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Zara

  • Kitten
  • Female
  • Medium

About Zara

Northlake, IL

Physical Traits

Kitten
(less than 1 year)
Female
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Coat: Long
Tabby (Gray / Blue / Silver), Calico

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Vaccinated:
Yes

Zara ’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Zara 's Story

Maine Coon Mom & 4 Kittens – Survivors of the Ukraine War Zone<br/>Now Safe in Chicago & Ready for Adoption<br/><br/>This beautiful Maine Coon family has an extraordinary rescue story. Their original breeder in Ukraine was forced to surrender his animals due to the ongoing impact of the war. To save their lives, the cats were legally transported out of the war zone and brought into the Czech Republic.<br/><br/>Their journey did not end there.<br/>To ensure they could travel safely and legally to the United States, they required:<br/> • International-level paperwork and documentation<br/> • Microchipping and travel preparation<br/> • Travel health certificates<br/> • Private nanny transport from Ukraine → Czech Republic → USA<br/> • International airline fees, carriers, and handling costs<br/><br/>The entire process was emotionally draining, logistically complex, and very expensive, but every step was taken to ensure these cats arrived safely and are now ready for new lives.<br/><br/>They are now in a foster home in Chicago, IL, socialized, affectionate, and thriving.<br/><br/>🐾 Who’s Available<br/> • Mama Maine Coon – gentle, stunning, and a devoted mother<br/> • 4 Kittens – 12 weeks old<br/> • 2 boys, 2 girls<br/> • One kitten is polydactyl (pterodactyl paws!)<br/> • All are sweet, very social, lovable, and healthy<br/><br/>🐾 Adoption Information<br/><br/>This is not a typical local rescue case. These cats were saved through an international rescue effort involving legal transport across multiple countries, specialized veterinary preparation, airline handling, and private nanny travel.<br/><br/>Because of this, placement is limited to adopters who understand and are prepared to support the documented rescue and transport costs associated with bringing these cats safely from a war zone to the United States.<br/><br/><br/>🐾 Next Steps<br/><br/>If you’re interested in adopting this incredible mom or one of her kittens, please reach out. These cats have survived what many never could — and they now deserve stable, loving homes here in the U.S.<br/><br/>Adoption application link:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/232924707557161<br/> <br/>847-727-9608<br/> <br/>Adoption Aplication:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/232924707557161<br/><br/>847-727-9608

Maine Coon Mom & 4 Kittens – Survivors of the Ukraine War Zone
Now Safe in Chicago & Ready for Adoption

This beautiful Maine Coon family has an extraordinary rescue story. Their original breeder in Ukraine was forced to surrender his animals due to the ongoing impact of the war. To save their lives, the cats were legally transported out of the war zone and brought into the Czech Republic.

Their journey did not end there.
To ensure they could travel safely and legally to the United States, they required:
• International-level paperwork and documentation
• Microchipping and travel preparation
• Travel health certificates
• Private nanny transport from Ukraine → Czech Republic → USA
• International airline fees, carriers, and handling costs

The entire process was emotionally draining, logistically complex, and very expensive, but every step was taken to ensure these cats arrived safely and are now ready for new lives.

They are now in a foster home in Chicago,

Maine Coon Mom & 4 Kittens – Survivors of the Ukraine War Zone
Now Safe in Chicago & Ready for Adoption

This beautiful Maine Coon family has an extraordinary rescue story. Their original breeder in Ukraine was forced to surrender his animals due to the ongoing impact of the war. To save their lives, the cats were legally transported out of the war zone and brought into the Czech Republic.

Their journey did not end there.
To ensure they could travel safely and legally to the United States, they required:
• International-level paperwork and documentation
• Microchipping and travel preparation
• Travel health certificates
• Private nanny transport from Ukraine → Czech Republic → USA
• International airline fees, carriers, and handling costs

The entire process was emotionally draining, logistically complex, and very expensive, but every step was taken to ensure these cats arrived safely and are now ready for new lives.

They are now in a foster home in Chicago, IL, socialized, affectionate, and thriving.

🐾 Who’s Available
• Mama Maine Coon – gentle, stunning, and a devoted mother
• 4 Kittens – 12 weeks old
• 2 boys, 2 girls
• One kitten is polydactyl (pterodactyl paws!)
• All are sweet, very social, lovable, and healthy

🐾 Adoption Information

This is not a typical local rescue case. These cats were sa

How To Adopt

Zara was listed as Adoptable by Dog is My Shepherd
How can I adopt Zara ?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Dog is My Shepherd. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Zara is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Dog is My Shepherd for details on the pet.
When can I meet Zara ?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Dog is My Shepherd will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Zara , they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Dog is My Shepherd, and they'll be happy to help!

Zara is from Dog is My Shepherd

[Northlake, IL]

Our Mission
Dog is my shepherd is an Illinois 501c(3) tax exempt charitable organization all breed rescue that is Licensed and Foster based !! ?Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in crisis through creating a volunteer community to provide direct care, rehabilitation, education, fostering and adoption for animals...
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