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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 12 years

Uschi, born in 2014, is looking for a second chance at happiness. The pretty female cat had to leave her previous home with a heavy heart. For many years, she was a beloved family member, but with children in the household, Uschi unfortunately did not get along. Her daily life became increasingly stressful and overwhelming. She reacted to this with dirtiness and became clearly agitated when things got too much for her. For her previous owner, the decision was incredibly painful, but out of love for Uschi, she knew that a quieter home would be best for her. At the animal shelter, Uschi has now become clean, more balanced, and noticeably calmer. She enjoys quiet moments, observes her surroundings with interest, and approaches her people when she wants some closeness. At the same time, she is a cat with character: Uschi knows exactly what she likes and when she has had enough attention. Those who understand and respect her subtle signals will quickly realize how special she is. For Uschi, we wish for cat-experienced people with a quiet home without children who can give her time to settle in and accept her as she is. Once she has gained trust, she will show her loving side in her own cautious way. Uschi still has so much love to give and deserves people where she can finally find peace. Maybe her forever home is waiting for her right with you.

Read original (de)

Uschi, geboren 2014, sucht noch einmal ihr Glück. Die hübsche Katzendame musste ihr bisheriges Zuhause schweren Herzens verlassen. Viele Jahre war sie ein geliebtes Familienmitglied, doch mit den Kindern im Haushalt kam Uschi leider nicht zurecht. Der Alltag wurde für sie zunehmend stressig und überfordernd. Sie reagierte darauf mit Unsauberkeit und zeigte deutlich, wenn ihr alles zu viel wurde. Für ihre Vorbesitzerin war die Entscheidung unglaublich schmerzhaft, doch aus Liebe zu Uschi wusste sie, dass ein ruhigeres Zuhause das Beste für sie ist. Im Tierheim zeigt sich Uschi inzwischen wieder sauber, ausgeglichener und deutlich entspannter. Sie genießt ruhige Momente, beobachtet gerne ihre Umgebung und kommt auf ihre Menschen zu, wenn sie Nähe möchte. Gleichzeitig ist sie eine Katze mit Charakter: Uschi weiß genau, was sie mag und wann sie genug Aufmerksamkeit hatte. Wer ihre feinen Signale versteht und respektiert, wird schnell merken, wie besonders sie ist. Für Uschi wünschen wir uns katzenerfahrene Menschen mit einem ruhigen Zuhause ohne Kinder, die ihr Zeit zum Ankommen geben und sie so nehmen, wie sie ist. Hat sie erst einmal Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt sie ihre liebevolle Seite auf ganz eigene, vorsichtige Weise. Uschi hat noch so viel Liebe zu geben und verdient Menschen, bei denen sie endlich zur Ruhe kommen darf. Vielleicht wartet genau bei dir ihr neues Für-immer-Zuhause.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Solingen
Shelter
Tierheim Solingen
Living with Uschi
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Bringing Uschi home

What you'll need for Uschi 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 Uschi

What life with Uschi looks like

Uschi is a senior mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Solingen in Solingen.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇩🇪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.

Solingen, Germany browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Uschi, answered.

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