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Dorotka FIV+

Female · Adult · 9 years

Do you believe in love that blossoms slowly? Meet Dorotka, a cat who doesn’t rush to the spotlight—but once she trusts you, she’ll give you her whole feline heart. ❤️ Dorotka is an introverted kitty with immense potential to become the biggest cuddlebug in your home. Although at first she might pretend she’s not there, all it takes is a little patience (and some delicious treats!) to reveal her true nature. What makes Dorotka so special? Her gaze says it all: her eyes have an incredible depth—once you look into them, you’re lost! Velvet touch: She has an incredibly soft, delicate coat that just begs for gentle petting. Diplomacy master: She loves her cozy bed but is very open to negotiation... especially if the currency is her favorite tasty treats. Breakthrough moments: Recently, Dorotka has grown confident enough to show off professional kneading on her blanket and the sweetest belly-up lounging position. That’s the ultimate level of feline trust! This cat is FIV-positive. What is FIV+? It’s a feline immunodeficiency syndrome, commonly referred to as “feline AIDS” because it resembles the human version of the disease. Infection usually occurs through direct contact—the saliva of an infected cat entering another cat’s bloodstream, for example, via deep bite wounds during fights. Cats with FIV can live alongside other FIV-positive cats as well as healthy ones—provided the animals are calm and don’t engage in aggressive fights. Only cats can get infected; neither you nor your dog can catch it, and you can’t pass FIV on to your neighbor’s cat either. While FIV is incurable, with proper care, its progression can be slowed down, allowing an FIV-positive cat to live a long and happy life. The key is keeping the cat indoors, regularly monitoring its health, and boosting its immune system (for example, with appropriate supplements).

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Czy wierzysz w miłość, która rozkwita powoli? Poznaj Dorotkę, kotkę, która nie pcha się na afisz, ale gdy już Ci zaufa, oddaje całe swoje kocie serduszko. ❤️Dorotka to kocia introwertyczka z ogromnym potencjałem na największą pieszczochę w Twoim domu. Choć na początku może udawać, że jej nie ma, wystarczy odrobina cierpliwości (i pyszne jedzonko! ), by pokazała swoją prawdziwą naturę. Co sprawia, że Dorotka jest wyjątkowa? Spojrzenie, które mówi wszystko: Jej oczy mają w sobie niesamowitą głębię – raz spojrzysz i przepadniesz! Aksamitny dotyk: Posiada niezwykle delikatne, miękkie futerko, które aż prosi się o delikatne głaskanie. Mistrzyni dyplomacji: Kocha swoją bezpieczną budkę, ale jest bardzo otwarta na negocjacje… szczególnie jeśli walutą są ulubione smaczki. Przełomowe postępy: Ostatnio Dorotka poczuła się na tyle pewnie, że zaprezentowała profesjonalne ugniatanie kocyka oraz najsłodsze leżenie brzuchem do góry. To najwyższy stopień kociego zaufania! Ten kot jest nosicielem FIV+. Czym jest FIV+? Jest to zespół nabytego niedoboru immunologicznego, potocznie nazywany kocim AIDS, ponieważ przypomina ludzką odmianę tej choroby. Do zakażenia dochodzi głównie przez bezpośredni kontakt śliny nosiciela z krwią drugiego kota, czyli np. przez głębokie rany kąsane podczas bójek. Koty z FIV mogą mieszkać z innymi kotami zakażonymi FIV, ale też ze zdrowymi kotami, pod warunkiem, że zwierzaki są spokojne i nie dochodzi między nimi do agresywnych walk. Zarazić mogą się TYLKO KOTY. Nie zarazisz się więc ani Ty, ani Twój pies, ani nie przeniesiesz FIV na sobie na kota sąsiadów. To choroba nieuleczalna, ale dzięki odpowiedniej opiece można powstrzymać jej rozwój, a kot z FIV może żyć długo i szczęśliwie. Podstawą jest dom niewychodzący, regularne kontrolowanie stanu zdrowia kota i wzmacnianie jego odporności (np. za pomocą odpowiednich suplementów).

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
Living with Dorotka FIV+
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with cats
Cared for by Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu · Poznan

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Dorotka FIV+ home

What you'll need for Dorotka FIV+ 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 Dorotka FIV+

What life with Dorotka FIV+ looks like

Dorotka FIV+ is a small adult cat waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu in Poznan.

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.

Poznan, Poland — browse more cats in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dorotka FIV+, answered.

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