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British Shorthair · Female · Adult · 6 years

Chummy and Zummi both came into our care as official seizures and are now ready to move into a loving forever home. The two female cats are very anxious, shy, and reserved Velvetpaws who still show great mistrust towards people. They often hiss out of insecurity and do not like to be handled. New situations and strangers quickly unsettle them, causing them to retreat and observe everything from a safe distance. In contrast, Chummy and Zummi get along very well with other cats. They support each other for comfort and orientation and feel much safer together. Therefore, the two will only be rehomed together. Their close bond helps them better handle stressful situations and slowly build trust. For Chummy and Zummi, a very quiet home without a lot of hustle and bustle is sought. Their future people should have no expectations of cuddly or outgoing cats but be ready to accept the two as they are. They need a lot of patience, understanding, and most importantly, time to settle in at their own pace. Perhaps they will never be typical snuggly cats – nevertheless, they also deserve a safe and loving home. A secure balcony is a must for the two, so they can enjoy fresh air and observe their surroundings in peace. Additionally, both are house-trained. Eloquent people with experience or understanding of very insecure cats are sought to give Chummy and Zummi the chance to finally find peace and develop trust in their new lives step by step.

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- ängstlich, scheu - zurückhaltend - braucht ein ruhiges Zuhause - stubenrein Chummy und Zummi kamen beide als behördliche Sicherstellungen in unsere Obhut und sind inzwischen bereit, in ein liebevolles Für-Immer-Zuhause umzuziehen. Die beiden Katzendamen sind sehr ängstliche, scheue und zurückhaltende Samtpfoten, die Menschen gegenüber noch großes Misstrauen zeigen. Sie fauchen häufig aus Unsicherheit und lassen sich nicht gerne anfassen. Neue Situationen und fremde Menschen verunsichern sie schnell, weshalb sie sich lieber zurückziehen und alles erst einmal aus sicherer Entfernung beobachten. Mit anderen Katzen verstehen sich Chummy und Zummi dagegen sehr gut. Sie geben sich gegenseitig Halt und Orientierung und fühlen sich zusammen deutlich sicherer. Deshalb werden die beiden ausschließlich gemeinsam vermittelt. Ihre enge Bindung hilft ihnen dabei, mit stressigen Situationen besser umzugehen und langsam Vertrauen aufzubauen. Für Chummy und Zummi wird ein sehr ruhiges Zuhause ohne Hektik gesucht. Ihre zukünftigen Menschen sollten keinerlei Erwartungen an verschmuste oder zutrauliche Katzen haben, sondern bereit sein, die beiden so anzunehmen, wie sie sind. Sie brauchen viel Geduld, Verständnis und vor allem Zeit, um in ihrem eigenen Tempo anzukommen. Vielleicht werden sie nie typische Schmusekatzen – dennoch verdienen auch sie ein sicheres und liebevolles Zuhause. Ein gesicherter Balkon ist für die beiden ein Muss, damit sie frische Luft genießen und ihre Umgebung in Ruhe beobachten können. Außerdem sind beide stubenrein. Gesucht werden einfühlsame Menschen mit Erfahrung oder Verständnis für sehr unsichere Katzen, die Chummy und Zummi die Möglichkeit geben, endlich zur Ruhe zu kommen und Schritt für Schritt Vertrauen in ihr neues Leben zu entwickeln.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tierheim Hamburg
Living with Chummy & Zummi
  • House-trained
  • Spayed
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Bringing Chummy & Zummi home

What you'll need for Chummy & Zummi in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
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    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Chummy & Zummi

What life with Chummy & Zummi looks like

Chummy & Zummi is a large adult british shorthair cat waiting at Tierheim Hamburg in Hamburg.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Chummy & Zummi, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Chummy & Zummi?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Hamburg handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Chummy & Zummi on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Chummy & Zummi if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Hamburg will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Chummy & Zummi already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Chummy & Zummi isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Hamburg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Chummy & Zummi and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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