How do I contact the shelter about Gustaw?

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

Can I adopt Gustaw if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Schronisko Bełchatów 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 Gustaw 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 Gustaw 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 Bełchatów early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gustaw 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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Gustaw

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Gustaw is an almost one-year-old kitten who was found in the town of Augustynów. He was secured by a private individual and, at the request of the Municipality, brought to the animal shelter. Gustaw is a cat who can be picked up, but he defends himself against such contact. We are looking for a permanent home for him and a person who will dedicate time to him, giving this kitten a chance to form a great relationship with humans. He knows how to use a litter box. He uses a scratching post. A carrier for transporting the cat will be required from the future caregiver. Gender: MaleYear of Birth: 2025 Chip Number: 106851Special Markings: N/ACastration: YesVaccination: YesHeartworm Treatment: YesPCR Test for FeLV (Feline Leukemia): NEGATIVEBehavior with Cats: POSITIVEBehavior with Dogs: UNKNOWNBehavior with People: SLIGHTLY RETICENTHe has a health record at the animal shelter since: November 20, 2025Brought from: Municipality of Bełchatów Gender: MaleSize: MediumHair: Short

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Menu STRONA GŁÓWNANOWO PRZYJĘTEAKTUALNOŚCIO NASPOMOCDO ADOPCJIPRZYJMOWANIEKONTAKT 106851 Gustaw 106851 Gustaw Gustaw to niespełna roczny kociak, który został znaleziony w miejscowości Augustynów. Został zabezpieczony przez osobę prywatną i na polecenie Gminy dowieziony do Schroniska. Gustaw jest kotem, który daje się wziąć na ręce, jednak broni się przed takim kontaktem. Poszukujemy dla niego domu niewychodzącego i człowieka, który poświęci mu czas, dzięki któremu ten kociak ma szansę na stworzenie fajnej relacji z człowiekiem. Umie korzystać z kuwety. Korzysta z drapaka.Wymagane jest od przyszłego opiekuna posiadanie transportera do przewozu kota. Płeć: kocurRok urodzenia: 2025. Nr chip: 106851Znaki szczególne: BRAKKastracja: TAKSzczepienie: TAKOdrobaczenie: TAKTesty PCR-y FeLV (białaczka): UJEMNEStosunek do kotów: POZYTYWNYStosunek do psów: NIEZNANYStosunek do ludzi: LEKKO WYCOFANYPosiada książeczkę zdrowia W schronisku od : 20.11.2025Dowieziona z : gmina Bełchatów Płeć: MęskaWielkość: ŚredniSierść: Krótka << wróć 106851 Gustaw Gustaw to niespełna roczny kociak, który został znaleziony w miejscowości Augustynów. Został zabezpieczony przez osobę prywatną i na polecenie Gminy dowieziony do Schroniska. Gustaw jest kotem, który daje się wziąć na ręce, jednak broni się przed takim kontaktem. Poszukujemy dla niego domu niewychodzącego i człowieka, który poświęci mu czas, dzięki któremu ten kociak ma szansę na stworzenie fajnej relacji z człowiekiem. Umie korzystać z kuwety. Korzysta z drapaka.Wymagane jest od przyszłego opiekuna posiadanie transportera do przewozu kota. Płeć: kocurRok urodzenia: 2025. Nr chip: 106851Znaki szczególne: BRAKKastracja: TAKSzczepienie: TAKOdrobaczenie: TAKTesty PCR-y FeLV (białaczka): UJEMNEStosunek do kotów: POZYTYWNYStosunek do psów: NIEZNANYStosunek do ludzi: LEKKO WYCOFANYPosiada książeczkę zdrowia W schronisku od : 20.11.2025Dowieziona z : gmina Bełchatów Płeć: MęskaWielkość: ŚredniSierść: Krótka << wróć

Size

Medium

Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇵🇱Poland

Shelter

Schronisko Bełchatów

Living with Gustaw

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

Cared for by Schronisko Bełchatów · Poland Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Gustaw home

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About Gustaw

What life with Gustaw looks like

Gustaw is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Schronisko Bełchatów 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 Gustaw, answered.

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