How do I contact the shelter about Shira?

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

Can I adopt Shira if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo 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 Shira 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 Shira 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 Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo early rather than rehoming privately; they know Shira 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 (NO). 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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Shira

Domestic Shorthair · Female

Shira is a social, curious and playful cat looking for a home without children or with older children (12+), and without cats or dogs. She needs access to good and safe outdoor opportunities. Hello! My name is Shira, and I am a beautiful and stylish girl. I am full of confidence and am curious and playful - I love exploring my surroundings! I constantly find new and creative places to take a nap, but my favorite spot is definitely the soft blanket on the sofa. I really enjoy playing, especially when I get to run around the living room after feather toys with a string. Then I can really let loose! But even though I get very excited when playing, I am always gentle with my humans - I never bite or scratch. It's just the play that gets going, and that's how it should be. I am a cuddly cat, but not a typical indoor cat. I like to be patted and scratched, even on my tummy. You can lift me without protest, and I don't react when you touch my paws. When we have visitors, I gladly greet them with a friendly meow. I am quite talkative and like to let you know when I want something - for example, when a door is closed, or when you come home and I want to welcome you back. Usually, I am calm and fearless, but loud noises can make me tremble a bit. It quickly passes when you speak calmly to me, and this is something we can work on together. I use a litter box, but I can also test my claws on furniture now and then. With a little patience and training, this will only get better. I leave your potted plants alone, so you don't have to worry about them.

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Shira er en sosial, nysgjerrig og leken katt som ser etter et hjem uten barn eller med eldre barn (12+), og uten katter eller hunder. Hun trenger tilgang på gode og trygge utemuligheter. Hei! Jeg heter Shira, og jeg er en vakker og staselig jente. Jeg er full av selvtillit og er nysgjerrig og leken – jeg elsker å utforske omgivelsene mine! Jeg finner stadig nye og kreative steder å ta en lur, men favorittplassen min er nok det myke pleddet i sofaen. Jeg er veldig glad i lek, særlig når jeg får løpe rundt i stua etter lekestenger med tråd. Da kan jeg virkelig slå meg løs! Men selv om jeg blir veldig ivrig når jeg leker, er jeg alltid mild med menneskene mine – jeg biter eller klorer aldri. Det er kun lekene som får kjørt seg, og det er jo slik det skal være. Jeg er en kosete katt, men ikke en typisk fangkatt. Jeg liker godt å bli klappet og klødd, også på magen. Du kan løfte meg uten protest, og jeg reagerer ikke på at du tar på potene mine. Når vi får besøk, tar jeg dem gjerne imot med et vennlig mjau. Jeg er nemlig ganske pratsom og liker å gi beskjed når jeg vil noe – for eksempel når en dør er stengt, eller når du kommer hjem og jeg vil ønske deg velkommen tilbake. Til vanlig er jeg trygg og uredd, men høye lyder kan få meg til å skvette litt. Det går raskt over når du snakker rolig til meg, og dette er noe vi kan jobbe videre med sammen. Jeg bruker klorestativ, men kan også teste klørne litt på møbler innimellom. Med litt tålmodighet og trening blir dette bare bedre. Jeg lar potteplantene dine være i fred, så du slipper å bekymre deg for dem.

Size

Medium

Age

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Location

🇳🇴Oslo

Shelter

Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo

Living with Shira

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids

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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Shira home

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About Shira

What life with Shira looks like

Shira is a medium-sized adult domestic shorthair cat waiting at Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo in Oslo.

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.

Note from the shelter: Needs outdoor access, sensitive to loud noises

🇳🇴Adopting from Norway

Norwegian rescues require thorough background checks. Animals leave with a Nordic pet passport and full vetting. Norway is outside the EU so import rules differ slightly — TRACES applies.

Oslo, Norway — browse more cats in Norway.

Frequently asked

Adopting Shira, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Shira?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Shira on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Shira if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo 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 Shira 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 Shira 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 Dyrebeskyttelsen Oslo early rather than rehoming privately; they know Shira 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 (NO). 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.