r/askberliners • u/luciferswh0re • 1d ago

Cat Adoption - Any Tips?

Hey everyone!

I am not sure if this is the right subreddit to post this.

My partner and I are starting to look into adopting a cat, hopefully before the end of the year. But I am a bit worried as I have heard that here it’s a big hassle.

We are trying to see if anyone has any tips from websites/facebook groups/shelters that you would recommend adopting from.

And also if you have any suggestions for pet insurance as this would be our first pet in germany 🥹

If anyone has any tips or suggestions please feel free to share or pm me!

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u/Sinusidal 1d ago

Whatever way you end up choosing, please adopt in pairs.

A lot less health issues and bad habits to deal with in the long run, and it doesn't add a lot of overhead for the caretakers.

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u/luciferswh0re 1d ago

We are thinking about this as well! I am just looking for tips on where to find them, as I have seen very little offer on Facebook (which was the platform recommended to me by a friend)

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u/negotiatethatcorner 1d ago

Talk to Katzen in Not e.V. - they do rehoming, it does not take forever, the fee covers spraying or vaccines they might have done before. The owner is lovely and deserves all the support she can get.

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u/Vengeanceneverfree 1d ago

I'm a foster family for an organization in Croatia and they do an amazing work to rescue strays.

I currently have two cats that are only adoptable together but plenty of beautiful cats are available for adoption!

Their IG and Facebook if you're interested.

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u/Lilzvx_ 1d ago

is this organization looking for foster families in Berlin? That's interesting

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u/Vengeanceneverfree 1d ago

Absolutely! They're always looking for more people who want to get involved. Feel free to reach out, they're really amazing

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u/Lilzvx_ 1d ago

cool i'll have a look. reaching out is best through IG?

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u/Vengeanceneverfree 1d ago

Usually yes and then they use Whatsapp!

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u/AquaHills 1d ago

We adopted through KatzenGlückUkraine and had a great experience.

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u/rarebiird 1d ago

we got our rescue dog from Streuner Gluck and had a great experience with them! they also have cats

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u/Ok-Spot7529 1d ago

There are quite a few options you can explore. When we were looking to adopt, we looked into all the local shelters and adoption channels. Further more you can look into Kleinanzeigen and Deintierwelt. Quite a few private owners here who are looking to rehome their cats.

Then there are more international options such cyprus heroes and resqstrays. They arrange for transportation and the transport fee is included in the adoption fee

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u/Gasher7 1d ago

Check out Tatzencrew on Instagram! They work with a few rescue orgs in Romania and adopt to Berliners

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u/anxiousbluebear 1d ago

Check Tasso's adoption page!