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Cologne: Man gives away cats in cardboard boxes – police called in!
A man gave away cats on a Cologne S-Bahn. Police intervened and animals were placed in the Cologne-Dellbrück animal shelter.
Cologne: Man gives away cats in cardboard boxes – police called in!
A strange story has caused a stir on the Cologne S-Bahn. On May 27, 2025, a man wanted to give away a cardboard box with a family of cats on it to passengers. Inside was a mother cat and her four little kittens. Two alert women noticed the scene and immediately alerted the police, who quickly found the man. The public order office finally took the animals to the Cologne-Dellbrück animal shelter, where they are safe.
The man explained his unusual action by saying that his new partner was allergic to cats. “There’s something going on,” he obviously thought to himself and wanted to get rid of the little family members as quickly as possible. This decision was met with mixed reactions on social media. Some users showed incomprehension for his actions, while others were relieved that the animals were not simply abandoned, as wa.de reported.
Cologne-Dellbrück animal shelter: Help for the cats
The cat-rich situation brings not only worries but also hope. In the Cologne-Dellbrück animal shelter, many animals are now waiting for a new, loving home. This also applies to the friendly black and white EKH cat Milo, who was born on January 5th, 2022 and gets along very well with other cats due to his gentle nature. His wish? A home where he can enjoy the closeness of his people and cuddle in peace. You can meet Milo at the animal shelter, where he is waiting for a new home and is chipped, vaccinated, neutered and has no special health needs. A secured balcony would be particularly advantageous if your new home is not on the ground floor.
He's already tried a new home once, but his reserved nature resulted in him being turned back in the last trial home. Here we are back to the loving treatment of animals: “Having a good hand” is what is required here. Milo would certainly have a lot of fun with the right family, regardless of whether he lived alone or with other cats who weren't too dominantly lively. There is no empirical data yet on his compatibility with dogs or children, but based on his friendliness, a nice bond could develop there too. If you are looking for more detailed information about Milo and other cats, you can check the website of the Tierheim Köln-Dellbrück.
The story of the cardboard box and the cats shows us once again how important it is to put animals in the right hands and how valuable warm treatment is. We hope that all animals will soon find a home where they will be lovingly welcomed.