How do I contact the shelter about Martina?

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 Martina on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Martina 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 Martina 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 Martina 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 Martina 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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Martina

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

The cat Martina arrived at the shelter from Märjamaa with her three kittens and was initially a very big scaredy-cat. When the quarantine period ended and the vaccinations started to take effect, Martina was moved to the large cat room with the other cats. Getting used to the others went well, but she always hid from me. Sometimes I even thought that she had run off somewhere. After a long search, I finally found her somewhere in a nest. Over time, however, Martina started to overcome her fear and the cats were increasingly curious to see. She still doesn't come close or let me near, but she no longer hides. Rather, she calmly moves away. Sometimes I have accidentally stumbled upon Martina playing, when she throws her toys into the air and then tries to catch them. Getting used to people would definitely happen more quickly if Martina could go home. Martina is looking for a home where she can calmly get used to the home warmth, where a sense of home and trust in people would arise.

ET·Show original

Kassiema Martina saabus Märjamaalt turvakoju koos oma kolme pojakesega ja oli alguses jube suur susiseja. Kui karantiiniaeg läbi sai ja vaktsiinid kenasti kehtima hakkasid, pääses Martina suurde kassituppa teiste kiisude juurde. Teistega harjumine ja sisseelamine läks hästi, kuid minu eest puges alati peitu. Vahel tekkis lausa mõte, et ega ta nüüd kuskile jooksu pole saanud. Pika otsimisega leidsin ta siiski kuskilt pesast ülesse. Ajaga hakkas aga Martina hirm järgi andma ja kiisut oli üha rohkem uudistamas näha. Päris juurde veel ei tule ja lähedale ei luba, kuid peitu ka enam ei poe. Pigem eemaldub rahulikult. Mõnikord olen peale sattunud ka Martina mängudele, kui ta mänguasju õhku viskab ja neid siis püüab. Inimesega harjumine läheks kindlasti kiiremini, kui Martina oma koju saaks. Martina otsib kodu, kus ta saaks rahulikult tutvuda kodusoojusega, kus tekiks kodutunne ja usaldus inimese vastu. Kui Martina lugu sind puudutab ja sa oled südames valmis pakkuma endisele tänavakiisule kodu, siis palun kirjuta meiliaadressile . Tekkis huvi? Täida ankeet ja paku kodu!

Size

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Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇪🇪Estonia

Shelter

Gabrieli Loomade Elu MTÜ

Living with Martina

✓Spayed

Cared for by Gabrieli Loomade Elu MTÜ · Estonia Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Martina home

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About Martina

What life with Martina looks like

Martina 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 Martina, answered.

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