How do I contact the shelter about Emma?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Emma on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Emma if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. 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 Emma 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 Emma 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 Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Emma 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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Emma

European Shorthair · Female · Adult · 6 years

▶️ Adoption Assistance ◀️ Emma is looking for her forever home—a gentle soul with a big heart 🐾 Age: 6 years Vaccination Status: Fully vaccinated Spayed/Neutered: Yes Microchipped: Yes 🐱 Emma is a cuddly and cozy cat who thoroughly enjoys the company of her people. She’s calm, lovable, and incredibly easygoing in everyday life. At first, she may appear a bit shy and needs time to build trust. But once she feels safe, she forms an exceptionally close bond with her caregivers and showers them with all her affection. As a solitary cat, she feels most comfortable being the only pet in the household and should therefore be adopted into a home without other pets. 🏡 Emma is strictly an indoor cat and has absolutely no interest in outdoor access. A quiet home with cozy retreats would be ideal for her. 🍀 Emma comes from a severely neglected environment and is currently on the road to recovery. At present, she’s noticeably overweight, which likely explains her limited mobility. A medical evaluation is currently underway to check for possible diabetes. We’ll gladly keep interested parties informed about her current health status and the results of the examinations. 💛 Who will give Emma the patience, love, and security she so deeply deserves? With a little time, this reserved cat can become a loyal companion for life. 🐱🏡 ➡️ Questions or Interest? ☎️

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▶️ Vermittlungshilfe ◀️ Emma sucht ihr Für-immer-Zuhause – eine sanfte Seele mit großem Herz 🐾 Alter: 6 Jahre Impfstatus: Vollständig geimpft Kastriert: Ja Gechipt: Ja 🐱 Emma ist eine verschmuste und gemütliche Katze, die die Nähe ihrer Menschen sehr genießt. Sie ist ruhig, liebenswert und äußerst unkompliziert im Alltag. Anfangs zeigt sie sich etwas schüchtern und braucht Zeit, um Vertrauen zu fassen. Doch wenn sie merkt, dass sie sicher ist, baut sie eine außergewöhnlich enge Bindung zu ihren Bezugspersonen auf und schenkt ihnen ihre ganze Zuneigung. Als Einzelgängerin fühlt sie sich am wohlsten als einziges Tier im Haushalt und sollte daher ohne weitere Haustiere vermittelt werden. 🏡 Emma ist eine reine Wohnungskatze und hat keinerlei Interesse an Freigang. Ein ruhiges Zuhause mit gemütlichen Rückzugsmöglichkeiten wäre ideal für sie. 🍀 Emma stammt aus einer stark vernachlässigten Haltung und befindet sich derzeit auf dem Weg der Besserung. Aktuell ist sie deutlich übergewichtig, was vermutlich auch ihr eingeschränktes Bewegungsbild erklärt. Zurzeit läuft eine medizinische Abklärung hinsichtlich eines möglichen Diabetes. Über den aktuellen Gesundheitsstand und die Untersuchungsergebnisse informieren wir Interessenten selbstverständlich gerne. 💛 Wer schenkt Emma die Geduld, Liebe und Geborgenheit, die sie so sehr verdient? Mit etwas Zeit wird aus der zurückhaltenden Katze eine treue Begleiterin fürs Leben. 🐱🏡 ➡️ Fragen oder Interesse ☎️

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇩🇪Daaden

Shelter

Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V.

Living with Emma

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped

Cared for by Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. · Daaden Learn about European Shorthair →

More cats in Daaden →More cats in Germany →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Emma home

What you'll need for Emma in week one.

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About Emma

What life with Emma looks like

Emma is a large adult european shorthair cat waiting at Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. in Daaden.

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.

Daaden, Germany — browse more cats in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Emma, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Emma?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Emma on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Emma if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. 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 Emma 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 Emma 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 Tierschutzverein für den Kreis Altenkirchen e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Emma 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.