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Adopt Ulrich Purzelmann

Mixed Breed Cat · Male · Adult · 10 years

Ulrich Purzelmann came to the animal shelter after his owner passed away. In the early days, he was very fearful, skittish, and hardly allowed himself to be touched. It took some time, but the stately tomcat has gained trust in us caregivers and has become a cuddly cat. However, he remains initially reserved towards strangers. He gets along exceptionally well with his fellow animals, showing a balanced and calm temperament, and is looking for a home with a similarly aged and equally balanced partner cat. If you are interested in one of our cats, please contact us preferably by email. In the email, describe how the cat will live with you and provide us with a phone number. A caregiver will then get in touch with you. Animal descriptions are based on observations at the animal shelter or information from third parties and do not represent guaranteed characteristics.

Read original (de)

Ulrich Purzelmann kam ins Tierheim nachdem sein Besitzer verstorben ist. In der Anfangszeit verhielt er sich sehr ängstlich, schreckhaft und er mochte sich kaum anfassen lassen. Es hat etwas gedauert, doch der stattliche Kater hat Vertrauen zu uns Pflegern gefasst und sich zu einer Schmusekatze entwickelt. Fremden Menschen gegenüber verhält er sich aber nach wie vor anfänglich zurückhaltend. Mit seinen Artgenossen verträgt er sich ausgesprochen gut, er legt ein ausgeglichenes und ruhiges Temperament an den Tag und sucht ein Zuhause bei einer ähnlich alten und ebenso ausgeglichen Partnerkatze. Wenn Sie Interesse an einer unserer Katzen haben, kontaktieren Sie uns bevorzugt per E-Mail. Schildern Sie uns in der Mail, wie die Katze bei Ihnen leben wird und senden Sie uns eine Telefonnummer zu. Es wird sich dann ein*e TierpflegerIn bei Ihnen melden. Tierbeschreibungen basieren auf Beobachtungen im Tierheim oder auf Informationen Dritter und stellen keine zugesicherten Eigenschaften dar.

Size
Age
Adult · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Leipzig
Shelter
Tierheim Leipzig
Living with Ulrich Purzelmann
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Bringing Ulrich Purzelmann home

What you'll need for Ulrich Purzelmann 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 Ulrich Purzelmann

What life with Ulrich Purzelmann looks like

Ulrich Purzelmann is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Tierheim Leipzig in Leipzig.

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 Ulrich Purzelmann, answered.

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