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Karmen

Female · Adult · 6 years

Karmen is a beautiful kitten who has come a long way. Previously, she lived on the streets, so she had to build trust in humans from scratch. Not long ago, she was very withdrawn and shy; today, however, it’s clear that with each passing day she’s gaining confidence and becoming increasingly comfortable interacting with people. If you approach her calmly and with sensitivity, she’ll come out of her safe space all by herself and gently ask for petting. She enjoys human contact and can truly relish it. On a daily basis, she even lets us brush her fur. However, it’s important to remember that she doesn’t handle medical procedures, being moved around, or being restrained well at all. Therefore, her future guardian should respect her boundaries and be aware that vet visits may require patience and a gentle approach. At home, it’s best to gradually work with Karmen to help her become calmly accustomed to grooming and medical procedures. Karmen would thrive best as an only cat. The presence of other cats clearly stresses her out, so we’re looking for a home where she can enjoy peace and undivided attention from her caregivers. Currently, the cat requires a special renal-supportive rental diet. At the end of the month, she’ll undergo routine blood tests. We’re searching for a calm and responsible forever home for Karmen—a home that will accept her unique personality, provide her with appropriate medical care, and allow her to build a sense of security at her own pace. We believe that under the right conditions, Karmen will find peace and be able to fully enjoy life by her human’s side. We invite you to fill out the pre-adoption questionnaire: Before adopting, make sure your home or apartment is safe and properly prepared to welcome a new family member. Please note: If you decide to adopt a cat or are considering adoption, be sure to bring a carrier or transport bag to the shelter for transporting the cat.

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Karmen to piękna koteczka, która przeszła długą drogę. Wcześniej żyła na ulicy, dlatego zaufanie do człowieka musiała budować od podstaw. Jeszcze jakiś czas temu była bardzo wycofana i nieśmiała, dziś natomiast widać, jak z każdym dniem nabiera odwagi i coraz lepiej odnajduje się w kontakcie z ludźmi. Gdy podejdzie się do niej spokojnie i z wyczuciem, sama wychodzi ze swojego bezpiecznego miejsca i delikatnie prosi o głaski. Lubi kontakt z człowiekiem i potrafi czerpać z niego przyjemność. Na co dzień pozwalała się nawet wyczesywać. Trzeba jednak pamiętać, że źle znosi sytuacje związane z zabiegami medycznymi, przenoszeniem czy unieruchamianiem. Dlatego przyszły opiekun powinien szanować jej granice i mieć świadomość, że wizyty u lekarza weterynarii mogą wymagać cierpliwości i odpowiedniego podejścia. U Karmen rozpoznano przewlekłą chorobę nerek, dlatego pozostaje pod opieką weterynaryjną i otrzymuje preparaty wspierające ich funkcjonowanie. Leczenie przyniosło poprawę wyników badań, jednak konieczne są dalsze regularne kontrole. Kotka ma również dawne zmiany pourazowe w obrębie miednicy i lewej tylnej kończyny oraz zmiany zwyrodnieniowe kręgosłupa. Z tego powodu otrzymuje leczenie przeciwbólowe, które ma poprawić jej komfort codziennego funkcjonowania. To koteczka, która potrzebuje spokojnego, cierpliwego domu i troskliwego opiekuna gotowego kontynuować jej leczenie. Początkowo bardzo nieufna, z czasem zaczęła otwierać się na ludzi i sama dopominać się o czułość. Najlepiej odnajdzie się jako jedyna kotka w domu. Wierzymy, że w odpowiednich warunkach Karmen odnajdzie spokój i będzie mogła w pełni cieszyć się życiem u boku swojego człowieka. Planujesz adopcję kota? * Wypełnij ankietę przedadopcyjną ( ) i zabierz ją ze sobą do Schroniska. * Przygotuj bezpieczny dom – zabezpiecz okna i balkon. * Zabierz transporter lub torbę transportową dla kota. * Jeśli masz już kota, zabierz wyniki jego testów FIV i FeLV.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Karmen
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✕Has special needs
Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

Listed 7 months ago

Bringing Karmen home

What you'll need for Karmen 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 Karmen

What life with Karmen looks like

Karmen 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, gentle approach due to shy nature

🇵🇱Adopting from Poland

Polish shelters maintain established transport routes to Germany, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden. Many animals leave sterilized and chipped, and adopters often cover transport. Confirm with the shelter.

Warsaw, Poland — browse more cats in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Karmen, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Karmen?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Schronisko Na Paluchu handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Karmen on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Karmen if I live in another country?
Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Schronisko Na Paluchu whether they will for Karmen, what they require (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Karmen already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Schronisko Na Paluchu lists Karmen as spayed. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Schronisko Na Paluchu, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Karmen isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Schronisko Na Paluchu about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Karmen 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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