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Willy &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male

Willy lived with over 20 other cats on an elderly lady’s property. After she passed away, he and 10 other cats came to our animal shelter. Up until then, Willy had little contact with humans and was therefore very shy. While the other cats have since all found new homes, Willy is still waiting for his chance. As the shiest member of the group, he needs a bit more time to build trust and adjust to changes. Today, Willy responds to his name and allows his caregivers to give him treats right where he is. For his new home, Willy would like people who are patient and understanding—people who will give him the time he needs to settle in at his own pace. Free-roaming access is especially important for him, as he feels comfortable outdoors and can satisfy his usual needs there. Willy accepts calm companions nearby and forms friendships with them, while lively or highly spirited cats make him feel uneasy. Therefore, he can be placed either as an only cat or with a suitable, relaxed second cat. At the shelter, Willy has created a safe retreat for himself in his cat tower. Especially during the

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Willy hat mit über 20 anderen Katzen auf dem Grundstück einer alten Dame gelebt. Nachdem sie verstorben war kam er mit 10 anderen Katzen zu uns ins Tierheim. Er hatte bis dahin nicht viel Kontakt zu Menschen und war dadurch sehr scheu. Während die anderen Katzen inzwischen alle ein neues Zuhause gefunden haben, wartet Willy noch immer auf seine Chance. Als schüchternster der Gruppe braucht er etwas länger, um Vertrauen zu fassen und sich auf Veränderungen einzulassen. Willy hört mittlerweile auf seinen Namen und lässt sich von seinen Bezugspersonen Leckerchen an seinem Platz geben. Für sein neues Zuhause wünscht sich Willy Menschen mit Geduld und Verständnis, die ihm die Zeit geben, in seinem eigenen Tempo anzukommen. Freigang ist für ihn dabei besonders wichtig, denn draußen fühlt er sich wohl und kann seinen gewohnten Bedürfnissen nachgehen. Ruhige Artgenossen akzeptiert Willy in seiner Nähe und schließt Freundschaften, während ihn lebhafte oder sehr temperamentvolle Katzen verunsichern. Deshalb kann er sowohl als Einzelkater als auch zu einer passenden, gelassenen Zweitkatze vermittelt werden. Im Tierheim hat Willy sich einen sicheren Rückzugsort in seinem Katzenturm geschaffen. Besonders während der

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇩🇪Bockhorn
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V.
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V. · BockhornLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Willy &#8211 home

What you'll need for Willy &#8211 in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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 Willy &#8211

What life with Willy &#8211 looks like

Willy &#8211 is a medium-sized adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V. in Bockhorn.

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 Willy &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Willy &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Willy &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Willy &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V. 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 Willy &#8211 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 Willy &#8211 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 Tierschutzverein Landkreis Erding e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Willy &#8211 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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