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Samo

Mixed Breed · Male

Samo is an estimated three-year-old, energetic and confident cat. He is used to living in a larger group and needs a companion to provide support and security in stressful situations. When he arrived at the cat shelter, he was skeptical about people's intentions, and he has had a reserved personality since the beginning. He growls if a person tries to touch him, but he will often leave the situation rather than start hissing. He comes out boldly during human interactions, especially when food is involved, but he does not yet understand how to play. Samo also seems to be close to his roommate Martsipani, who has been seen often grooming and cuddling with Samo. Both cats have also been observed sleeping together in the same spot - perhaps they could be a good match for a home together if a suitable feline companion cannot be found. Samo is very interested in new places and new cats, and he often watches the cats in the neighboring room through the cat door. He may also watch people's activities from the window. Looking out the window is also a favorite pastime for him. Samo has a good appetite and is willing to eat from a person's hand. He allows some touching, but he does not understand petting, and most of his contact with human hands has been during care procedures. Therefore, it would be good if the cat's forever home could have understanding for a cat that is still learning to be around people and can slowly get used to the life of a house cat. If Samo sparks your interest, please fill out the adoption application carefully and we will discuss the matter further. In your application, please tell us what kind of home and family the cat would have with you, and what you expect from the cat as a pet. We will only process and respond to applications that are filled out carefully.

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Populaatiotaustainen Samo on arviolta kolme vuotias, reippaalta vaikuttava kaveri. Samo on tottunut elämään isommassakin porukassa ja tarvitsee ehdottomasti seurakseen reippaan kissan josta hakea tukea ja turvaa jänittävissä tilanteissa. Saapuessaan kissatalolle hän epäili pitkään ihmisten aikomuksia, ja luonnetta pojalla ollut alusta asti. Hän sähisee jos ihminen tungettelee iholle, mutta ennemmin poistuu tilanteesta kuin alkaa rähisemään. Hän tulee rohkeasti esille ihmisten aikana, erityisesti ruoan perässä mutta ei ymmärrä vielä leikittämisen päälle. Samo on myös se, josta toiset kissat saattavat hakea tukea. Samo vaikuttaa olevan läheisissä väleissä kämppiksensä Martsipanin kanssa, joka on nähty usein pesemässä ja halimassa Samoa. Molemmat kissat on myös monesti havaittu samassa nukkumapaikassa yhdessä – ehkäpä pari voisivat sopia yhteiseen kotiinkin, jos kotiehdokkaalta ei löydy sopivaa kissakaveria omasta takaa. Samoa kiinnostaa kovasti uudet paikat ja uudet kissat, ja hän seuraileekin verkko-oven läpi naapurihuoneen kissoja usein. Saattaapa hän jäädä vierestä katselemaan ihmistenkin touhuja. Myös ikkunalta ulos tuijottelu on hänelle mieluisaa ajanvietettä. Samolla on hyvä ruokahalu ja hän uskaltaa syödä myös kädestä. Samo antaa jonkin verran koskettaa mutta ei ymmärrä silittämistä, ja kosketus ihmiskäsiin onkin enimmäkseen ollut hoitotoimenpiteiden yhteydessä. Siksi oliskin hyvä, että loppuelämän kodilta löytyisi ymmärrystä kissasta, joka vielä opettelee ihmisten kanssa olemista ja saa rauhassa totutella kotikissan elämään. Mikäli Samo 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.

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

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Samo home

What you'll need for Samo 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 Samo

What life with Samo looks like

Samo is an 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 Samo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Samo?
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 Samo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Samo 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Samo 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 Samo 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 Samo 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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