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Adopt Erica

Mixed Breed Cat · Female · Adult · 7 years

It's not entirely clear yet whether Erica is a shy but ultimately tame cat or if she has become feral and goes into shock from fear when approached. At the vet, she fought vehemently against treatment, but in the foster home, she is not at all aggressive and lets me remove her kittens effortlessly for weighing and checking. Erica is an experienced and caring mother. She is used to having outdoor access and will continue to need it. Visit/adopt the group Erica's Kitten: About a year ago, Erica appeared at a country inn; last year, she had kittens multiple times, but none of them survived to adulthood. This year, she chose the hayloft to give birth to her young, and when the farmer wanted to store new hay, the innkeepers took action and asked for help from animal welfare. Now, Erica can raise her kittens in the safety of a foster home. The kittens will be listed on the website at four weeks old, until then, Erica can take care of them in peace. We are looking for a home for Erica with people who can show her a lot of patience and give her time to bond with humans.

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Noch ist nicht ganz klar, ob Erica eine ängstliche, aber eigentlich zahme Katze ist, oder ob sie verwildert ist und vor lauter Angst in Schockstarre verfällt, wenn man sich ihr nähert. Beim Tierarzt wehrte sie sich vehement gegen die Behandlung, in der Pflegestelle ist sie aber überhaupt nicht aggressiv und lässt mich ihre Kitten problemlos herausnehmen zum Wägen und Kontrollieren. Erica ist eine erfahrene und fürsorgliche Mutter. Sie ist sich Freigang gewohnt und braucht diesen auch weiterhin. Katze besuchen / adoptieren Geschichte der Gruppe Erica's Kitten Erica tauchte vor ungefähr einem Jahr bei einem Landgasthof auf; letztes Jahr hatte sie mehrmals Kitten, die aber alle das Erwachsenenalter nicht erreichten. Dieses Jahr wählte sie die Heubühne, um ihre Kleinen zu gebären, und als der Landwirt neues Heu einlagern wollte, wurden die Wirtsleute aktiv und fragten den Tierschutz um Hilfe. Erica darf nun ihre Kitten im Schutz der Pflegestelle aufziehen. Die Kitten werden im Alter von vier Wochen auf die Website aufgeschaltet bis dahin darf Erica sich in aller Ruhe um sie kümmern. Für Erica suchen wir ein Zuhause bei Menschen die ihr viel Geduld entgegenbringen und ihr Zeit lassen sich den Menschen anzuschliessen. Erica

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇨🇭Zürich region
Shelter
Katzenhaus-Freunde
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Bringing Erica home

What you'll need for Erica 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 Erica

What life with Erica looks like

Erica is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Katzenhaus-Freunde in Zürich region.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Zürich region, Switzerland browse more cats in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Erica, answered.

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