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Tom-Kevin

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Tom-Kevin arrived as a found animal at the end of May in our care. The tomcat immediately showed all the signs of a "typical stray" – he was in poor condition, covered in ticks and fleas, with a large abscess above his eye and a big hematoma on his belly. While he immediately responded well to handling and even seemed to be quite people-oriented, we were somewhat surprised. It’s likely he had learned that if he faced us as two-legged creatures, he might get a treat at the door. Unfortunately, no one had seriously taken care of him until this day, when the attentive finders finally couldn’t ignore Tom-Kevin and brought him to our animal shelter. His abscess could be surgically removed and has healed well. His hematoma is still noticeable but doesn’t cause him any current problems and should subside in the future. The approximately 8-year-old tomcat is a real lap cat who loves to receive attention from us humans. He also seems to get along well with fellow animals. We wish for him a loving home where he will have the opportunity for a trial period before being released into the yard. Therefore, his behavior in a family setting may differ from the descriptions provided. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Tom-Kevin kam als Fundtier Ende Mai in unsere Obhut. Dem Kater war sofort anzusehen, dass er alle Kriterien eines „typischen Streuners“ erfüllt – er befand sich in einem schlechten Pflegezustand, voller Zecken und Flöhe, mit einem riesigen Abzess über dem Auge und einem großen Knubbel am Bauch. Dass er sich sofort gut handeln lies und sogar richtig menschenbezogen war, erstaunte uns dann doch etwas. Vermutlich hat er gelernt, dass wenn er uns Zweibeinern zugewandt ist, auch mal ein Leckerchen an der Haustür für ihn abfällt. Dennoch hat sich leider niemand ernsthaft um ihn gekümmert. Bis zu diesem Tag, als die aufmerksamen Finder endlich nicht mehr weggesehen haben und Tom-Kevin zu uns ins Tierheim brachten.Sein Abzess konnte operativ entfernt werden und ist gut verheilt. Sein „Knubbel“ hatte sich als großer, schlecht abzugrenzender Tumor herausgestellt, der zwar operiert werden konnte, seine Prognose bleibt jedoch ungewiss. Der circa 8-jährige Kater ist ein richtiger Schmusetiger, der es liebt Aufmerksamkeiten von uns Menschen zu bekommen. Auch mit Artgenossen scheint Tom-Kevin gut zurecht zu kommen.Wieviel Zeit unserem liebenswerten Senior noch bleibt, ist schwer zu sagen. Er würde sie aber sicher in einem liebevollen Zuhause in Wohnungshaltung verbringen. Bitte beachten Sie: Die Tierbeschreibungen basieren auf Beobachtungen im Tierheim oder auf Informationen Dritter und stellen keine zugesicherten Eigenschaften dar. Das Verhalten in familiärer Unterbringung kann deshalb von den Beschreibungen abweichen.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Zwickau
Shelter
Tierheim Zwickau
Living with Tom-Kevin
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Tierheim Zwickau · ZwickauLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Tom-Kevin home

What you'll need for Tom-Kevin in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Tom-Kevin

What life with Tom-Kevin looks like

Tom-Kevin is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Zwickau in Zwickau.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Zwickau, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Tom-Kevin, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Tom-Kevin?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Zwickau handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Tom-Kevin on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Tom-Kevin if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Zwickau 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Tom-Kevin 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 Tom-Kevin 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 Zwickau early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tom-Kevin 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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