Rota’s Adoptable Pet of the Month: Barty

Barty the cat looking at the camera from inside of the cat tower

Barty is a two-year-old Tabby cat looking for a home (Rota Animal Welfare League (RAWL))

Stars and Stripes Europe has partnered with Rota Animal Welfare League (RAWL) to let you know about a pet at NAVSTA Rota in Spain that is looking for a new home. Meet Barty.

Barty’s favorite things are human affection, being held and treats. (Rota Animal Welfare League (RAWL))

Hello, my name is Barty.

I am 2-years-old.

I am a male tabby cat mix.

I have been in the shelter for a couple of months now after my family left and couldn’t take me with them. I was so confused.

Barty standing next to food and water bowls looking up at camera.

Barty would do best in a home with people and other cats. (Rota Animal Welfare League (RAWL))

My favorite things are human affection, being held and treats!

I would do best in a home with people and other cats. I just love everyone I meet! You can even hold me. I’m also gentle with children. I am also neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on all vaccines.

Flyer from RAWL featuring snapshots of dogs and cats. Flyer reads “ It’s a wrap! Our 2025 year in review | Our volunteers are absolutely amazing. We had 168 avtive volunteers who donated 3,949 hours of their time to give us a hand and provide for our furry friends | Due to all your hard work, we were able to find loving homes for 13 wonderful and 37 fantastic felines. Thank you all so much!

Stars and Stripes Europe congratulates RAWL on 50 dog and cat adoptions in 2025. (Rota Animal Welfare League (RAWL))

Editor’s Note: This article was written by a member of the local military community, not an employee of Stars and Stripes. Neither the organization nor the content is being represented by Stars and Stripes or the Department of Defense.

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