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Tifón

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 10 years

No one knows my exact age. It’s estimated that I was born around July 2016—but I might even be a bit older. Whatever I’ve experienced in my life hasn’t been easy, though. Together with many other cats, I was found in a neglected house where we had to live under very poor conditions. Luckily, kind people discovered us and rescued us. Since then, I’ve been able to hope that my life is finally about to take a happy turn. Today, I’m a sweet, sociable tomcat who loves playing—especially, of course, with other cats. They give me security, and I thoroughly enjoy their company. Towards humans, I’m still a bit reserved at first. But if you give me time and allow me to build trust in you, I’ll discover just how wonderful it can be to receive cuddles and spend cozy moments together. For my new home, I’d like loving people who understand that I won’t immediately approach everyone. One or more feline companions should definitely already be waiting for me. If there isn’t a suitable playmate waiting for me yet, I’d also be happy to bring one of my friends from Spain along—for example, Negrita. I’ve already been neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and dewormed. In addition, I tested negative for FIV and FeLV. Maybe soon I’ll get to experience what a real home feels like. Do you have a little space left for me?

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Mein genaues Alter kennt niemand. Man schätzt, dass ich ungefähr im Juli 2016 geboren wurde – vielleicht bin ich aber auch schon etwas älter. Was ich in meinem Leben erlebt habe, war jedenfalls nicht leicht. Gemeinsam mit vielen anderen Katzen wurde ich in einem verwahrlosten Haus gefunden. Dort mussten wir unter sehr schlechten Bedingungen leben. Zum Glück haben uns liebe Menschen entdeckt und gerettet. Seitdem darf ich darauf hoffen, dass mein Leben endlich eine schöne Wendung nimmt. Heute bin ich ein lieber, geselliger Kater, der für sein Leben gern spielt – am liebsten natürlich mit anderen Katzen. Sie geben mir Sicherheit und ich genieße ihre Gesellschaft sehr. Menschen gegenüber bin ich anfangs noch etwas zurückhaltend. Wenn du mir aber Zeit gibst und ich Vertrauen zu dir fassen darf, werde ich entdecken, wie schön Streicheleinheiten und gemeinsame Kuschelstunden sein können. Für mein neues Zuhause wünsche ich mir liebevolle Menschen, die Verständnis dafür haben, dass ich nicht sofort auf jeden zugehe. Ein oder mehrere Katzenfreunde sollten unbedingt schon auf mich warten. Falls dort noch kein passender Spielgefährte auf mich wartet, bringe ich auch gerne einen meiner Freunde aus Spanien mit – zum Beispiel Negrita. Ich bin bereits kastriert, geimpft, gechippt und entwurmt. Außerdem wurde ich negativ auf FIV und FeLV getestet. Vielleicht darf ich schon bald erleben, wie sich ein richtiges Zuhause anfühlt. Hast du noch ein Plätzchen für mich frei?

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V.
Living with Tifón
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. · GermanyLearn about European Shorthair

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Tifón home

What you'll need for Tifón 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 Tifón

What life with Tifón looks like

Tifón is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. 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 Tifón, answered.

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