How do I contact the shelter about Seela?

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

Can I adopt Seela if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Rekku Rescue 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 Seela 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 Seela 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 Rekku Rescue ry early rather than rehoming privately; they know Seela 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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Seela

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 4 years

Seela is a 4-year-old beauty, very active and interested in human activities, who wants to be involved in everything you do. Seela came to the association as a home changer for reasons beyond her control. In a new place, Seela may initially be a bit nervous and observe the situation from a safe distance, but she will soon be encouraged. Once you get to know her, Seela will be the best companion, following you everywhere. Whether you are cooking, watching TV or in the bathroom, Seela will come curiously to observe. Water is so interesting to Seela that she may even get a companion in the shower. Seela has a lovely energetic, but very strong hunting instinct. She plays a lot on her own, but she lights up with shared games with toys that she can chase and hunt. Because Seela is an intelligent and energetic cat, she needs clear boundaries and active activities: do not play with your hands, but always direct the game to a toy. If Seela is hungry or needs attention, she may sometimes remind you of her existence with a little nip, so the new home is expected to be consistent and maintain safe routines. By nature, Seela is a kind lady who values respect for her own boundaries. Seela will come to be petted and cuddled completely on her own terms. Care procedures go smoothly as long as they are done calmly. In her previous home, Seela had some accidents, but in the foster home, the accidents have always been properly disposed of the litter box, and there have been no other symptoms. However, Seela has been quite picky about food. On the other hand, the girl has had a bit of overweight, which is why it is important to pay attention to Seela's diet and suitable portion sizes. During the veterinarian's examination, Seela was found to have some tartar, which should be removed within about a year. Seela would appreciate a quiet home where the cat's body language and soul are understood and Seela is activated sufficiently. However, Seela is very sociable, so there should not be long periods of loneliness: in a suitable home, there could be several people, Seela would also be well suited for a remote worker's friend. Seela is not suitable for the company of the smallest children due to her nipping tendencies, but she could be suitable for the company of older children who are accustomed to cats. Seela has no experience with other cats, so she is looking for a home primarily as the only cat.

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Seela on noin 4-vuotias kaunotar, valtavan aktiivinen ja ihmisen puuhista kiinnostunut kissa, joka haluaa olla mukana kaikessa mitä teet. Seela saapui yhdistykselle kodinvaihtajana itsestään riippumattomista syistä. Uudessa paikassa Seela saattaa ensin hieman jännittää ja seurata tilannetta turvallisen etäisyyden päästä, mutta rohkaistuu pian. Jahka tutustutte, Seelasta kuoriutuu mitä parhain seuralainen, joka seuraa perässä joka paikkaan. Olit sitten kokkailemassa, katsomassa telkkaria tai vessassa, Seela tulee uteliaana mukaan tarkkailemaan. Vesi kiinnostaa Seelaa niin paljon, että siitä saattaa saada seuralaisen jopa suihkuun. Seelalla on ihanan energinen, mutta hyvin vahva saalistusvietti. Se leikkii paljon myös itsekseen, mutta syttyy yhteisiin leikkeihin leluilla, joita se saa jahdata ja saalistaa. Koska Seela on älykäs ja energinen kissa, se tarvitsee selkeät rajat ja aktiivista tekemistä: käsillä ei leikitä, vaan leikki ohjataan aina leluun. Nälän tai huomionkaipuun iskiessä Seela saattaa joskus muistuttaa olemassaolostaan pikkunäykkäisyllä, joten uudelta kodilta toivotaan johdonmukaisuutta ja turvallisten rutiinien ylläpitoa. Perusluonteeltaan Seela on kiltti neiti, joka arvostaa kunnioitusta omia rajojaan kohtaan. Seela tulee rapsuteltavaksi ja syliin täysin omilla ehdoillaan. Hoitotoimenpiteet sujuvat kiltisti, kunhan ne tehdään rauhallisesti. Edellisessä kodissa Seelalla esiintyi hutipissoja, mutta sijaiskodissa pissat ovat tulleet aina asianmukaisesti hiekkalaatikkoon, eikä muitakaan oireita ole ollut. Ruuan suhteen Seela on kuitenkin ollut melko nirso. Toisaalta neidillä on ollut hiukan ylipainoa, minkä takia on tärkeä kiinnittää huomiota Seelan ruokavalioon ja sopiviin annoskokoihin. Eläinlääkärin tarkastuksessa Seelalta löytyi hieman hammaskiveä, joka olisi syytä poistaa n. vuoden kuluessa. Seela arvostaisi rauhallista kotia, jossa kissan elekieltä ja sielunelämää ymmärretään ja Seelaa aktivoidaan riittävästi. Seela on kuitenkin hyvin seurallinen, joten pitkiä yksinoloja ei saisi olla: sopivassa kodissa voisi olla useampia ihmisiä, Seela sopisi myös hyvin vaikkapa etätyöläisen kaveriksi. Aivan pienimpien lapsien kaveriksi Seela ei sovi näykkimistaipumuksensa vuoksi, mutta voisi sopia isompien, kissoihin tottuneiden lasten seuraan. Seelalla ei ole tiettävästi kokemuksia muista kissoista, joten hakee kotia ensisijaisesti ainoana kissana.

Size

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇫🇮Helsinki

Shelter

Rekku Rescue ry

Living with Seela