HESY
Helsinki, Finland · 49 animals available
Animals at this shelter
Page 1 of 3 · 49 animals
How to adopt from HESY
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact HESY directly for specifics.
About
About HESY
HESY is a multi-species shelter based in Helsinki, Finland. There are currently 19 dogs, 4 cats, and 1 other animal listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, Pit Bull Terrier, Whippet, and Chihuahua.
The animals currently listed at HESY range in age from about 0 to 6 years old. Most are small.
Adoption process
Adopting from Helsinki
Finnish shelters require a home visit and an adoption contract. Animals are vetted; the EU pet passport covers cross-border travel within the bloc.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact HESY directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Finland, see our Finland import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at HESY
Nearby
Other shelters in Finland
HESY is one of 18+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Finland. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- Eläinsuojelukeskus Onnentassu (5 animals)
- Embla Rescue — Helsinki (120 animals)
- Hyvinkään Kissatalo (2 animals)
- Kissakoti Kattila (10 animals)
- Kissojen Katastrofiyhdistys KKY ry — Tampere (11 animals)
- Kissojensuojelu.fi — Helsinki (33 animals)
- KSESY -- Keski-Suomen Elainsuojeluyhdistys — Ksesy
- KSEY — Kouvolan Seudun Eläinsuojeluyhdistys — Koria (8 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is HESY located?
HESY is in Helsinki, Finland.
How many animals does HESY have available for adoption?
HESY currently has 49 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 19 dogs. Plus 4 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from HESY?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact HESY directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — HESY handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Finnish shelters require a home visit and an adoption contract. Animals are vetted; the EU pet passport covers cross-border travel within the bloc.
Can I adopt from HESY if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. HESY typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is HESY a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
HESY is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at HESY?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by HESY directly. Typical fees in Finland cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact HESY via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.