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Adopt Rüsselchen

European Shorthair · Male

Breed: Ragdoll – Mix In the animal shelter since: 2026 Rüssel unfortunately has difficulties breathing, which is likely due to the effects of puppy mills. Together with our veterinarian, we have already tried to improve his symptoms with medication – so far without any noticeable improvement. The little guy is rather quiet and spends a lot of time lying relaxed, but he enjoys affectionate snuggles and the closeness to his people even more. For Rüssel, we would therefore like a quiet and understanding home without small children and preferably without many other cats, so he can live stress-free and find peace.

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Rasse: Ragdoll – Mix Im Tierheim seit: 2026 Rüssel hat leider Schwierigkeiten beim Atmen, was vermutlich auf die Folgen einer Qualzucht zurückzuführen ist. Gemeinsam mit unserem Tierarzt haben wir bereits versucht, seine Beschwerden medikamentös zu verbessern – bislang jedoch ohne spürbare Besserung. Der kleine Kerl ist eher ruhig und verbringt viel Zeit entspannt liegend, genießt aber umso mehr liebevolle Kuscheleinheiten und die Nähe zu seinen Menschen. Für Rüssel wünschen wir uns deshalb ein ruhiges und verständnisvolles Zuhause ohne kleine Kinder und möglichst ohne viele andere Katzen, damit er stressfrei leben und zur Ruhe kommen kann.

Size
Small
Age
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Location
🇩🇪Duderstadt
Shelter
Tierheim Duderstadt, Tierschutzverein Duderstadt u.U.e.V.
Living with Rüsselchen
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Duderstadt, Tierschutzverein Duderstadt u.U.e.V. · DuderstadtLearn about European Shorthair →
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Rüsselchen home

What you'll need for Rüsselchen 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
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    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 Rüsselchen

What life with Rüsselchen looks like

Rüsselchen is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Duderstadt, Tierschutzverein Duderstadt u.U.e.V. in Duderstadt.

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.

Duderstadt, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rüsselchen, answered.

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