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Heikki ja Tarzan

Mixed Breed · Male

Heikki, a small black-and-white gentleman, is a bundle of love brimming with curiosity. After an initial period of shyness, he has revealed himself to be a playful cat who loves to pounce and play. When he first arrived at the shelter, Heikki was missing most of his teeth, and his discomfort showed up in behaviors such as shyness and fatigue. Since his teeth were extracted, he’s enjoyed tasting several different foods, and hanging out and playing with both fellow cats and humans has become his favorite pastime. Heikki now accepts petting quite well and even asks for it throughout the day—sometimes boldly even climbing onto the bed! Heikki has a slightly quirky side; you can’t always tell what’s going on in his mind just by looking at him, and he tends to wander around, exploring everything in sight. Heikki has been easy to handle, even during medication treatments, although being held isn’t exactly his favorite thing. In the future, we’ll need to keep an eye on Heikki’s health and energy levels, especially if there are any signs of worsening oral health or loose teeth. The orange gentleman, Tarzan—known affectionately as Tarzu—has taken his time warming up to people. At first, he spent most of his days hiding and actively resisting human contact. This was greatly influenced by his frequent visits to the vet; once those visits ended, Tarzan was able to calm down and adjust to a more normal daily routine. As a result, he’s become much bolder and now even greets strangers. With his foster caregiver, Tarzan has made remarkable progress and now follows Heikki around, asking for petting. However, we need to proceed with caution when interacting with Tarzan, as he’s clearly not used to this new feeling of comfort and could easily become overwhelmed by too much attention or petting. You also shouldn’t approach him—or shouldn’t encourage others to approach him—with excessive enthusiasm; he values his personal boundaries. This guy also gets bored much more easily and will let you know when he needs something, for example by meowing loudly. Tarzan would benefit from more mental stimulation than his buddy Heikki, who happily sleeps all day long (or watches bird videos on TV). Getting either of them into a carrier and to the vet hasn’t been the easiest task. These days, Heikki goes into a carrier fairly easily, thanks to his social nature. We haven’t yet tried putting Tarzan into a carrier after his initial vet visits, to spare him unnecessary stress that previously caused issues like not urinating. Both cats have so far been on a mostly grain-free diet, and they’re both already able to eat dry food without any problems. They’re much more interested in human food than in cat treats. Both would probably also appreciate, for instance, a screened balcony where they could watch the world go by—there’s simply not enough to see outside their current home. We’re looking for a patient family for these boys, as it’ll take them some time to get used to a new environment and routine. The cats are accustomed to a quiet, peaceful life and having plenty of time to themselves while their humans are at work. They apparently lived peacefully for years in their previous home as well. They probably wouldn’t be a good fit for a household with young children. Years ago, they had apparently had successful encounters with other cats. If you’d like to offer Heikki and Tarzan a safe, loving home, please fill out the adoption application carefully. We’ll only consider and respond to applications that are completed thoroughly.

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Heikki, mustavalkoinen pieni herrasmies, on uteliaisuutta täynnä oleva rakkauspakkaus. Alun arkuuden jälkeen hänestä on paljastunut rahnutuksia ja leikkimistä rakastava kissa. Yhdistykselle tullessa Heikillä mätäni suurin osa hampaista ja kipuilu heijastui esimerkiksi arkuutena ja väsymyksenä. Hampaiden poiston jälkeen useampi eri ruoka on maistunut ja niin kissakaverin kuin ihmistenkin kanssa hengailu sekä leikkiminen on ollut parasta ajanvietettä. Heikki ottaa jo rahnutuksia hyvin vastaan ja tulee myös pyytämään niitä pitkin päivää, jopa sängylle asti ihan rohkeasti. Heikki on vähän hassun puoleinen, katseesta ei aina osaa päätellä mitä herralla on mielessä ja hänellä on tapana haahuilla tutkiskelemassa sitä sun tätä. Heikkiä on pystynyt käsittelemään hyvin esimerkiksi lääkekuurien aikana, vaikka sylissä pitäminen ei kovin kivaa olekaan. Heikin vointia ja jaksamista tulee seurata tulevaisuudessa läppävuodon tai loppujen hampaiden kunnon huonomisen suunnilta. Oranssi herra, Tarzan, tuttavallisemmin Tarzu, on ottanut aikansa ihmisille lämpenemisen suhteen. Aluksi runsas piilottelu ja hanakasti ihmiskontaktin vastustaminen olivat joka päiväistä. Tähän vaikutti suuresti lääkärissä ravaaminen, jonka loputtua Tarzan on päässyt rauhoittumaan ja totuttelemaan normaaliin arkeen. Tämän myötä hän on rohkaistunut valtavasti ja tulee tervehtimään jopa vieraita. Ensikotihoitajan kanssa Tarzan on tehnyt huimaa edistystä ja tulee nykyään hakemaan rahnutuksia Heikin perässä. Hänen kohdallaan pitää toimia kuitenkin pienellä varauksella, sillä Tarzan ei selkeästi ole tottunut tähän uuteen hyvänolon tunteeseen ja saattaa häkeltyä helposti liiasta paijauksesta. Häntä ei myöskään saa/kannata lähestyä itse liian innoissaan, herra arvostaa omia rajoja. Tämä kaveri myös tylsistyy huomattavasti helpommin ja kertoo tarpeistaan esimerkiksi huutamalla kovaan ääneen. Tarzan kaipaisi aktivointia enemmän kuin kaverinsa Heikki joka nukkuu mielellään koko päivän (tai katsoo telkkarista lintuvideoita). Kummankaan saaminen koppaan ja eläinlääkäriin ei ole ollut helpoimmasta päästä. Heikin saa nykyään koppaan suht helposti, kiitos hänen sosiaalisuutensa. Tarzanin kanssa ei olla koppaan menoa kokeiltu alun eläinlääkärireissujen jälkeen, jotta vältytään hänen turhalta stressaamiselta, joka aiheutti esimerkiksi pissaamattomuutta. Molemmilla on tähän asti ollut pääosin viljaton ruokavalio ja molemmat pystyvät syömään jo raksuja ongelmitta. Ihmisten ruoka kiinnostaa huomattavasti enemmän kuin kissojen herkut. Kumpikin myös arvostaisi todennäköisesti esimerkiksi lasitettua parveketta, josta pääsisi ihmettelemään maailman menoa, nykyisen asutuksen pihalla tapahtuu liian vähän asioita tuijotettavaksi. Molemmilla pojilla oli alkuvuodesta runsaasti parodontiittia ja hammassyöpymää, jonka johdosta Heikiltä poistettiin 17 ja Tarzanilta 13 hammasta. Heidän loppujen hampaidensa tilaa tulee tarkistuttaa säännöllisesti. Tulevalta kodilta toivotaan kärsivällisyyttä, sillä pojilla kestää hyvän aikaa tottua uuteen ympäristöön ja rutiineihin. Kissat ovat tottuneet rauhalliseen arkeen sekä saamaan omaan aikaan ihmisen ollessa töissä. Myös aiemmassa kodissa saivat ilmeisesti elellä vuosia rauhassa. Eivät todennäköisesti sovellu lapsiperheeseen. Muiden kissojen kanssa heillä on ollut vuosia sitten ilmeisesti onnistuneita kohtaamisia. Jos sinulla olisi tarjota Heikille ja Tarzanille turvallinen ja rakastava koti, täytä adoptiohakemus huolellisesti. Käsittelemme ja vastaamme vain huolellisesti täytettyihin hakemuksiin.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇫🇮Tampere
Shelter
Kissojen Katastrofiyhdistys KKY ry
Cared for by Kissojen Katastrofiyhdistys KKY ry · TampereLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Heikki ja Tarzan home

What you'll need for Heikki ja Tarzan in week one.

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  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
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    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
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    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 Heikki ja Tarzan

What life with Heikki ja Tarzan looks like

Heikki ja Tarzan is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Kissojen Katastrofiyhdistys KKY ry in Tampere.

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 Finland

Finnish shelters require a home visit and an adoption contract. Animals are vetted; the EU pet passport covers cross-border travel within the bloc.

Tampere, Finland browse more cats in Finland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Heikki ja Tarzan, answered.

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