How do I contact the shelter about Ziso?

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

Can I adopt Ziso if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Essen 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 Ziso 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 Ziso 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 Essen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ziso 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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Ziso

Scottish Fold · Female

Hello, I'm little Ziso! Small in size, big in heart! I may be petite, but my affection for people is enormous. I'm always up for fun and love exploring my world at full speed. After a long game or run, there's nothing I love more than snuggling up with you. I bring so much energy and love into your life. I'm looking for a home where I won't have to be alone for long, because I really don't like it. Unfortunately, I'm a Scottish Fold and have some health issues, despite my young age. I have clear signs of OCD, my spine and tail vertebrae are deformed, and my tarsal joints are massively thickened, which already causes me visible pain. Without painkillers, I won't be able to run anymore, even though I love to run so much. Despite all my problems, I have a lot of joie de vivre and enjoy every day.

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Besonderheiten: Wohnung, gesicherter Balkon.. Hallo, ich bin die kleine Ziso! Kleines Format, großes Herz! Ich bin zwar zierlich, aber meine Zuneigung zu Menschen ist riesengroß. Ich bin für jeden Spaß zu haben und erkunde meine Welt am liebsten im Sturm. Nach einer ausgiebigen Spiel- und Rennrunde gibt es für mich nichts Schöneres, als mich bei dir einzukuscheln. Ich bringe ganz viel Schwung und Liebe in dein Leben. Ich suche ein Zuhause wo ich nicht lange alleine bleiben muss, weil ich das gar nicht mag. Leider bin ich eine Scottish Fold und bringe so einige gesundheitliche Probleme, trotz meines jungen Alters, mit mir. Ich habe deutliche Anzeichen von OCD, meine Wirbelsäule und Schwanzwirbelsäule sind deutlich deformiert und meine Tarsalgelenke sind massiv verdickt, was mir schon sichtbar Schmerzen verursacht. Ohne Schmerzmittel werde ich wohl nicht mehr laufen können, obwohl ich doch so gerne renne. Trotz meiner ganzen Probleme habe ich viel Lebensfreude und genieße jeden Tag.

Size

Large

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Essen

Shelter

Tierheim Essen

Living with Ziso

✓Spayed

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About Ziso

What life with Ziso looks like

Ziso is a large adult scottish fold cat waiting at Tierheim Essen in Essen.

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 Ziso, answered.

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