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Mixed Breed · Unknown

Black PUŚKA arrived at our shelter from Zamojska Street. PUŚKA was initially very scared and reacted with fear, avoiding contact with people. For the first few days, she spent time hiding and wouldn't let anyone get close, and one of her reactions was defensive. This likely resulted from the stress of the new environment. Over time, however, she showed a gentler side. Currently, she is friendly, willingly staying near people and demanding affection. She isn't particularly interested in play or treats, but she enjoys quietly observing her surroundings, especially through the window. In her interactions with other cats, she remains neutral, though she tends to stay on the sidelines. PUŚKA is looking for a peaceful home that will provide her with a sense of security and allow her to live at her own pace.

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Czarna Puśka trafiła do schroniska z ul. Zamojskiej. Puśka początkowo była bardzo wystraszona i reagowała lękiem, unikając kontaktu z człowiekiem. Pierwsze dni spędzała schowana i nie pozwalała się do siebie zbliżyć, a jedna z jej reakcji miała charakter obronny. Najprawdopodobniej wynikało to ze stresu i nowego otoczenia. Z czasem pokazała jednak swoją łagodną stronę. Obecnie jest przyjazna, chętnie przebywa w pobliżu człowieka i domaga się czułości. Nie interesują jej szczególnie zabawa ani smakołyki, za to lubi spokojnie obserwować otoczenie, zwłaszcza przez okno. W relacjach z innymi kotami pozostaje neutralna, choć raczej trzyma się na uboczu. Puśka szuka spokojnego domu, który zapewni jej poczucie bezpieczeństwa i pozwoli jej żyć we własnym tempie.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇵🇱Lublin
Shelter
Schronisko Lublin
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing PUŚKA home

What you'll need for PUŚKA 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 PUŚKA

What life with PUŚKA looks like

PUŚKA is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Schronisko Lublin in Lublin.

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 PUŚKA, answered.

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