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Belmondo…

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

Every time I write a post about him, I hope this will be the last time... Actually, only three people have shown serious interest in Belmond. The first person, over a year ago—due to a fungal infection, adoption wasn't possible. Then there was Mrs. Ewa, who took him under virtual adoption, and Mira—but given Belcia's illness, pairing him with her animal pack would have been reckless. Another one of our seniors, Krzywołap Kuba, took his place in her home. Later, I—a volunteer—wanted to take him in permanently to my own home, but... my own dog developed lymphoma, is undergoing chemotherapy, and is extremely susceptible to infections—including fungal ones. And so Belmondo still waits patiently for his turn... the best, the smartest, very sociable, calm yet full of spirit—he waits with the patience and serenity that only old creatures, seasoned by life and aware of the world’s rules, possess. He enjoys every moment he can spend with humans, seizes every opportunity to jump onto laps, and with just one glance, wins over everyone who visits the Women’s Cottage. Truly a Belmondo! Most likely, he’s the father, grandfather, and great-grandfather of at least half the cats in my village. He knows life like few others do. But getting back to the point: Belciu is an FIV-positive cat, which means his immune system is compromised, and any infection could run much more severely for him. Despite taking advantage of every available treatment option, he keeps suffering from recurrent skin fungus, which responds remarkably well to baths and medications. We believe that if he were in a stable environment, he might not get sick at all—but where he is now, at the Cottage (a sort of little hospital of ours), there’s a high turnover of cats, which causes constant stress. Bel would need to go to a home without other animals—not because of his FIV status, since our ward is a declared pacifist and wouldn’t start a fight even if provoked, nor because of his potential fungal carrier status. His tests are negative, yet the fungal infection keeps recurring from time to time. Still, so far, no human has caught anything from him despite the rather obvious petting, kisses, and cuddles. Will anyone fall in love with our handsome fellow? Bel also recommends to your attention the “Cottage on Cat Paws”—he’s always eager to make sure there’s a good supply of food on the shelves.

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Za każdym razem pisząc post o nim mam nadzieję, że To już ostatni raz.. tak naprawdę Belmondem na serio zainteresowały się 3 osoby. Pierwsza osoba ponad rok temu – przez grzybicę nie mogło dojść do adopcji. Później Pani Ewa – objęła go adopcją wirtualną oraz Mira, jednak ze względu na chorobę Belcia połączenie go ze jej stadem zwierząt byłoby lekkomyślne. Jego miejsce w jej domu zajął inny nasz seniorek – Krzywołap Kuba Potem ja – wolontariuszka, chciałam go przyjąć na dożywocie do swojego domu, ale.. mój prywatny pies zachorował na chłoniaka, otrzymuje chemioterapię i jest baaardzo podatny na infekcje – również grzybicze. I tak Belmondo wciąż czeka na swoją kolej.. najlepszy, najmądrzejszy, bardzo towarzyski, spokojny, ale jednak z werwą – czeka z cierpliwością i spokojem jakie mają w sobie tylko stare, znające życie i prawa rządzące światem istoty. Cieszy się każdą chwilą która może spędzić z człowiekiem, korzysta z każdej sposobności by wpakować się na kolana, jednym spojrzeniem rozkochuje w sobie wszystkie odwiedzające Domek niewiasty. No prawdziwy Belmondo Najpewniej jest ojcem, dziadkiem i pradziadkiem przynajmniej połowy kotów z mojej wsi. Zna życie jak mało który z nich. Ale do rzeczy. Belciu jest kotem FIV (+), co oznacza, że ma obniżoną odporność, każda infekcja może mieć u niego gorszy przebieg. Pomimo skorzystania z każdej dostępnej opcji leczenia, ciągle nawraca mu grzybica skóry, która bardzo łatwo daje się opanować kąpielami/ lekami. Obstawiamy, że gdyby znalazł się w stabilnym środowisku mógłby w ogóle nie chorować, ale tam gdzie jest, czyli w Domku (takim naszym jakby szpitaliku) jest bardzo duża rotacja kotów, a to niesie za sobą ciągły stres. Bel musiałby trafić do domu bez zwierząt. Nie ze względu na FIV bo nasz podopieczny jest zdeklarowanym pacyfistą i nieprowokowany nie wda się w żadną bójkę, a na potencjalne nosicielstwo grzyba. Posiewy sa ujemne, jednak co jakiś czas grzybica nawraca. Jednak, jak dotąd, żaden człowiek nie zaraził się od niego pomimo dość oczywistych głasków, buziaków i przytulanek. Czy ktoś pokocha naszego przystojniaka? . Bel również poleca Waszej uwadze Domek na kocich łapach – zawsze jest zainteresowany tym, by na półkach były zapasy dobrego jedzonka

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
PKDT – Pomoc Kotom i Dbanie o Tradycje
Cared for by PKDT – Pomoc Kotom i Dbanie o Tradycje · PolandLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Belmondo… home

What you'll need for Belmondo… in week one.

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  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 Belmondo…

What life with Belmondo… looks like

Belmondo… is a extra-large adult mixed breed cat waiting at PKDT – Pomoc Kotom i Dbanie o Tradycje in Poland.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Belmondo…, answered.

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