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Jessy

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Jessy is a very sweet and cautious little cat. Jessy is still a bit anxious and likes to hide behind the sofa. However, she is gradually warming up and occasionally enjoys petting, even if she hasn't asked for it herself. Sometimes she dares to explore the room, but prefers to do so when no one is around. Visit / Adopt Cat Jessy & Lara The two cats were given to us by an older gentleman who unfortunately had to leave his house and move into an apartment. He could only take three of his five cats with him and asked us for help with Jessy and Lara. They are pure indoor cats and should stay together in the future. We are looking for a loving home for them with indoor housing and a netted balcony where they can enjoy the fresh air. Jessy Lara

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Jessy ist eine ganz liebe vorsichtige Kätzin. Jessy ist bislang noch etwas ängstlich und versteckt sich gern hinter dem Sofa. Sie taut aber allmählich auf und geniesst ab und zu auch Streicheleinheiten, auch wenn sie diese bislang nicht selbst einfordert. Manchmal traut sie sich auch das Zimmer zu erkunden, jedoch lieber, wenn niemand von uns da ist. Katze besuchen / adoptieren Geschichte der Gruppe Jessy & Lara Die beiden Kätzinnen wurden von einem älteren Herrn bei uns abgegeben, der leider sein Haus verlassen und in eine Wohnung ziehen musste. Von seinen fünf Büsis konnte er nur drei mitnehmen und bat uns deshalb um Hilfe für Jessy und Lara. Die beiden sind reine Wohnungskatzen und sollen auch künftig zusammen bleiben. Wir suchen für sie ein liebevolles Zuhause mit Wohnungshaltung und einem eingenetzten Balkon, auf dem sie die frische Luft geniessen können. Jessy Lara

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Location
🇨🇭Zürich region
Shelter
Katzenhaus-Freunde
Cared for by Katzenhaus-Freunde · Zürich region

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Jessy home

What you'll need for Jessy in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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 Jessy

What life with Jessy looks like

Jessy is a adult 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 Jessy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Jessy?
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 Jessy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Jessy 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 Jessy 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 Jessy 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 Jessy 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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