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Irys

Male · Adult · 4 years

Irys is a young male cat who was brought to the animal shelter directly from home, along with other cats and dogs. The sudden change was a huge shock for him, and he still feels uncertain and doesn't quite understand where he is or why he's there. Although he can be scared and initially observes his surroundings from a safe distance, he quickly opens up when in contact with people. Irys loves to snuggle, clings to people almost immediately, and seeks a sense of safety and comfort in them. He is a delicate, sensitive cat who urgently needs a forever home, a place where he will feel safe and can calmly open up to the world, with a loving caregiver by his side. The health condition of the kitten may change. Before adoption, please contact the Animal Adoption Office to confirm the current health status. Before adoption, we suggest reviewing the pre-adoption questionnaire and coming to the animal shelter with the form already filled out: Note: If you decide to adopt a cat or are considering it, be sure to bring a carrier or transport bag for the cat to the animal shelter. Before adoption, make sure your home/apartment is safe and properly prepared for the new family member. Remember to secure the windows and balcony.

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Irys to młody kocurek, który trafił do schroniska prosto z domu, razem z innymi kotami i psami. Nagła zmiana była dla niego ogromnym szokiem, wciąż czuje się niepewnie i nie do końca rozumie, gdzie i dlaczego się znalazł. Choć bywa wystraszony i na początku obserwuje otoczenie z bezpiecznego dystansu, w kontakcie z człowiekiem bardzo szybko się otwiera. Irys uwielbia się przytulać, lgnie do ludzi niemal od razu i szuka w nich poczucia bezpieczeństwa oraz ukojenia. To delikatny, wrażliwy kot, który pilnie potrzebuje domu na zawsze, miejsca, w którym poczuje się bezpiecznie i będzie mógł spokojnie otwierać się na świat, mając u boku kochającego opiekuna. Stan zdrowia kotka może ulec zmianie. Przed adopcją prosimy o kontakt z Biurem Adopcji Zwierząt, aby ustalić aktualny stan zdrowia. Przed adopcją Sugerujemy zapoznanie się z kwestionariuszem przedadopcyjnym i przyjazd do schroniska z już wypełnioną ankietą: Uwaga: Decydując się na adopcję kota lub rozważając ją, koniecznie weź ze sobą do schroniska transporter lub torbę transportową do przewozu kotów. Przed adopcją upewnij się, że Twój dom / mieszkanie jest bezpieczne i odpowiednio przygotowane do przyjęcia nowego członka rodziny. Pamiętaj, żeby zabezpieczyć okna i balkon.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Irys
  • Neutered
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Irys home

What you'll need for Irys 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
  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 Irys

What life with Irys looks like

Irys is a small adult cat waiting at Schronisko Na Paluchu in Warsaw.

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.

Note from the shelter: Requires patient owner due to trauma from sudden environment change

🇵🇱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.

Warsaw, Poland browse more cats in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Irys, answered.

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