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Mixed Breed · Male

Baxo was found at a bus stop on Popradská street in Košice. He had a chip, but when we contacted the owner, he readily relinquished him. He claimed he had given him away a long time ago. Now he is waiting for a second chance - a home where he will be truly wanted and respect his unique personality. Baxo is a special dog who lives a bit in his own world. He likes people and is happy to see them, but he is not among those who constantly demand attention. He enjoys being petted, but does not seek it out and shows little interest in toys or events around him. Rather, he goes at his own pace and likes to observe things from a safe distance. Perhaps he was disappointed too many times before, and therefore now takes longer to truly like someone and allow himself to trust. A dog's heart is strong, but also fragile. Sometimes they need more time to realize that they will not be abandoned this time. Maybe he won't rush into your arms right away, but if you give him patience and space, he may one day become the most loyal companion who truly connects with you. He walks nicely on a leash, handling him is trouble-free and he has 100% hygiene habits - he nicely asks to go out and doesn't destroy anything inside. With dogs he didn't get along with, he hasn't been tested with female dogs yet. Baxo will be happiest with a house with a well-insulated shelter and access to the yard, but he would definitely get used to living in an apartment. He is not the kind of dog that will be immediately devoted and affectionate, but if you give him a chance, he can become the most loyal friend.

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Baxo sa našiel na zástavke na ulici Popradská v Košiciach. Mal čip, no keď sme kontaktovali majiteľa, ten sa ho bez váhania vzdal. Tvrdil, že ho už dávnejšie daroval. Teraz čaká na druhú šancu – na domov, kde ho budú skutočne chcieť a rešpektovať jeho jedinečnú povahu. Baxo je zvláštny psík, ktorý si žije tak trochu vo vlastnom svete. Ľudí má rád a teší sa im, no nepatrí medzi tých, ktorí sa neustále dožadujú pozornosti. Pohladkanie si užije, no nevyhľadáva ho a rovnako tak neprejavuje veľký záujem o hračky či dianie okolo seba. Skôr si ide svojím tempom a rád si veci pozoruje z bezpečnej vzdialenosti. Možno bol v minulosti sklamaný príliš veľakrát, a preto mu teraz dlhšie trvá, kým si niekoho naozaj obľúbi a dovolí si dôverovať. Psie srdce je silné, ale zároveň krehké. Niekedy potrebujú viac času, aby pochopili, že tentoraz už nebudú opustení. Možno sa nevrhne do náručia hneď, ale ak mu dáte trpezlivosť a priestor, raz sa možno stane tým najvernejším spoločníkom, ktorý si k Vám vytvorí skutočné puto. Na vodítku chodí pekne, manipulácia s ním je bezproblémová a má 100% hygienické návyky – pekne sa pýta von a vo vnútri nič neničí. So psami, s ktorými bol si nesadol, s fenkami zatiaľ nebol skúšaný. Baxo bude najspokojnejší pri domčeku s kvalitnou zateplenou búdou a s prístupom dnu, ale určite by si zvykol aj na život v byte. Nie je to psík, ktorý bude hneď oddaný a maznavý, ale ak mu dáte šancu, môže sa z neho stať ten najvernejší priateľ.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇸🇰Slovakia
Shelter
ÚVP Košice
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Bringing Baxo home

What you'll need for Baxo 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 Baxo

What life with Baxo looks like

Baxo is a medium-sized 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 Baxo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Baxo?
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 Baxo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Baxo 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 Baxo 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 Baxo 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 Baxo 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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