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Kerria

Mixed Breed · Female

Kerria is a friendly cat who is still in the process of becoming more comfortable with people. She doesn’t allow herself to be touched, but she’ll happily curl up on the sofa or bed right next to you—though her absolute favorite spot is definitely nestled in another cat’s lap. Because of this, Kerria is looking for a home where she can remain her own cautious self and take her time progressing through the gentle stages of socialization. As for feline companionship, Kerria craves closeness and shared grooming and sleeping moments; she’d love nothing more than to share a bed with another cat. Kerria isn’t fond of rough play, but she does enjoy playing fetch daily with the other cat from her first home. At night, she’ll happily “ride along” with any toy that seems suitable for playing. Her favorite toys include balls and wand toys (she never seems to tire of human interaction!), and she has plenty of hunting instincts and enthusiasm. In short, Kerria is multi-faceted: gentle and calm yet lively and active, shy yet deeply craving closeness. Life with Kerria is very easy, as she seems to have a wonderfully positive outlook on life and a modest nature. Despite needing her own space, she seems to enjoy everyone’s company and loves being included in everything. Health: Most of Kerria’s teeth have been removed. In April 2026, tartar was removed, and the remaining seven teeth were X-rayed. No teeth needed extraction this time, but due to a previous cancer diagnosis, her dental health will need to be monitored annually via X-rays. Kerria has been diagnosed with kidney failure and will be on Renal food for the rest of her life. She eats well—Kerria comes into the kitchen to wait for her meal and then quietly makes her way to her own feeding spot (due to different dietary needs, the cats from her first home eat in separate areas). Kerria also has spondylosis and osteoarthritis. Thanks to injections, weight loss, and increased exercise, her condition has improved significantly, and she’s become much more active. In the photos, her coat appears short on her back because it was shaved to remove mats when she first arrived at the association. Since then, Kerria has been grooming her coat normally, and no more mats have formed. Due to her shyness, giving medication directly into her mouth remains highly stressful for Kerria. Currently, she’s not receiving such treatments, but as her chronic conditions progress, her new home will need to be prepared to administer medication if necessary. If Kerria sparks your interest, please fill out the adoption application carefully and let’s discuss further details. In your application, tell us what kind of home and family would suit Kerria best, and what you expect from her as a pet. We’ll only consider and respond to applications that are filled out thoroughly.

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Kerria on kesyyntymisvaiheessa oleva ystävällinen kissa. Koskea ei anna, mutta hakeutuu itse sohvalle ja sänkyyn viereen hengailemaan, joskin ehdottomasti paras paikka on toisen kissan kainalossa. Tästä johtuen Kerria etsiikin kotia, missä se saa olla omanlaisensa arastelija ja ottaa aikansa hitaiden kesyyntymissteppien ottamisessa. Kissakaveriltaan Kerria toivoo läheisyyttä ja yhteisiä pesu- ja nukkumishetkiä, saman pedin jakaminen on tämän neidon mieleen. Painileikeistä Kerria ei pidä, mutta hippaa se leikkii päivittäin ensikodin toisen kissan kanssa. Öisin saa kyytiä kaikki leluksi sopiva. Lempparileluina on pallot ja keppilelut (ihmisen leikitykseen ei tunnu väsyvän ikinä), metsästysviettiä ja -intoa riittää. Kerria on siis moniulotteinen; lempeä ja rauhallinen mutta samalla vilkas ja aktiivinen, sekä arka, mutta läheisyydenkaipuinen. Arki Kerrian kanssa on hyvin helppoa, koska sillä tuntuu olevan hyvin positiivinen elämänasenne ja vaatimaton luonne, ja oman tilan tarpeesta huolimatta se tuntuu pitävän kaikista ja haluaa olla menossa mukana. Terveys: Kerrialta on poistettu suurin osa hampaista. Huhtikuussa -26 on poistettu hammaskivi ja jäljellä olevat 7 hammasta röntgenkuvattiin. Poistokuntoisia hampaita ei tällä kertaa ollut, mutta syöpymäsairauden vuoksi on hampaiden terveyttä seurattava vuosittain röntgenkuvauksilla. Kerrialla on diagnosoitu munuaisten vajaatoiminta ja se syö loppuelämänsä ajan Renal-ruokaa. Ruokailu onnistuu hienosti, Kerria tulee keittiöön odottamaan ruokaa ja kipittelee sitten edeltä omalle ruokapaikalleen (eri ruokavalioiden vuoksi ensikodin kissat syövät eri tiloissa). Kerrialla on myös spondyloosia ja nivelrikkoa. Näiden osalta vointi on kohentunut ja kissa aktivoitunut suuresti pistoshoidon, painonpudotuksen ja liikunnan lisäämisen myötä. Kuvissa turkki on selästä lyhyt, koska se ajeltiin takkujen vuoksi kissan saavuttua yhdistykselle. Sittemmin Kerria on hoitanut turkkiaan normaaliin tapaan, eikä takkuja ole enää muodostunut. Arkuutensa vuoksi suoraan suuhun annettavat lääkitykset ovat Kerrialle vielä todella stressaavia. Tällä hetkellä sellaisia ei mene, mutta kroonisten sairauksien edetessä omalla kodilla on oltava valmius lääkitsemiseen. Mikäli Kerria herättää kiinnostusta, täytä adoptiohakemus huolellisesti ja jutellaan asioista lisää. Kerro hakemuksessasi millainen koti ja perhe kissaa luonanne odottaisi, ja mitä kissalta lemmikkinä odotat. Käsittelemme ja vastaamme vain huolellisesti täytettyihin hakemuksiin.

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

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Kerria home

What you'll need for Kerria 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
    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
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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 Kerria

What life with Kerria looks like

Kerria is a 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 Kerria, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Kerria?
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 Kerria on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Kerria 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 Kerria 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 Kerria 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 Kerria 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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