How do I contact the shelter about Shadow?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Wetzlar handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Shadow on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Shadow if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Wetzlar 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 Shadow 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 Shadow 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 Tierheim Wetzlar early rather than rehoming privately; they know Shadow 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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Scottish Fold · Male

Hello, I am Shadow 🥰 As a found animal, I came to the animal shelter… I belong to the Scottish Fold breed, which is a breed subjected to breeding cruelty 🥺 And at my young age, I already have joint issues that cause me great pain😔 I now get a pain injection every four weeks, and everyone hopes that I will still have a good quality of life with this 🍀 Now I know that it will likely be very difficult to find a home for me 🥺 The pain injection costs around 80,- per month. I still want to try 🍀 I don't like other cats, so I would prefer to be an only cat. Due to my illness, I would like to live in a place suitable for apartment living. Maybe somewhere there is a person with a big heart who just can't resist my twinkling eyes? 🍀 I am also a real cuddle bear 🥰 Please contact the animal shelter quickly so we can arrange a meet-and-greet 🍀❤️ Best via email: I am eagerly waiting here with hope, yours Shadow ❤️ (This description of me is just a snapshot from the shelter life. I may develop differently in my new home.) Please read our criteria for placement on our homepage: Placement Criteria – animal welfare association Wetzlar and surroundings e.V. (animal shelter-wetzlar.de) Animal type: Cat. Breed: Scottish Fold. Born on: 2024. Color: Blue-gray. Gender: MaleAdmitted to the shelter since: 26.05.26Abandonment reason: Found for placement status: Placable. neutered/Unneutered: NeuteredHome/apartment cat: Apartment livingEmergency: NoPlaced:

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Hallo, ich bin Shadow 🥰 Als Fundtier kam ich ins Tierheim…. Ich gehöre als Scottish Fold zu den Qualzuchten 🥺 Und ich habe in meinem jungen Alter auch schon veränderte Gelenke, die mir große Schmerzen bereiten😔 Ich bekomme jetzt alle 4 Wochen eine Schmerzspritze und alle hoffen, dass ich damit noch Lebensqualität bekomme 🍀 Jetzt weiß ich, dass es wohl sehr schwer werden wird, ein Zuhause für mich zu finden 🥺 Die Schmerzspritze kostet ca 80,- pro Monat. Ich will es trotzdem versuchen 🍀 Andere Katzen mag ich nicht, deswegen möchte ich Einzelprinz sein. Aufgrund meiner Erkrankung möchte ich in Wohnungshaltung leben. Vielleicht gibt es ja irgendwo einen Menschen mit ganz großem Herz, der meinen Kulleraugen nicht widerstehen kann? 🍀 Ich bin auch ein richtiger Schmusebär 🥰 Dann meldet Euch bitte schnell im Tierheim, damit wir einen Kennenlerntermin ausmachen können 🍀❤️ Am besten per Mail: Ich warte hier hoffnungsvoll, Euer Shadow ❤️ (Die Beschreibung von mir ist nur eine Momentaufnahme aus dem Tierheimalltag. Ich kann mich im neuen Zuhause auch ganz anders entwickeln.) Bitte lest vorab bei uns auf der Homepage die Vermittlungskriterien: Vermittlungskriterien – Tierschutzverein Wetzlar und Umgebung e.V. (tierheim-wetzlar.de) Tierart:Katze. Rasse:Scottish Fold. Geboren am:2024. Farbe:Blau-Grau. Geschlecht:MännlichIm Tierheim seit:26.05.26Abgabegrund:FundtierVermittlungsstatus:Vermittelbar. Kastriert/Unkastriert:KastriertFreigänger/Wohnungskatze:WohnungshaltungNotfall:NeinVermittelt am:Noch nicht vermittelt

Size

Large

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Wetzlar

Shelter

Tierheim Wetzlar

Living with Shadow

✓Neutered
✓Good with cats

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About Shadow

What life with Shadow looks like

Shadow is a large adult scottish fold cat waiting at Tierheim Wetzlar in Wetzlar.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Shadow, answered.

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