick hinter den Ohren hat, merkt man schon daran, dass er Türen öffnen kann. Bei uns verhält sich Teddy recht unauffällig, insgesamt ruhig, auch friedlich Artgenossen gegenüber. Gerne lässt er sich zum Spielen animieren. Für Teddy suchen wir ein Zuhause ohne Kinder und ohne andere Katzen, bei Leuten mit etwas Katzenerfahrung. Freigangmöglichkeit sollte vorhanden sein.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Darmstadt
Shelter
Tierheim Darmstadt
Living with Teddy
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Darmstadt · DarmstadtLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Teddy home

What you'll need for Teddy 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 Teddy

What life with Teddy looks like

Teddy is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Darmstadt in Darmstadt.

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.

Darmstadt, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Teddy, answered.

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