How do I contact the shelter about Tommy?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Tommy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Tommy if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg 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 Tommy 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 Tommy 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 Berlin Falkenberg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tommy 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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Tommy

European Shorthair · Male · Adult · 9 years

Tommy is a demanding cat who wants to finally find his forever home with experienced owners. This is what I am: I'm a friendly and affectionate cat, but I need some time to build trust. However, in certain situations, I can be quite uncertain and react ambivalently. For example, I have very sensitive hearing - if I get startled, I become very irritated. That's why I feel most comfortable in a quiet environment. I want to live as a single cat and look for cat-experienced people who understand my signals and don't pressure me. Small children should not live with me. What I wish for is... a quiet home without other cats, with patient people who give me time to settle in. My home should be spacious and have places to retreat. A secured balcony is also on my wish list. If you want to meet me, I'd love to hear from you via our inquiry form or by phone at the Garfield House (daily 1-4 pm except Saturdays).

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Ich bin Tommy ein anspruchsvoller Kater, der in einem erfahrenen Zuhause endlich richtig ankommen möchte. Das bin ich: Ich bin ein freundlicher und verschmuster Kater, brauche aber etwas Zeit, um Vertrauen zu fassen. Allerdings bin ich in manchen Situationen auch recht unsicher und reagiere dann ambivalent. Zum Beispiel bin ich sehr geräuschempfindlich – wenn ich mich erschrecke, zeige ich mich dann sehr gereizt. Deshalb fühle ich mich in einer ruhigen Umgebung am wohlsten. Ich möchte als Einzelkater leben und suche katzenerfahrene Menschen, die meine Signale verstehen und mich nicht bedrängen. Kleinkinder sollten nicht in meinem Zuhause leben. Ich wünsche mir … ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne andere Katzen bei geduldigen Menschen, die mir Zeit zum Ankommen geben. Mein Zuhause sollte geräumig sein und auch Rückzugsorte bieten. Auf meinem Wunschzettel steht auch ein abgesicherter Balkon. Wenn du mich kennenlernen möchtest, freue ich mich auf deine Anfrage über unser Anfrageformular oder telefonisch im Garfield-Haus unter (tgl 13-16 Uhr außer samstags).

Size

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Age

Adult · 9 years

Location

🇩🇪Berlin

Shelter

Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg

Living with Tommy

✓Good with cats
✕Good with kids

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Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Tommy home

What you'll need for Tommy in week one.

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About Tommy

What life with Tommy looks like

Tommy is a adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg in Berlin.

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.

Berlin, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Tommy, answered.

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