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Oktawia

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 5 years

Oktawia is a true queen of affection. She always runs up first when she sees a person - as if she can't wait for the moment of closeness. She jumps right next to you, gently rubs against you and demands petting with her quiet purring. She is extremely companionable and open. She doesn't need much time to trust - her heart is immediately ready for friendship. She loves to snuggle, nestle and spend time close by, as if she wants to say: "I am here and I am very happy that you are." Oktawia brings warmth and joy into the home. Her presence makes every day start and end with a portion of affection.

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Oktawia to prawdziwa królowa czułości. Zawsze jako pierwsza podbiega, gdy tylko zobaczy człowieka – jakby nie mogła się doczekać chwili bliskości. Bez wahania wskakuje obok, ociera się delikatnie i domaga się głaskania swoim cichym mruczeniem. Jest niezwykle towarzyska i otwarta. Nie potrzebuje dużo czasu, by zaufać – jej serce od razu jest gotowe na przyjaźń. Uwielbia się miziać, wtulać i spędzać czas blisko, jakby chciała powiedzieć: „Jestem tu i bardzo się cieszę, że jesteś”. Oktawia wnosi do domu ciepło i radość. Jej obecność sprawia, że każdy dzień zaczyna się i kończy od porcji czułości. 🐾💕

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim
Cared for by OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim · PolandLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Oktawia home

What you'll need for Oktawia 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 Oktawia

What life with Oktawia looks like

Oktawia is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim 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 Oktawia, answered.

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