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Utumbo

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

It was a crazy five days filled with helplessness and stress—dozens of volunteers tried to catch the kitten, which was wandering around with its intestines protruding. In the end, thanks to the amazing Zuzka, they succeeded, and the kitten—whom we’d started calling Utumbo—was immediately taken to the emergency clinic, where he underwent surgery. Miraculously, the outcome was far better than we’d dared to hope. After so many days on the streets, we’d feared it was already too late, but his intestine had been saved. The problem had been caused by roundworms, of which he’d been infested in abundance in his belly—and it was precisely these worms that could have complicated everything. Right now, Utumbo is recovering in temporary care; he’s on a special diet, and some time ago, he had to undergo the procedure again because his intestine had once more slipped out. Despite all these obstacles, he continues to fight bravely and is making great progress.

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Bylo to šílených pět dní plných bezmoci a stresu – desítky dobrovolníků se snažily odchytit kotě, které se potulovalo s vyhřezlým střevem. Nakonec se to díky úžasné Zuze podařilo, a kotě – kterému jsme začaly říkat Utumbo – bylo okamžitě odvezeno na pohotovost, kde podstoupilo operaci. Zázrakem dopadla lépe, než jsme vůbec doufaly. Po tolika dnech na ulici jsme se obávaly, že už bude pozdě, ale střevo se podařilo zachránit. Problémy způsobily škrkavky, kterých měl v bříšku opravdu požehnaně, a právě ty mohly všechno zkomplikovat. Momentálně se Utumbo doléčuje v dočasné péči, je na speciální dietě a po nějaké době musel zákrok podstoupit znovu, protože se mu střevo opět vyhrnulo ven. I přes všechny tyto překážky bojuje dál a dělá velké pokroky.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇨🇿Ostrava
Shelter
Second Chance Azyl Ostrava
Cared for by Second Chance Azyl Ostrava · OstravaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Utumbo home

What you'll need for Utumbo 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 Utumbo

What life with Utumbo looks like

Utumbo is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Second Chance Azyl Ostrava in Ostrava.

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 Czech Republic

Czech shelters (útulky) include sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip ID. The adopter signs a written contract (smlouva) — the shelter may follow up to verify wellbeing.

Ostrava, Czech Republic browse more cats in Czech Republic.

Frequently asked

Adopting Utumbo, answered.

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