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Male · Senior · 14 years

Timmy – calm senior seeks understanding home 🐾 Name: Timmy Breed: EKH Born: June 2012 Gender: Male Neutered: Yes Timmy is a calm tomcat who currently reacts somewhat anxiously and reservedly to new situations. However, he never shows aggression; he simply acts cautiously and uncertainly. It is likely that Timmy has previously lived with another cat, so a home with a calm companion cat might be possible. However, he could also feel comfortable as a single cat if he receives enough attention and peace. For Timmy, we wish for a loving home without much commotion, where he can take his time to settle in. With patience and understanding, he will surely build trust and show his calm nature step by step. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Timmy – ruhiger Senior sucht verständnisvolles Zuhause 🐾 Name: Timmy Rasse: EKH Geboren: Juni 2012 Geschlecht: Männlich Kastriert: Ja Timmy ist ein ruhiger Kater, der aktuell noch etwas ängstlich und zurückhaltend auf neue Situationen reagiert. Dabei zeigt er sich jedoch niemals böse, sondern einfach vorsichtig und unsicher. Vermutlich hat Timmy früher bereits mit einer anderen Katze zusammengelebt, weshalb ein Zuhause mit einer ruhigen Samtpfote möglich wäre. Ebenso könnte er sich aber auch als Einzelkater wohlfühlen, wenn er genügend Aufmerksamkeit und Ruhe bekommt. Für Timmy wünschen wir uns ein liebevolles Zuhause ohne viel Trubel, in dem er in seinem eigenen Tempo ankommen darf. Mit Geduld und Verständnis wird er sicherlich Schritt für Schritt Vertrauen fassen und sein ruhiges Wesen zeigen.

Size
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇩🇪Ahlen
Shelter
Tierheim Ahlen
Living with Timmy
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tierheim Ahlen · Ahlen

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Timmy home

What you'll need for Timmy 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 Timmy

What life with Timmy looks like

Timmy is a senior cat waiting at Tierheim Ahlen in Ahlen.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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 Timmy, answered.

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