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Mixed Breed · Female · Kitten · 10 months

WINKY is a very people-oriented female dog with her own unique personality—and that’s what makes her so special. She knows what she wants, has her own mind, and likes to get her way. People with patience and clear leadership will have a lot of fun with her. When it comes to getting along with other dogs, WINKY can sometimes be a bit “grumpy” at first, but is basically compatible with fellow animals. With clear boundaries and confident leadership, we can envision a coexistence as a second dog. It’s important that her people give her security and work on jealousy early and consistently. WINKY has taken life in the house well; she settles in nicely, loves being at the center of attention, and seeks out physical contact with her primary caregiver. For WINKY, we wish for people who value her independence, offer clear structures, and guide her with love but firmness. Those who take on this strong-willed senior will have a loyal companion with a lot of personality by their side. Gets along with other dogs.

Read original (de)

Winky ist eine sehr menschenbezogene Hündin mit ganz eigener Persönlichkeit – und genau das macht sie so besonders.Sie weiß, was sie will, hat ihren eigenen Kopf und versucht diesen auch gerne durchzusetzen. Menschen mit Geduld und klarer Führung werden an ihr viel Freude haben. Im Umgang mit anderen Hunden zeigt sich Winky anfangs manchmal etwas „zickig“, ist grundsätzlich aber verträglich mit Artgenossen.Mit klaren Grenzen und einer souveränen Führung können wir uns für sie auch ein Zusammenleben als Zweithund vorstellen.Wichtig ist dabei, dass ihre Menschen ihr Sicherheit geben und an Eifersüchteleien frühzeitig und konsequent arbeiten. Das Leben im Haus hat Winky toll angenommen, sie kommt dort gut zur Ruhe, findet es großartig im Mittelpunkt zu stehen und sucht sehr den Körperkontakt zu ihrer Bezugsperson. Für Winky wünschen wir uns Menschen, die ihre Eigenständigkeit schätzen, ihr klare Strukturen bieten und sie liebevoll, aber bestimmt durchs Leben begleiten. Wer sich auf diese charakterstarke Seniorin einlässt, bekommt eine treue Gefährtin mit viel Persönlichkeit an seine Seite. Eine

Size
Large
Age
Kitten · 10 months
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Arche Noah Transilvania e.V.
Living with WINKY
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Bringing WINKY home

What you'll need for WINKY 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
    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 WINKY

What life with WINKY looks like

WINKY is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed cat waiting at Arche Noah Transilvania e.V. in Germany.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇩🇪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 WINKY, answered.

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