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Torben

Mixed Breed · Male

tomcat Torben came into our care at the end of May as a found animal. Unfortunately, he was left in a transport box on a meadow. We will never understand why this dear fellow had to go through that. Upon arrival, Torben shows extreme shyness and withdrawal, as one would expect. Piece by piece, we are trying to regain Torben's trust, and we sincerely wish for him a understanding family that will take him in with the same gentleness. After an adjustment period, Torben would surely be happy about the possibility of going out on a leash. Fellow animals don't seem to be a necessity for him. Much more important is a quiet and loving place where he is accepted just as he is. Therefore, his behavior in a family setting may differ from the descriptions. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Kater Torben kam Ende Mai als Fundtier in unsere Obhut. Leider wurde er ausgesetzt in einer Transportbox an einer Wiese gefunden. Wieso dem lieben Kerl das wiederverfahren musste, werden wir nicht verstehen. Bei uns angekommen zeigt sich Torben äußerst verschüchtert und zurückgezogen, wie sollte es anders sein? Stück für Stück versuchen wir das Vertrauen von Torben wiederzugewinnen und wir wünschen uns für ihn von ganzem Herzen eine verständnisvolle Familie, die ihn ebenso behutsam in sein neues Zuhause aufnimmt. Nach einer Eingewöhnungszeit würde sich Torben sicher über die Möglichkeit auf Freigang freuen. Artgenossen scheint er nicht unbedingt um sich herum zu brauchen. Viel wichtiger ist ein ruhiges und liebevolles Plätzchen wo er so angenommen wird, wie er ist. 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
Age
Location
🇩🇪Zwickau
Shelter
Tierheim Zwickau
Living with Torben
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Torben home

What you'll need for Torben 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
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
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    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 Torben

What life with Torben looks like

Torben is a 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. 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 Torben, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Torben?
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 Torben on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Torben 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Torben 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 Torben 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 Torben 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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