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Ratatouille

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Despite his rough start, Ratatouille is thriving as he learns to experience the world in his own way. We rescued this tiny warrior after he was found in a heart-breaking state and taken straight to the vet. One of his eyes had been severely damaged before birth, so it had to be removed immediately. His remaining eye was also injured, and we weren't sure if he would ever see again. It just so happens that Dr. Scott Miller was visiting at the time and he kindly helped us assess and diagnose little Ratatouille. With his expert guidance, we ran every test we could -- FIV, FeLV, and all the usual suspects that can cause in-utero damage -- but thankfully, Ratatouille tested negative for them all. Now, with the small amount of vision in his remaining eye, he's learning to navigate the world through muscle memory, trust, and love. He's bonded beautifully with Akindi and our son Iggy, finding joy, safety, and play in his new home. Despite everything he's lost, Ratatouille is thriving -- curious, cuddly, and full of life! Sponsor Ratatouille to stay updated on his journey and help with his ongoing medical care as we continue to help him thrive in his new life. Read more about our vet clinic campaign with Dr Scott Miller.

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Despite his rough start, Ratatouille is thriving as he learns to experience the world in his own way We rescued this tiny warrior after he was found in a heart-breaking state and taken straight to the vet. One of his eyes had been severely damaged before birth, so it had to be removed immediately. His remaining eye was also injured, and we weren’t sure if he would ever see again. It just so happens that Dr. Scott Miller was visiting at the time and he kindly helped us assess and diagnose little Ratatouille. With his expert guidance, we ran every test we could — FIV, FeLV, and all the usual suspects that can cause in-utero damage — but thankfully, Ratatouille tested negative for them all. Now, with the small amount of vision in his remaining eye, he’s learning to navigate the world through muscle memory, trust, and love. He’s bonded beautifully with Akindi and our son Iggy, finding joy, safety, and play in his new home. Despite everything he’s lost, Ratatouille is thriving — curious, cuddly, and full of life! Sponsor Ratatouille to stay updated on his journey and help with his ongoing medical care as we continue to help him thrive in his new life. Read more about our vet clinic campaign with Dr Scott Miller.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇪🇸Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Shelter
Tenerife Animal Sanctuary
Cared for by Tenerife Animal Sanctuary · Santa Cruz de TenerifeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Ratatouille home

What you'll need for Ratatouille 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 Ratatouille

What life with Ratatouille looks like

Ratatouille is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tenerife Animal Sanctuary in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ratatouille, answered.

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