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European Shorthair · Unknown

Yvonne came to us as a stray cat and has since shown herself to be very shy and reserved. Most of the time, she spends it in her hiding place and prefers to observe everything from a safe distance. Only for feeding does she come out a little – a small but important step. Physical contact is still uncomfortable for her, and she clearly shows that she is not ready for it yet. Yvonne needs people who respect her limits and give her the time she needs. For Yvonne, we are looking for a quiet home with plenty of patience and understanding. With the right environment and empathetic people, she has the chance to slowly gain trust and step out of her shell.

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Yvonne kam als Fundkatze zu uns und zeigt sich seitdem als sehr scheue und zurückhaltende Katze. Die meiste Zeit verbringt sie in ihrem Versteck und beobachtet alles lieber aus sicherer Entfernung. Nur zum Füttern traut sie sich ein Stück hervor – ein kleiner, aber wichtiger Schritt. Körperkontakt ist ihr aktuell noch unangenehm und sie macht deutlich, dass sie dafür einfach noch nicht bereit ist. Yvonne braucht Menschen, die ihre Grenzen respektieren und ihr die Zeit geben, die sie benötigt. Für Yvonne wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause mit viel Geduld und Verständnis. Mit der richtigen Umgebung und einfühlsamen Menschen hat sie die Chance, langsam Vertrauen zu fassen und Schritt für Schritt aus sich herauszukommen.

Size
Small
Age
Location
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Shelter
Tierheim Northeim
Living with Yvonne
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Bringing Yvonne home

What you'll need for Yvonne 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 Yvonne

What life with Yvonne looks like

Yvonne is a small adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Northeim.

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 Yvonne, answered.

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