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Scottish Fold · Male · Young · 2 years

The handsome tomcat came to us as a found animal at our area. He wants to have unrestricted movement again. It should be noted that the Scottish Fold is a breed that is characterized by a genetic alteration of the cartilage structure. This can lead to the painful hereditary disease Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD), which can cause joint problems and movement restrictions. We therefore urgently request that you inform yourself thoroughly about the condition before adoption and make your decision with care. This cat needs outdoor access.

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Der hübsche Kater kam als Fundtier zu uns ins Tierheim. Er möchte unbedingt wieder Freigang. Man sollte beachten, dass es sich bei der Scottish Fold um eine Rasse handelt, die durch eine genetische Veränderung der Knorpelstruktur gekennzeichnet ist. Diese kann zur schmerzhaften Erbkrankheit Osteochondrodysplasie (OCD) führen, die Gelenksprobleme und Bewegungseinschränkungen verursachen kann. Wir bitten daher dringend, sich vor der Adoption gründlich über die Erkrankung zu informieren und die Entscheidung mit Bedacht zu treffen.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇦🇹Linz
Shelter
Tierheim Linz
Living with Aristoteles
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tierheim Linz · LinzLearn about Scottish Fold

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Aristoteles home

What you'll need for Aristoteles 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 Aristoteles

What life with Aristoteles looks like

Aristoteles is a young adult scottish fold cat waiting at Tierheim Linz in Linz.

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 Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Aristoteles, answered.

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