How do I contact the shelter about Arko?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. ÚVP Košice handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Arko on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Arko if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — ÚVP Košice 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 Arko already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?

Most dogs 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 Arko 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 ÚVP Košice early rather than rehoming privately; they know Arko 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 (SK). 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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Arko

Mixed Breed · Male

Arko was found on the street Železiarenská 7 in Košice - the district Šaca. When we arrived, we noticed that he limps on his hind leg. Subsequent X-ray examination confirmed an old fracture of the femur bone. More detailed information is provided below in the health status section. When he came to us, he was underweight and had fleas. However, he is gradually improving in condition, eats regularly and is slowly catching up on what he lacked in the past. Arko is a young, playful and active puppy who has a great joy for life. He really enjoys chasing his dog friends and fully enjoys group games. He loves sticks, various chew toys and always finds something to entertain himself with. He is social and the presence of people makes him happy - he likes to be nearby and gets involved in what's going on around him. Handling is completely problem-free. In an indoor environment, he behaves politely and doesn't destroy things. His hygiene habits still need to be polished. He gets along without problems with dogs and female dogs and likes to challenge them to play. Arko is looking for a home in an apartment or a house with full access inside. It is also suitable for a family with children - people who will give him movement, company and a loving environment. HEALTH STATUS: An X-ray examination confirmed an old fracture of the femur bone, which healed in a slightly incorrect position. Therefore, the limb is a bit shorter and Arko slightly limps when moving. Despite this, he uses the leg and can support himself on it. He is a young puppy who has a desire for life, likes to play and move. With proper care, appropriate exercise and a good environment, he can lead a full and happy life like a regular family dog.

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Arko sa našiel na ulici Železiarenská 7 v Košiciach – mestská časť Šaca. Po príchode sme si všimli, že odľahčuje zadnú labku. Následné RTG vyšetrenie potvrdilo staršiu zlomeninu stehennej kosti. Podrobnejšie informácie uvádzame nižšie v časti zdravotný stav. Keď k nám prišiel, bol vychudnutý a mal blchy. Postupne sa však dostáva do lepšej kondície, pravidelne papá a pomaly dobieha to, čo mu v minulosti chýbalo. Arko je mladý, hravý a aktívny psík, ktorý má veľkú radosť zo života. Veľmi rád sa naháňa so psími kamarátmi a spoločné hry si naplno užíva. Miluje paličky, rôzne hračky na okusovanie a vždy si nájde niečo, čím sa zabaví. Je spoločenský a prítomnosť ľudí mu robí radosť – rád je nablízku a zapája sa do diania okolo seba. Manipulácia je úplne bezproblémová. Vo vnútornom prostredí sa správa slušne, veci neničí. Hygienické návyky je ešte potrebné doladiť. So psami aj fenkami vychádza bez problémov a rád ich vyzýva ku hre. Arko si hľadá domov v byte alebo v dome s úplným prístupom dovnútra. Vhodný je aj k rodine s deťmi – k ľuďom, ktorí mu doprajú pohyb, spoločnosť a láskavé zázemie. ZDRAVOTNÝ STAV: RTG vyšetrenie potvrdilo staršiu zlomeninu stehennej kosti, ktorá sa zahojila v miernom nesprávnom postavení. Končatina je preto o niečo kratšia a Arko ju pri pohybe trochu odľahčuje. Napriek tomu labku používa a dokáže sa o ňu oprieť. Je to mladý psík, ktorý má chuť do života, rád sa hrá a pohybuje. Pri správnej starostlivosti, primeranom pohybe a dobrom zázemí môže viesť plnohodnotný a šťastný život ako bežný rodinný psík.

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About Arko

What life with Arko looks like

Arko is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at ÚVP Košice in Slovakia.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇸🇰Adopting from Slovakia

Slovak rescue groups coordinate cross-border transport with European partners. Animals are chipped and vaccinated; sterilization is often included for adults and arranged post-adoption for puppies/kittens.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Arko, answered.

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