Kitten Badem” in quarantine after rescue from animal shelter: A sad fate!

Kitten Badem” in quarantine after rescue from animal shelter: A sad fate!

Things sometimes get really wild at Cologne/Bonn Airport. Animals are regularly smuggled there, and this has recently caused a stir again. An exemplary fate is that of the little cat “Badem”. Animal lovers now have another reason to think. Customs confiscated “Badem”, who was bought in Turkey at the tender age of eight weeks, because the import regulations were not complied with. How derwesten.de According to reports, the little cat was finally taken to the animal shelter in Cologne-Dellbrück and is now in quarantine there.

Quarantine conditions are strict: Keepers at the shelter must wear protective suits, gloves and overshoes to ensure no diseases are spread. “Badem” has no contact with other animals and lives in isolation. To keep him company in this dreary situation, he received a stuffed bunny as a substitute for a real companion. The animal shelter employees express regret that such a young four-legged friend has to spend his childhood in such conditions. This story in particular is causing heated discussions on social media about people's responsibility when buying animals.

Rules for importing animals

Do you know the rules when it comes to importing pets from non-EU countries? Strict EU animal health regulations apply to prevent rabies and other animal diseases. Loud Zoll.de Pets such as dogs and cats must meet various requirements when entering from a non-EU country. This includes identification with a microchip, which has been mandatory since July 2011, and a valid rabies vaccination.

But that's not all! Accompanying documents such as the EU pet passport or an official veterinary certificate with the microchip number are also necessary. Especially for trips to countries like Turkey, where there is an increased risk of rabies, a rabies antibody test must be carried out in an EU-approved laboratory. According to the regulations, blood sampling must take place at least 30 days after vaccination and at least three months before entry.

An appeal to cat fans

The animal shelter in Cologne urgently appeals to all cat lovers: think carefully before buying animals abroad. Please inform yourself in advance about the necessary requirements and the responsibility that comes with such a purchase. “Badem” is not just an example of the many small creatures that have to suffer in inadequate conditions; it is also a wake-up call for all of us. Pets are living beings and not luxury items!

For all those who want to make sure that their animal friends are traveling legally and safely, the relevant veterinary authorities, the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture and the local customs offices are the right contact points for information.