02.3 "Adopt-a-cat day"
Not only in Austria, but worldwide, cats enjoy the reputation of being low-maintenance pets. Dogs, rabbits or birds as flatmates are more demanding to keep. Cats manage to make people happy with their special character, their little snub nose and their unconventional nature, which is precisely why they should be treated with respect.
The status of the cat up to animal number one
For generations now, the cat has had the number one status in many households worldwide.
In the agricultural Egypt of the 6th century, the cat not only rose to become an elegant and skilful mouser, but was also revered as a cult animal.
For the Romans and Greeks, the cat was a useful pet, but also a scary and unpredictable animal. As the Roman Empire expanded, the cat’s home spread further and further north into Europe.
The cat as a major issue in animal welfare
People want kittens, pedigree cats and uncomplicated cats so that they can lead a happy life with them. Animal shelters around the world are overcrowded with cats. In the cat rooms of Gut Aiderbichl’s animal sanctuaries alone there are over 700 cats that have been surrendered for various reasons.
The Adopt-a-cat-tag offers nowthe chance, to draw attentiontothe topic of cats consciously.
Gut Aiderbichl's cat neutering project
Gut Aiderbichl launched a measure against the uncontrolled breeding of cats in the province of Salzburg. The Gut Aiderbichl cat neutering project is supported by regional veterinarians. Gut Aiderbichl covers the costs of the project.
TFriends of eggs and farmers in the Flachgauarea, Pinzgau, Pongau and in Tennengau were calledin the first phase, to report stray catsand so nearly 1.000 cats were neutered. After neutering, the animals were released back into their territory.
The idea is that this project should be carried out with a view to the health of stray cats, the reduction of overpopulation of stray cats and at the same time the spread of cat diseases.
Gut Aiderbichl Maria Schmolln is waiting for adoptive parents for dozens of cats
In Maria Schmolln live cats that have been abandoned for various reasons: they were abandoned, the owner has passed away, many cats come to Gut Aiderbichl via the veterinary clinic, etc.
Numerous cats were at Gut Aiderbichl Streunerand aretrained tofight for their lives every day, fighting for their lives every day. It doesn’t take long fornewcat additions to feel that they are fighting for injuries, illnesses or their kittens no longer have to worry. There are now helpersfor that: The Aiderbichler animal furryin Maria Schmolln.
Considerations before adopting a cat and the special care place contract
A cat in the family requires a number of considerations that are essential for a harmonious life together: will my cat be an indoor cat or an outdoor cat, who will look after my pet in the event of a holiday or illness? It is also often advisable to have any allergies checked as a precaution, etc.
Gut Aiderbichl will draw up a special care contract with the new cat owner to protect the animal. If, for any reason, it is no longer possible to live with the cat, the contract ensures that the cat can be returned to Gut Aiderbichl.
The following cats and many more are waiting to be adopted
Anabell – She is eleven years old and came to Gut Aiderbichl as a baby cat in 2010 after the floods in Deggendorf. Anabel loves being outside, is very cuddly and loves “incessant” cuddles. Sometimes she is a little moody and prefers to be kept as an individual cat.
Schmucki-Imani – is about four years old and came as a found cat to an animal shelter and on to Maria Schmolln. Imani is shy and you have to earn her trust with love, patience and lots of cuddles. But – Imani doesn’t make it difficult for people and whoever has reached her cat’s heart has won.
Vincent and the Wild Hilde – Both cats are five years old and were lovelessly abandoned years ago. Caressing hands are rewarded with a double-loud purr.
Hope – hopes with iher eight years for a safe, loving home. Hope was abandoned years ago with her kittens and found by people who love animals.
Ruby, Aslan, Nacho, Akira, Shiva, Mira, Salem and many more are waiting to be adopted.
If you are interested in one of our cats, please contact our tiervermittlung@gut-aiderbichl.com. Here you can find out everything you need to know about adopting a cat from Gut Aiderbichl.
I humbly bend down to stroke the silky fur. I am content to be her slave.
~ Walter Adolphe Roberts
Cat Anabell
European-shorthair
A lovely animal rights activist from Croatia contacted us and asked us to take Anabell in. No one in Croatia wanted her. The cat was in poor health at the time of her rescue and was being treated for calicivirus. She had lost all but two of her teeth. We were happy to take in the lovely and affectionate cuddly cat Anabell at Gut Aiderbichl in Maria Schmolln.
Cat Imani
European-shorthair
Schmucki-Imani was handed in to a veterinary clinic at the age of three. He was very well cared for and in good health. He was now considered a "found cat". The veterinary clinic consulted the animal emergency center of Gut Aiderbichl and so Schmucki-Imani came to Gut Aiderbichl Maria Schmolln. The cat ladies are very fond of Schmucki and we have the impression that he really likes it. Now we are looking for a loving home for our Imani.
Cat Wilde Hilde
European-shorthair
An animal lover contacted us. She found a mother cat with her kittens in her neighborhood. She took them in for the time being and looked after them so that they were safe. However, this was not a permanent solution and so she asked us to take them in. So Wilde Hilde became an Aiderbichler and can stay under the protection of Gut Aiderbichl forever.
Cat Aslan
European-shorthair
Aslan, Nacho, Akira, Shiva and Mira lived with a gentleman who loved animals more than anything. Unfortunately, he died one day and his heirs wanted nothing to do with the animals. Animal-loving people fed the animals left behind under the most difficult of circumstances. The shy cats could be caught and six cats could be rehomed, but five more cats were placed in an animal shelter, where they could not stay either. Gut Aiderbichl Maria Schmolln became the new home for Aslan, Nacho, Akira, Shiva and Mira. And now we are looking for a forever home for Aslan
Cat Ruby
European-shorthair
An Aiderbichler employee discovered an ad on Facebook about a young cat that was to be euthanized if no one could be found to take it in. Unfortunately, she was suffering from a torn tail and was incontinent as a result. She was obviously desperate. The employee contacted the lady and enquired about Lucy. During this conversation, she learned that there were two small children living in the household who should not come into contact with the cat's urine. Lucy was therefore locked in the bathroom. The situation was so tense that the owner had no other option. The Gut Aiderbichl employee promised to help and asked Dieter Ehrengruber to take her in. Lucy now lives at Gut Aiderbichl Maria Schmolln and has a huge run to call her own.
