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Obawa

Mixed Breed · Female

Disposition: Obawa is a cat whose name very well captures her first impression – she is reserved, cautious, and not a fan of direct human contact. She most often chooses a safe spot in her bed and spends her time observing the world from a distance. She does well in the company of other cats, does not engage in conflicts, and is able to coexist with other cats. She may even draw comfort from their presence. For people, she initially seems inaccessible and frightened, but this is only an act. Once Obawa gets to know someone and feels safe, she is capable of trust – allowing herself to be pet and clearly deriving pleasure from it, closing her eyes in contentment. The key to her heart, however, is peace, predictability, and gentleness in interaction. We are looking for a calm home without small, energetic children where she can develop at her own pace. A gentle, balanced cat that could become a support for her would also be most welcome. Obawa is unlikely to be a lap cat right away – but with the right conditions and a patient caregiver, she will repay you with her quiet presence and subtle, feline intimacy.

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Usposobienie: Obawa to kotka, której imię bardzo dobrze oddaje jej pierwsze wrażenie – jest wycofana, ostrożna i nie przepada za bezpośrednim kontaktem z człowiekiem. Najczęściej wybiera bezpieczne miejsce w swoim posłanku i tam spędza czas, obserwując świat z dystansu. W kocim towarzystwie radzi sobie dobrze, nie wchodzi w konflikty i potrafi współistnieć z innymi kotami. Może nawet czerpać z ich obecności poczucie bezpieczeństwa. Dla ludzi początkowo wydaje się niedostępna i wystraszona, ale to tylko pozory. Kiedy Obawa zdąży kogoś poznać i poczuje się bezpiecznie, potrafi zaufać – pozwala się głaskać i wyraźnie czerpie z tego przyjemność, mrużąc z zadowolenia oczka. Kluczem do jej serca jest jednak spokój, przewidywalność i delikatność w kontakcie. Szukamy dla niej domu spokojnego, bez małych, energicznych dzieci, gdzie będzie mogła rozwijać się w swoim tempie. Mile widziany byłby także łagodny, zrównoważony kot, który mógłby stać się dla niej wsparciem. Obawa prawdopodobnie nie będzie kotką „kolankową” od razu – ale w odpowiednich warunkach i przy cierpliwym opiekunie odwdzięczy się cichą obecnością i subtelną, kocią bliskością.

Size
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Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
Living with Obawa
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu · PoznanLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Obawa home

What you'll need for Obawa 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 Obawa

What life with Obawa looks like

Obawa is a adult mixed breed 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 Obawa, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Obawa?
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 Obawa on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Obawa 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 Obawa 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 Obawa 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 Obawa 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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