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Cabana

Mixed Breed · Female

Cabana, together with her dog Clinton (reserved), had been wandering around the area for quite some time. Eventually, they were safely caught on the highway near Ludvikov dvor, from where they were brought to the shelter by the Košice Municipal Police. When she first arrived, she was extremely exhausted, emaciated, and in very poor health. At first, she was rather shy and felt most comfortable staying close to Clinton. However, it took only a few days for her to realize that she was safe. Now she’s a sweet, friendly, and playful female dog who thoroughly enjoys human company. Handling her is completely trouble-free. With regular walks, she has developed good hygiene habits; indoors, she behaves nicely and doesn’t destroy things. Based on our experience so far, she gets along well with both male and female dogs. HEALTH CONDITION: Cabana underwent an orthopedic examination, which confirmed serious problems with her musculoskeletal system. Her joints are in very poor condition, so it’s essential to spare them as much as possible over the long term. A calm lifestyle, moderate physical activity tailored to her abilities, and maintaining an optimal body weight are highly recommended, as every extra kilogram puts additional strain on her joints. Long-term care could also include rehabilitation, physiotherapy, or other supportive methods recommended by a veterinarian, all aimed at preserving her mobility and quality of life as much as possible. In case of any deterioration in her health, pain management and support for her musculoskeletal system may become necessary. Long hikes, cycling, intense sports activities, and games with highly active dogs are not suitable for Cabana. The ideal environment would be a home with minimal stairs or a barrier-free family house, so as not to unnecessarily burden her musculoskeletal system. Cabana is looking for a home with full indoor access—ideally, a family house. We know that adopting her won’t be typical, and her health condition will require extra care and understanding from her new family. However, we believe there’s someone out there who will give her a peaceful home, the necessary veterinary care, and the love this exceptional female dog truly deserves.

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Cabana sa spolu so psíkom Clintonom (rezervovaný) dlhší čas túlala po okolí. Napokon sa ich podarilo bezpečne odchytiť na rýchlostnej ceste pri Ludvikovom dvore, odkiaľ ich do útulku priviezla Mestská polícia Košice. Keď k nám prišla, bola veľmi vyčerpaná, vychudnutá a vo veľmi zlom zdravotnom stave. Zo začiatku bola plachšia a najväčšiu istotu nachádzala pri Clintonovi. Stačilo však len pár dní, aby pochopila, že je v bezpečí. Teraz je z nej milá, priateľská a hravá fenočka, ktorá si spoločnosť ľudí veľmi užíva. Manipulácia je úplne bezproblémová. Pri pravidelnom venčení má hygienické návyky, vo vnútri sa správa slušne a veci neničí. So psami aj fenkami podľa našich doterajších skúseností vychádza bez problémov. ZDRAVOTNÝ STAV: Cabana absolvovala ortopedické vyšetrenie, ktoré potvrdilo závažné problémy s pohybovým aparátom. Jej kĺby sú vo veľmi zlom stave, preto je potrebné ich dlhodobo čo najviac šetriť. Odporúčaný je pokojný režim, primeraná fyzická aktivita prispôsobená jej možnostiam a udržiavanie optimálnej telesnej hmotnosti, keďže každé kilo navyše predstavuje pre jej kĺby ďalšiu záťaž. Vhodnou súčasťou dlhodobej starostlivosti môže byť rehabilitácia, fyzioterapia alebo iné podporné metódy odporučené veterinárnym lekárom, ktorých cieľom je udržiavať čo najlepšiu pohyblivosť a kvalitu života. V prípade zhoršenia zdravotného stavu môže byť potrebné nasadenie liečby na tlmenie bolesti a podporu pohybového aparátu. Pre Cabanu nie sú vhodné dlhé túry, beh pri bicykli, intenzívne športové aktivity ani hry s veľmi aktívnymi psami. Ideálnym prostredím je domácnosť s minimálnym počtom schodov alebo rodinný dom bez bariér, aby sa jej pohybový aparát zbytočne nezaťažoval. Cabana si hľadá domov s úplným prístupom dovnútra, ideálne rodinný dom. Vieme, že jej adopcia nebude bežná a že jej zdravotný stav bude od novej rodiny vyžadovať viac starostlivosti a pochopenia. Veríme však, že sa nájde človek, ktorý jej dopraje pokojný domov, potrebnú veterinárnu starostlivosť a lásku, ktorú si táto výnimočná fenočka zaslúži.

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🇸🇰Slovakia
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ÚVP Košice
Cared for by ÚVP Košice · SlovakiaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Cabana home

What you'll need for Cabana 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
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    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
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    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 Cabana

What life with Cabana looks like

Cabana 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 Cabana, answered.

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