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Stray cat in poor condition at Kicelj Panorama (Tuzla) / Ulična mačka u lošem stanju na Kicelj Panorami

Za bosanski jezik, čitajte niže.

For English, scroll down a bit (in English).

Bosnian:

Zdravo svima,

Nedavno sam posjetio Tuzlu i više puta sam boravio na Kicelj Panorami (vidikovac iznad grada). Na toj tačnoj lokaciji sam nekoliko puta vidio crno-bijelu uličnu mačku koja mi je od tada stalno u mislima. Počeo sam je zvati Figaro, jer me podsjeća na mačka iz filma Pinokio.

Mačka je izgledala u jako lošem stanju: pothranjena, prljavog krzna, moguća infekcija oka i moguća povreda jedne šape. Bila je jako gladna i odmah bi pojela svu hranu koju bih joj dao (uvijek nosim malo hrane za mačke kada sam vani).

Prije nego što sam napustio Tuzlu, ostavio sam kesu hrane (zatvorenu), vodu, posudice i pisanu poruku na lokaciji u kojoj sam zamolio posjetioce da pomognu brinuti o mački. Od povratka u Nizozemsku stalno brinem za nju.

U prilogu sam dodao nekoliko fotografija kako bi je ljudi mogli prepoznati.

Pokušavam saznati:

  • Da li neko poznaje ovu mačku?
  • Da li se i dalje viđa na Kicelj Panorami?
  • Postoje li lokalni ljudi ili organizacije koje pomažu uličnim mačkama u tom području?
  • Koji bi bio najbolji način da se osigura dugoročna briga za ovu mačku?

Otvoren sam za sve opcije (lokalna briga, veterinarski pregled, udomljavanje itd.) i spreman sam pokriti veterinarske troškove ako bude potrebno. Uglavnom tražim nekoga lokalno ko može provjeriti trenutno stanje mačke i pomoći da se pronađe realno i dugoročno rješenje.

Svaki savjet, kontakt ili pomoć bi mi mnogo značili.

Hvala puno ❤️

(Bosanski ili engleski je u redu, ja ću prevesti)

Ažuriranje: do sada nijedna organizacija nije odgovorila na moje e-mailove, WhatsApp poruke ili Facebook poruke.

English:

Hi everyone,

I recently visited Tuzla and spent some time at Kicelj Panorama (the viewpoint above the city). At this exact location, I repeatedly saw a black-and-white stray cat that has been on my mind ever since. I started calling the cat Figaro, because it reminded me of the cat from the Pinocchio movie.

The cat looked in very poor condition: underweight, dirty fur, possibly an eye infection, and possibly injured on one paw. It was very hungry and immediately ate any food I gave it (I always carry snacks for cats when I’m outside).

Before leaving Tuzla, I left a bag of dry food (zip-locked), water, bowls, and a written note at the location asking visitors to help care for the cat. I’ve been worried about it since returning to the Netherlands.

I’ve attached a couple of photos so people can recognize it.

I’m trying to find out:

  • Does anyone know this cat?
  • Is it still seen around Kicelj Panorama?
  • Are there any local people or organisations that help stray cats in that area?
  • What would be the best way to ensure it gets care long-term?

I’m open to all solutions (local care, vet check, adoption, etc.) and I’m willing to cover veterinary costs if needed. I’m mainly trying to find someone local who can help check on its current situation and explore realistic long-term options.

Any advice, contacts, or help would be really appreciated.

Thanks a lot ❤️
(Bosnian or English is fine — I will translate)

Update: as of now, not a single organization has responded to my e-mail or whatsapp and Facebook messages. 

'Figaro' the cat at Kicelj Panorama being fed by me

Possibly a skin/fur condition on its right leg

The location of Kicelj Panorama. Figaro the cat was here every time.

Me leaving food and water for Figaro the cat.

Isn't he/she such an angel!

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u/therealserkav — 6 days ago

Stray cat in poor condition at Kicelj Panorama (Tuzla) / Ulična mačka u lošem stanju na Kicelj Panorami

Za bosanski jezik, čitajte niže.

For English, scroll down a bit (in English).

Bosnian:

Zdravo svima,

Nedavno sam posjetio Tuzlu i više puta sam boravio na Kicelj Panorami (vidikovac iznad grada). Na toj tačnoj lokaciji sam nekoliko puta vidio crno-bijelu uličnu mačku koja mi je od tada stalno u mislima. Počeo sam je zvati Figaro, jer me podsjeća na mačka iz filma Pinokio.

Mačka je izgledala u jako lošem stanju: pothranjena, prljavog krzna, moguća infekcija oka i moguća povreda jedne šape. Bila je jako gladna i odmah bi pojela svu hranu koju bih joj dao (uvijek nosim malo hrane za mačke kada sam vani).

Prije nego što sam napustio Tuzlu, ostavio sam kesu hrane (zatvorenu), vodu, posudice i pisanu poruku na lokaciji u kojoj sam zamolio posjetioce da pomognu brinuti o mački. Od povratka u Nizozemsku stalno brinem za nju.

U prilogu sam dodao nekoliko fotografija kako bi je ljudi mogli prepoznati.

Pokušavam saznati:

  • Da li neko poznaje ovu mačku?
  • Da li se i dalje viđa na Kicelj Panorami?
  • Postoje li lokalni ljudi ili organizacije koje pomažu uličnim mačkama u tom području?
  • Koji bi bio najbolji način da se osigura dugoročna briga za ovu mačku?

Otvoren sam za sve opcije (lokalna briga, veterinarski pregled, udomljavanje itd.) i spreman sam pokriti veterinarske troškove ako bude potrebno. Uglavnom tražim nekoga lokalno ko može provjeriti trenutno stanje mačke i pomoći da se pronađe realno i dugoročno rješenje.

Svaki savjet, kontakt ili pomoć bi mi mnogo značili.

Hvala puno ❤️

(Bosanski ili engleski je u redu, ja ću prevesti)

Ažuriranje: do sada nijedna organizacija nije odgovorila na moje e-mailove, WhatsApp poruke ili Facebook poruke.

English:

Hi everyone,

I recently visited Tuzla and spent some time at Kicelj Panorama (the viewpoint above the city). At this exact location, I repeatedly saw a black-and-white stray cat that has been on my mind ever since. I started calling the cat Figaro, because it reminded me of the cat from the Pinocchio movie.

The cat looked in very poor condition: underweight, dirty fur, possibly an eye infection, and possibly injured on one paw. It was very hungry and immediately ate any food I gave it (I always carry snacks for cats when I’m outside).

Before leaving Tuzla, I left a bag of dry food (zip-locked), water, bowls, and a written note at the location asking visitors to help care for the cat. I’ve been worried about it since returning to the Netherlands.

I’ve attached a couple of photos so people can recognize it.

I’m trying to find out:

  • Does anyone know this cat?
  • Is it still seen around Kicelj Panorama?
  • Are there any local people or organisations that help stray cats in that area?
  • What would be the best way to ensure it gets care long-term?

I’m open to all solutions (local care, vet check, adoption, etc.) and I’m willing to cover veterinary costs if needed. I’m mainly trying to find someone local who can help check on its current situation and explore realistic long-term options.

Any advice, contacts, or help would be really appreciated.

Thanks a lot ❤️
(Bosnian or English is fine — I will translate)

Update: as of now, not a single organization has responded to my e-mail or whatsapp and Facebook messages. 

'Figaro' the cat at Kicelj Panorama being fed by me

Possibly a skin/fur condition on its right leg

The location of Kicelj Panorama. Figaro the cat was here every time.

Me leaving food and water for Figaro the cat.

Isn't he/she such an angel!

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u/therealserkav — 7 days ago

Weather in Tuzla end of June (20-30 June)

I'll be in Tuzla next week and am looking at Weather apps, I see a mix of cloudy and sunny weather and a mix of rain and dry weather. Still, the temperatures are quite high (29-31 Celsius degrees). We want to go swimming at the lakes and go sightseeing and hiking. I'm worried it will be all cloudy and rainy all week long.

How accurate is the weather forecast in general?
I don't mind swimming in rain, is that a common thing to do for Bosnian people? Or do they close everything up (deny acces to the lakes) when it rains?
How big are the chances of having an all cloudy and rainy week without sunshine, blue skies and sun?
So basically, what's the weather like by the end of June in Tuzla?

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u/therealserkav — 19 days ago