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Baster

Male · Senior · 10 years

Baster loves walks, play, any physical and intellectual effort. The greatest joy comes from strength games, such as tug-of-war, toys with the caregiver, but also gladly focuses on the guide and learns new commands. This beautiful guy has also mastered the basics of working with a clicker, which is an excellent training solution for him. He also likes scent activities. In shelter conditions, Baster is an exceptional companion and friend for people he knows. Unfortunately, his past and experiences from living in home or urban conditions are not as pleasant. Baster is very excited by city movement, which negatively affects his psychological state. Finally, Baster showed aggressive behavior, which was the reason for his return to the animal shelter from a previous adoption. We are unable to predict what most influenced such behavior of our ward, however, his new home should be characterized by a minimal number of stimuli that excite the dog. Therefore, since Baster functions very well in shelter conditions and does not cause any problems, we think similar conditions would be appropriate for him. Definitely, he is not suitable for a family home, with other animals, or in the city center. He should also not function in a small space with the caregiver, because the lack of his own place and distance can generate problematic behavior. We think that Baster would be best suited for a home with one experienced caregiver, away from the city and with a large space to live. Baster certainly needs a consistent and determined caregiver. Baster is not an easy dog, so we are looking for an experienced and responsible home for him.

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Baster uwielbia spacery, zabawy, wszelki wysiłek fizyczny oraz intelektualny. Największą frajdę sprawiają mu zabawy siłowe, np. przeciąganie, zabawki z opiekunem, ale równie chętnie skupia się na przewodniku i uczy nowych komend. Ten piękny chłopak opanował też podstawy pracy z klikerem, który jest dla niego doskonałym rozwiązaniem treningowym. Lubi również aktywności węchowe. W warunkach schroniskowych Baster jest wyjątkowo świetnym kompanem i przyjacielem dla znanych sobie osób. Niestety jego przeszłość oraz doświadczenia z życia w warunkach domowych/miejskich nie są równie przyjemne. Baster bardzo emocjonuje się ruchem miejskim, co negatywnie wpływa na jego stan psychiczny. Finalnie, Baster wykazywał zachowania agresywne, co było powodem jego powrotu do schroniska z poprzedniej adopcji. Nie jesteśmy w stanie przewidzieć co najbardziej wpłynęło na takie zachowania naszego podopiecznego, jednak jego nowy dom powinien cechować się minimalną liczbą bodźców pobudzających psa. W związku z tym, że Baster bardzo dobrze funkcjonuje w warunkach schroniskowym i nie sprawia żadnych problemów, to sądzimy że zbliżone warunki byłyby odpowiednie dla niego. Z pewnością nie nadaje się do domu rodziny, z innymi zwierzętami, czy w centrum miasta. Nie powinien również funkcjonować na małej przestrzeni z opiekunem, gdyż brak własnego miejsca i dystansu może generować zachowania problemowe. Sądzimy, że Basterowi najbardziej odpowiadałby dom z jednym, doświadczonym opiekunem, z dala od miasta i dużą przestrzenią do życia. Baster z pewnością potrzebuje opiekuna konsekwentnego i zdeterminowanego. Baster nie jest psem łatwym, więc szukamy dla niego doświadczonego i odpowiedzialnego domu. Paula 693879280 Emilka 534487807 Tim 797417690

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Baster
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Baster home

What you'll need for Baster in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Baster

What life with Baster looks like

Baster is a large senior dog waiting at Schronisko Na Paluchu in Warsaw.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

Note from the shelter: History of aggressive behavior, requires minimal stimulation environment, not suitable for city living

🇵🇱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 Baster, answered.

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