How do I contact the shelter about Rocco?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Rocco on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Rocco if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse 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 Rocco 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 Rocco 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 MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse early rather than rehoming privately; they know Rocco 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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Rocco

Mixed Breed · Male

Rocco was a bit shy when arriving, which was understandable in this situation. Who wouldn't be scared if within a short time they would experience pain, and also losing their home and owner. Instead of treatment, Rocco was put to sleep. The owner was convinced, and the cat was surrendered to the Estonian Animal Protection League and is now under the care of Tartu Cat Protection. The cat's teeth were fixed along with other necessary procedures. However, asthma has been detected, which needs to be treated and monitored. The foster home writes: "Rocco is like an old-fashioned gentleman from a movie. He really meows like a gentleman and the world must turn exactly as he wants. He wants a lot of closeness, but exactly as he wants and just that much. You have to know his body language well and understand when there's enough from the cuddles and the pats. Too many pats or approaching him at the wrong moment then he shows you, without shyness, to put a small paw. Sometimes when rushing past him and he's in a bad mood, he can snap. Not suitable for families with children. Loves to sleep in bed and secretly is actually very affectionate and possessive towards people. He has an ideal digestive system, worth keeping. Eats a lot, but always stays in perfect shape. Very protective about his food and no other cats or people can come near his bowl while he's eating. Rather not suitable to live with other cats. Doesn't fight with my other cats, but if others get too close in the bed or somewhere else, they get a paw. But if others don't enter his radius and the bed spots are nicely divided, everyone is fine. Doesn't tolerate dogs. Rocco is old, but plays with a ball and a feather like a boy. He has asthma. Right now, he gets a pill every day. Otherwise, there is a nebulizer available and we slowly train its use. It can be used when he is in the right mood." A new home should definitely take time for the cat to get used to. In the current foster home, several times have occurred where it seemed like it would be adopted, but usually the next home is already simple. The new family should also take into account monitoring and treating his health, which in reality is very simple. He is sufficiently motivated by food, so the pill can be given nicely with food. Rocco has had several treatment bills and clinic visits, and we are grateful if you can support taking care of him.

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Rocco oli meieni jõudes veidi pelglik, mis oli selles olukorras arusaadav. Kes ei kardaks, kui lühikese aja jooksul peaks kogema lisaks valule, ka kodu ja omaniku kaotust. Roccot taheti ravimise asemel magama panna. Omanik saadi siiski nõusse ja kass loovutati Eestimaa Loomakaitse Liidule ja on nüüd Tartu Kassikaitse hoole all. Kassihärra hambad said korda tehtud koos muude vajalike protseduuridega. Küll aga on tal tänaseks avastatud astma, mida tuleb ravida ja jälgida. Hoiukodu kirjutab: “Rocco on nagu filmist vana toriseja härrad. Ta päriselt häälega toriseb ja maailm peab keerlema täpselt nii nagu tema tahab. Ta tahab palju lähedust, aga nii nagu tema tahab ja täpselt nii palju. Ta kehakeelt peab hästi tundma ja aru saama, millal on musidest ja paidest küllalt. Liiga palju paisid või kui talle sobimatul hetkel läheneda siis ta näitab sulle seda, ei häbene käpaga väike kõmakas panna. Vahel kui kiirustades temast mööda tormata ja tal paha tuju on, võib äsada. Lastega peresse pigem ei sobi. Armastab voodis magada ja salaja on tegelt väga hellik ja omanditundega inimese suhtes. Tal on ideaalne seedimissüsteem, kadestamist väärt. Sööb väga palju, aga ikka on ideaalkaalus. Oma toidu suhtes on väga kaitsev ja teistel kassidel või inimesel tema söömise ajal tema kausi juurde asja pole. Pigem ei sobi teiste kassidega kokku. Minu teiste kassidega ei kakle, aga kui teised voodis või kuskil liiga ligi siis saavad käpaga. Aga kui teised ei kipu tema raadiussesse ja voodis kohad ilusti ära jaotatud, siis on kõigil hea. Koeri ei salli. Rocco on küll vana, aga mängib palli ja sulepulgaga nagu poisike. Tal on astma. Hetkel saab iga päev tableti. Muidu on nebulisaator olemas ja vaikselt harjutame selle kasutamist. Seda saab kasutada siis kui tal õige tuju.” Uus kodu peaks kindlasti võtma ka aega, et kass saaks harjuda. Praeguses hoiukodus läks mitmeid kuid, et nö omaks võtaks, samas tavaliselt järgmine kodu on juba lihtsam. Uus pere peab arvestama ka tema tervise jälgimise ja ravimisega, mis tegelikkuses on väga lihtne. Ta on küllalt toidust motiveeritud ja nii saab tableti toiduga kenasti antud. Roccoga on seotud mitmeid raviarveid ja kliinikumikülastusi ja oleme tänulikud, kui saate tema eest hoolitsemist toetada. Pikemat juttu Rocco kohta saab lugeda siit ja siit

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Location

🇪🇪Tartu

Shelter

MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse

Living with Rocco

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats

Cared for by MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse · Tartu Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Rocco home

What you'll need for Rocco in week one.

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About Rocco

What life with Rocco looks like

Rocco is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at MTÜ Tartu Kassikaitse in Tartu.

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.

Tartu, Estonia — browse more cats in Estonia.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rocco, answered.

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