How do I contact the shelter about Sam?

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 Sam on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Sam 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 Sam 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 Sam 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 Sam 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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Sam

Mixed Breed Cat · Male · Kitten · 4 months

Sam is a cuddly playful, dear and affectionate cat. A little charmer and he can purr like a world champion. Sam would like to be placed with a social tomcat for outdoor access. Cat visit / adoption Arabella's Kitten Group A particularly sad fate connects Arabella and her two kittens: When her family moved abroad, the three cats were simply left behind in the abandoned apartment. The cats repeatedly tried to get into the apartment - but no one was there anymore. The apartment had already been cleared, their family disappeared and the three left to fend for themselves. The landlord observed the desperate situation and contacted us. It was finally possible to catch Arabella and her two kittens and take them into our care. We are now looking for responsible and loving homes with outdoor access in a green, rural environment for the cat family. A secure outdoor access, preferably via a cat flap, would be ideal. Maila will be placed as a house cat with a younger cat with a netted balcony. Arabella Maila Sam

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Sam ist ein verschmuster verspielter, lieber und anhänglicher Kater. Ein kleiner Charmeur und Schnurren kann er wie ein Weltmeister. Sam möchte gerne in den Freigang zu einem sozialen Kater vermittelt werden. Katze besuchen / adoptieren Geschichte der Gruppe Arabella's Kitten Ein besonders trauriges Schicksal verbindet Arabella und ihre beiden Kitten: Beim Umzug ihrer Familie ins Ausland wurden die drei Katzen einfach in der verlassenen Wohnung zurückgelassen. Immer wieder versuchten die Katzen, in die Wohnung zu gelangen – doch niemand war mehr da. Die Wohnung war bereits leergeräumt, ihre Familie verschwunden und die drei auf sich allein gestellt. Die Vermieterin beobachtete die verzweifelte Situation und meldete sich bei uns. Es gelang schließlich, Arabella und ihre beiden Kitten einzufangen und in unsere Obhut zu nehmen. Für die Katzenfamilie suchen wir nun verantwortungsvolle und liebevolle Zuhause mit Freigang in einer grünen, ländlichen Umgebung. Ideal wäre ein sicherer Zugang nach draussen, gerne über eine Katzentüre. Maila wird als Wohnungskatze zu einer jüngeren Katze vermittelt mit eingenetztem Balkon. Arabella Maila Sam

Size

Small

Age

Kitten · 4 months

Location

🇨🇭Zürich region

Shelter

Katzenhaus-Freunde

Cared for by Katzenhaus-Freunde · Zürich region Learn about Mixed Breed Cat →

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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Sam home

What you'll need for Sam in week one.

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About Sam

What life with Sam looks like

Sam is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed cat cat waiting at Katzenhaus-Freunde in Zürich region.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇨🇭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 Sam, answered.

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