Skip to content
TailHarbor

Shorthair · Cat

European Shorthair

Common European domestic cat; robust, adaptable, friendly.

4,051
available
Shorthair
group
MEDIUM
size
Find European Shorthair for adoption →
European Shorthair

Available European Shorthairs

Lotti, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Lotti

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Franz, male 5yo European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Franz

European Shorthair

5 yearsMale
Callie, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Callie

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Izzy, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Izzy

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Arizona, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Arizona

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Christina, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Christina

European Shorthair

2 yearsFemale
Owen, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Owen

European Shorthair

2 yearsMale
Jackson, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Jackson

European Shorthair

2 yearsMale
Niki, male senior European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Niki

European Shorthair · large

9 yearsMale
Balisto, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Balisto

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Tachi, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Tachi

European Shorthair

1 yearFemale
Spiky und Agathe, weiß female senior European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Spiky und Agathe

European Shorthair

15 yearsFemale
Toter Fundkater aus Oberwinter/B9, male European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Toter Fundkater aus Oberwinter/B9

European Shorthair

Male
Toter Fundkater aus Wachtberg Arzdorf, male European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Toter Fundkater aus Wachtberg Arzdorf

European Shorthair

Male
Toter Fundkater aus Sinzig/B9, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Toter Fundkater aus Sinzig/B9

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Toter Fundkater aus Wachtberg, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Toter Fundkater aus Wachtberg

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Fundkater aus Rolandseck, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkater aus Rolandseck

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Fundkater aus Bad Neuenahr Ahrweiler, male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkater aus Bad Neuenahr Ahrweiler

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Fundkatze aus Wehr, female European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkatze aus Wehr

European Shorthair

Female
Fundkater aus Waldorf (verstorben), male young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkater aus Waldorf (verstorben)

European Shorthair

1 yearMale
Tote Fundkatze aus Sinzig/Bad Breisig, European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Tote Fundkatze aus Sinzig/Bad Breisig

European Shorthair

Unknown
Tote Fundkatze aus Bad Neuenahr, female young European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Tote Fundkatze aus Bad Neuenahr

European Shorthair

1 yearFemale
Fundkatze aus Bad Bodendorf, female European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkatze aus Bad Bodendorf

European Shorthair · extra large

Female
Fundkater aus Burgbrohl, male European Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen., Remagen
🇩🇪Remagen, Germany

Fundkater aus Burgbrohl

European Shorthair

Male

Page 71 of 186 · 4449 European Shorthairs

Browse all European Shorthair on the search page →

Live data

European Shorthair adoption in Europe right now.

4,061 European Shorthairs are currently listed for adoption by 263 rescue shelters across 12 countries. Most are in Germany (1,611), France (1,125), Spain (667).

1,071 of them arrived within the last 30 days, so the listings change constantly — if none of the current cats are the right match, it is worth checking back.

About the breed

European Shorthair characteristics.

The European Shorthair is classified in the Shorthair category, typically medium in build. Each cat has its own personality, and rescue cats may take time to show their true character as they adjust to a new home.

Like all cats, European Shorthair cats benefit from environmental enrichment — scratching posts, climbing spaces, and interactive toys help reduce stress and encourage natural behaviour.

Rescue shelters can provide information about a specific cat's temperament and compatibility with other animals or children, helping you find the right match.

Adoption guide

What to expect when adopting a European Shorthair.

Adopting a European Shorthair from a rescue shelter gives a deserving animal a second chance at happiness. Shelters across Europe care for thousands of cats, and every adoption makes room for another animal in need.

The adoption process

Most European shelters follow a structured adoption process: an initial application, a meet-and-greet with the animal, a home check (in some countries), and finally the adoption contract.

Health and veterinary care

Reputable shelters vaccinate, microchip, and sterilise animals before rehoming. Adoption fees typically cover these veterinary costs.

Settling in at home

The first few weeks are an adjustment period. A quiet space, consistent routine, and patience go a long way. Many rescue cats blossom within weeks once they feel safe and loved.

Why adopt

Why adopt a European Shorthair?

Many people are surprised to find purebred and pedigree animals in rescue shelters. European Shorthair catsend up in shelters for many reasons — changes in owner circumstances, allergies, moving abroad, or simply being found as strays. None of these reasons reflect on the animal's character.

By choosing to adopt rather than buy, you help reduce demand for commercial breeding, give an animal a loving home, and support the vital work that rescue shelters do across Europe.

Questions & answers

Adopting a European Shorthair: common questions.

How many European Shorthairs are available for adoption right now?

There are currently 4,061 European Shorthairs listed for adoption on TailHarbor, from 263 rescue shelters across Europe. 1,071 of them were listed within the last 30 days, so new European Shorthairs arrive regularly.

Which countries have European Shorthairs available for adoption?

European Shorthairs are currently listed in 12 countries. Most are with shelters in Germany (1,611), France (1,125), Spain (667) and Belgium (294).

Are young or senior European Shorthairs available?

Yes — current listings include 667 kittens, 865 young (1–3 years), 1,012 adults and 223 seniors (8+ years). Senior animals often wait longest for a home and many shelters reduce fees for them.

Can I adopt a male or female European Shorthair?

Of the European Shorthairs currently listed, 1,859 are male and 1,799 female. You can filter by sex on the search page.

What does adopting a European Shorthair from a shelter include?

Reputable European shelters vaccinate, microchip, and sterilise animals before rehoming, and the adoption fee typically covers those veterinary costs. Most shelters follow a structured process: an application, a meet-and-greet, sometimes a home check, and an adoption contract.

Can I adopt a European Shorthair from another country?

Yes — cross-border adoption within Europe is common. The animal needs an EU pet passport, a valid rabies vaccination, and a microchip; many shelters arrange transport or work with established transport partners.

Find your match

4,051 European Shorthair are waiting for a home right now.

Find European Shorthair for adoption →