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Mixed Breed Cat · Male · Young · 3 years

The sweet tomcat Pfozart was given to us due to unsanitary behavior. He was also initially unsanitary at the animal shelter. After an adjustment period, he no longer displays this behavior, so we assume it was stress-induced. After a short adjustment time, Pfozart shows himself to be a lovable and mellow tomcat who enjoys being near humans. When the door is opened, he is always ready for cuddles. Playing, especially chasing the feather wand, brings him great joy and is one of his favorite activities. Loud noises and quick movements unsettle him. In such situations, he will temporarily back away. Once he realizes there is no danger, he quickly returns and acts as if nothing happened. For this reason, we do not recommend him for households with dogs or small children. However, slightly older, cat-experienced children should not pose a problem for him. The refined gentleman also gets along well with other cats. Therefore, we would be happy if he could be adopted as a quiet, social second cat or adopted together with Fellgunde. The two have gotten to know each other at the animal shelter and often spend time together, whether sleeping in a box or demanding cuddles. Pfozart has not yet experienced life as an outdoor cat. Since he is, however, a young and curious tomcat, we do not want to deny him nature. Therefore, we would like to find a home in a rural area with access to the outdoors for the sweet fellow.

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Der süsse Kater Pfozart wurde aufgrund von Unsauberkeit bei uns abgegeben. Auch im Tierheim war er anfangs unsauber. Nach der Eingewöhnung zeigt er dieses Verhalten jedoch nicht mehr, weshalb wir davon ausgehen, dass es stressbedingt war. Nach einer kurzen Eingewöhnungszeit zeigt sich Pfozart als lieber und verschmuster Kater, der gerne in der Nähe von uns Menschen ist. Öffnet man die Tür, ist er stets für Streicheleinheiten zu haben. Auch das Spielen, besonders das Nachjagen der Federangel, bereitet ihm grosse Freude und gehört zu seinen Lieblingsbeschäftigungen. Laute Geräusche und schnelle Bewegungen verunsichern ihn. In solchen Situationen geht er kurz auf Abstand. Sobald er merkt, dass keine Gefahr besteht, kommt er jedoch schnell wieder zurück und verhält sich, als wäre nichts gewesen. Aus diesem Grund vermitteln wir ihn nicht in einen Haushalt mit Hunden oder kleinen Kindern. Etwas ältere, katzenerfahrene Kinder sollten für ihn hingegen kein Problem darstellen. Der feine Herr versteht sich auch gut mit anderen Katzen. Deshalb würden wir uns freuen, wenn er zu einer ruhigen, sozialen Zweitkatze ziehen dürfte oder gemeinsam mit Fellgunde adoptiert wird. Die beiden haben sich im Tierheim kennengelernt und verbringen immer wieder gerne Zeit miteinander, sei es beim gemeinsamen Schlafen in einer Box oder wenn sie zusammen Streicheleinheiten einfordern. Pfozart kennt das Leben als Freigänger bisher noch nicht. Da er jedoch ein junger und neugieriger Kater ist, möchten wir ihm die Natur nicht vorenthalten. Deshalb wünschen wir uns für den süssen Kerl ein Zuhause in ländlicher Umgebung mit Zugang nach draussen.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇨🇭Zürich
Shelter
Zürcher Tierschutz
Living with Pfozart
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Pfozart home

What you'll need for Pfozart 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 Pfozart

What life with Pfozart looks like

Pfozart is a young adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Zürcher Tierschutz in Zürich.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pfozart, answered.

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