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Tierheim Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany Β· 125 animals available

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Hamburg, Germany

Animals at this shelter

Gertrude, schwarz female senior mixed breed for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Gertrude

12 yearsFemale
Paprika, beige female senior British Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Paprika

British Shorthair

8 yearsFemale
Purzel & Grammi, creme female 4yo British Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Purzel & Grammi

British Shorthair

4 yearsFemale
Peter & Knâddel, beige-weiß male 3yo British Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Peter & KnΓΆddel

British Shorthair

3 yearsMale
Feta & Olivia, beige mit hell grauen Ohren (Feta), beige mit grauen Abzeichen, blaue Augen (Olivia) female 7yo British Shorthair for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Feta & Olivia

British Shorthair

7 yearsFemale
Erna & Edda, braun-schwarz-rot getigert mit weiß (Edda), braun-schwarz getigert mit leichter Râte (Erna) female senior mixed breed for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Erna & Edda

13 yearsFemale
Nick & Judy, braun-schwarz-getigert mit weißen Abzeichen (Nick); schwarz mit weißen Abzeichen (Judy) male puppy mixed breed for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Nick & Judy

2 monthsMale
Milan & Merlin, braun-schwarz-getigert male young mixed breed for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Milan & Merlin

2 yearsMale
Louise und Annie, schwarz mit kleinen weißen Abzeichen female young mixed breed for adoption at Tierheim Hamburg, Hamburg

Louise und Annie

1 yearFemale

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How to adopt from Tierheim Hamburg

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    Get in touch

    Use the contact details above β€” or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page β€” to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    Meet & greet

    Visit the shelter in person β€” or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions β€” to spend time with your potential new companion.

  5. 5

    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.

  6. 6

    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 β€” contact Tierheim Hamburg directly for specifics.

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About

About Tierheim Hamburg

Tierheim Hamburg is a cat shelter based in Hamburg, Germany. There are currently 24 cats listed for adoption.

The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds β€” currently among the residents are British Shorthair.

The animals currently listed at Tierheim Hamburg range in age from about 0 to 20 years old. Most are large.

Adoption process

Adopting from Hamburg

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.

When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Tierheim Hamburg directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself β€” 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 Germany, see our Germany import guide.

At a glance

Breeds currently at Tierheim Hamburg

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Tierheim Hamburg located?

Tierheim Hamburg is in Hamburg, Germany.

How many animals does Tierheim Hamburg have available for adoption?

Tierheim Hamburg currently has 125 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 24 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.

How do I adopt an animal from Tierheim Hamburg?

Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Tierheim Hamburg directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar β€” Tierheim Hamburg handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. 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.

Can I adopt from Tierheim Hamburg 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. Tierheim Hamburg typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport β€” 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 Tierheim Hamburg a verified shelter on TailHarbor?

Tierheim Hamburg 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 Tierheim Hamburg?

TailHarbor does not track adoption fees β€” they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Tierheim Hamburg directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Tierheim Hamburg via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.