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Kitana

Degu · Female · Adult · 4 years

Kitana was surrendered to us after her guinea pig companion sadly passed away. Currently, she is still very shy and reserved in the shelter. However, we are confident that with enough time, patience, and a gentle introduction, she will gradually warm up. For her new home, Kitana wishes a spacious and varied enclosure with many climbing opportunities. Digging and burrowing must also be possible, as well as suitable retreats where she can feel safe. Since guinea pigs are very social animals, Kitana is looking for a home with a suitable companion. Her future owners should give her the necessary time to arrive at her own pace and gain trust.

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Kitana wurde bei uns abgegeben, nachdem ihr Degu-Gspändli leider verstorben ist. Aktuell zeigt sie sich im Tierheim noch scheu und zurückhaltend. Wir sind jedoch zuversichtlich, dass sie mit genügend Zeit, Geduld und einer behutsamen Eingewöhnung nach und nach auftauen wird. Für ihr neues Zuhause wünscht sich Kitana ein grosszügiges und abwechslungsreich eingerichtetes Gehege mit vielen Klettermöglichkeiten. Auch das Buddeln und Graben muss möglich sein, ebenso wichtig sind geeignete Rückzugsorte, an denen sie sich sicher fühlen kann. Da Degus sehr soziale Tiere sind, sucht Kitana ein Zuhause zu einem passenden Artgenossen. Ihre zukünftigen Halter sollten ihr die nötige Zeit geben, in ihrem eigenen Tempo anzukommen und Vertrauen zu fassen.

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇨🇭Zürich
Shelter
Zürcher Tierschutz
Living with Kitana
  • Spayed
Cared for by Zürcher Tierschutz · ZürichLearn about Degu

Listed 2 weeks ago

About Kitana

What life with Kitana looks like

Kitana is a adult degu animal waiting at Zürcher Tierschutz in Zürich.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Kitana far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

🇨🇭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, Switzerland browse more animals in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kitana, answered.

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