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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

Edison arrived at the shelter Konuverest, where he caused a lot of trouble and caused much annoyance to the locals. Fighting with other cats and causing problems in the garden were part of his lifestyle, in addition to the young cat constantly crossing the road, risking getting under cars. The Konuvere municipality decided to send him to the shelter to learn manners. Initially, the cat was quite aggressive, but those days are now behind us. The cat is still a bit shy with visitors and prefers to be in hiding at first, but those who spend more time at the foster home may see the cat's red eyes, as the cat slowly comes out of hiding. Edison is very playful, likes to chase toys and sometimes plays with them on his own, chasing toy animals. Edison gladly takes treats from the party, but it will take some time before he goes to the food bowl. If you have always been chased and scared all your life, it's not easy to start trusting right away, but Edison is getting used to things and is making progress. In a large cat room, of course, it takes much more time than in home conditions. It would definitely go much faster at home if you work individually with him and encourage him. This requires time and patience. If you like Edison and are ready to offer him a home and spend time with him, please let me know by sending an email to the email address .

Read original (et)

Edison saabus turvakoju Konuverest, kus ta hulkurielu pidas ja kohalikele palju meelehärmi tekitas. Kaklused teiste kassidega ja aedades pahanduste tegemine kuulusid tema elustiili juurde, lisaks silkas kassipoiss pidevalt üle tee, riskides nii autode alla jäämisega. Konuvere kunn otsustati saata turvakoju kombeid õppima. Esialgu oli klutt üsna sõjakas, kuid need päevad on meil nüüd möödas. Külalistega on veel pisut pelglik ja eelistab esialgu varjus olla, kuid kes hoiukodus pikemalt aega veedavad, need võivad punapead ka oma silmaga näha, sest pikapeale tuleb ta vaikselt peidust välja. Suur mänguhuviline on Edison, suletutti meeldib taga ajada ja vahel lõbustab end ise ka, mänguasju taga ajades. Peo pealt maiuseid võtab hea meelega, aga paideni läheb veel aega. Kui sind on terve elu kogu aeg minema aetud ja hirmutatud, siis polegi kerge kohe usaldama hakata, aga Edison harjub ja teeb edusamme. Suures kassitoas võtab see muidugi palju rohkem aega kui kodustes tingimustes. Kindlasti läheks oma kodus asjad palju kiiremini edasi, kui temaga individuaalselt tegeleda ja julgustada. Selleks on vaja aega ja ka kannatust. Kui sulle Edison meeldib ja oled valmis talle kodu pakkuma ning temaga tegelema, siis palun anna sellest mulle teada, saates kirja meiliaadressile . Tekkis huvi? Täida ankeet ja paku kodu!

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇪🇪Estonia
Shelter
Gabrieli Loomade Elu MTÜ
Living with Edison
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Bringing Edison home

What you'll need for Edison 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 Edison

What life with Edison looks like

Edison is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Gabrieli Loomade Elu MTÜ in Estonia.

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 Estonia

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Edison, answered.

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