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Attila

Male

We’re still here after years of appeals to find him a home. Attila is a super-dog—large-sized, gorgeous, with a sunny disposition and such self-assurance that he never has to raise his voice at anyone to earn respect, not even with his own kind. Attila has been living here for far too long, and he hasn’t adapted—he’s simply resigned himself to life in the kennel. He deserves a life outside these walls, too; he’s a wonderful dog and he truly deserves it. Attila is right here, waiting for his chance. Potential cohabitation arrangements will be considered; no cats, please. For more information and to schedule an appointment, please contact 348 101 3553.

IT·Show original

Siamo ancora qui dopo anni di appelli a cercargli casa. Attila è un super cagnone, taglia grande, splendido, con un carattere solare e talmente sicuro di sé da non dover alzare la voce con nessuno per farsi rispettare, nemmeno con i suoi simili. Attila vive qui da tanto, troppo tempo, e non si è adattato: si è solo rassegnato al box. Ha diritto anche lui a una vita fuori di qui, è un cane meraviglioso e se lo merita. Attila è qui che aspetta la sua occasione. Da valutare eventuali convivenze, no gatti. Per info e appuntamenti contattare il 348 101 3553 .

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇮🇹Italy
Shelter
Rifugio Castelnovo di Sotto
Cared for by Rifugio Castelnovo di Sotto · Italy

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Attila home

What you'll need for Attila in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Attila

What life with Attila looks like

Attila is a large adult cat waiting at Rifugio Castelnovo di Sotto in Italy.

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 Italy

Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.

Italy, Italy — browse more cats in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Attila, answered.

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