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Baltazar

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Hello, my name is Baltazar. I am an older cat, and my story hasn't been an easy one. On April 4, 2026, I was taken in by our shelter from the street named Bronder. At that time, I was very ill and required precise diagnosis and long-term treatment. Fortunately, thanks to the careful care, I managed to return to good health, and today I feel much better. I am a calm and very gentle cat. At first, I can be shy and cautious, as life has taught me that not everything is as it seems. Despite this, I like people and their presence. Sometimes I approach to greet them, even rubbing against their legs, asking for a little attention. I am not pushy – I simply enjoy knowing that someone is nearby. I also have a huge appetite. I love eating and it seems that I am trying to make up for all the tough times when food might have been scarce. A bowl full of treats is definitely one of my favorite things in the world. I am a carrier of FIV, also known as the cat immunodeficiency virus. This disease is not dangerous for humans or other animal species – it can only be contracted by cats. FIV weakens the immune system, so cats like me may be more susceptible to infections and require regular veterinary care. Many cats with FIV live peacefully, happily, and in good condition for long periods. After completing my treatment, I was supposed to return to the freedom, but it quickly became clear that I don't manage well on the street. The street is no longer a place for me. I need a safe home, a full bowl, and a person who will show me that the autumn of life can be peaceful and full of warmth. If you are looking for a gentle, grateful friend who will repay your shown heart with its calm companionship, I might just be waiting for you.

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Cześć, jestem Baltazar.Jestem starszym kocurkiem, a moja historia nie należała do łatwych. 4 kwietnia 2026 roku trafiłem z ulicy Brondera pod opiekę Centrum Weterynarii. Byłem wtedy bardzo schorowany i wymagałem dokładnej diagnostyki oraz długiego leczenia. Na szczęście dzięki troskliwej opiece udało mi się wrócić do dobrej formy i dziś czuję się już znacznie lepiej.Jestem spokojnym i bardzo łagodnym kotem. Początkowo bywam nieśmiały i ostrożny, bo życie nauczyło mnie, że nie wszystko jest takie, jakim się wydaje. Mimo tego lubię ludzi i ich obecność. Czasem podchodzę, żeby się przywitać, a nawet ocieram się o nogi, prosząc o odrobinę uwagi. Nie jestem nachalny – po prostu lubię wiedzieć, że ktoś jest obok.Mam też ogromny apetyt. Uwielbiam jeść i wygląda na to, że próbuję nadrobić wszystkie trudne chwile, kiedy jedzenia mogło brakować. Miseczka pełna smakołyków to zdecydowanie jedna z moich ulubionych rzeczy na świecie.Jestem nosicielem wirusa FIV, nazywanego kocim wirusem niedoboru odporności. Choroba ta nie jest groźna dla ludzi ani innych gatunków zwierząt – mogą zarazić się nią wyłącznie koty. FIV osłabia układ odpornościowy, dlatego koty takie jak ja mogą być bardziej podatne na infekcje i wymagają regularnej opieki weterynaryjnej. Wiele kotów z FIV przez długie lata żyje jednak spokojnie, szczęśliwie i w dobrej kondycji.Po zakończeniu leczenia miałem wrócić na wolność, ale szybko okazało się, że zupełnie sobie tam nie radzę. Ulica nie jest już miejscem dla mnie. Potrzebuję bezpiecznego domu, pełnej miski i człowieka, który pokaże mi, że jesień życia może być spokojna i pełna ciepła.Jeśli szukasz łagodnego, wdzięcznego przyjaciela, który odwdzięczy się za okazane serce swoim spokojnym towarzystwem, być może czekam właśnie na Ciebie.

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🇵🇱Zabrze
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Schronisko Zabrze
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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Baltazar home

What you'll need for Baltazar 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
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    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 Baltazar

What life with Baltazar looks like

Baltazar is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Schronisko Zabrze in Zabrze.

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 Poland

Polish shelters maintain established transport routes to Germany, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden. Animals leave sterilized and chipped. Adoption fees are typically lower than in Western Europe (often €50–€150) but adopters cover transport.

Zabrze, Poland — browse more cats in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Baltazar, answered.

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