How do I contact the shelter about Darius?

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 Darius on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Darius 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 Darius 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 Darius 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 Darius 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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Darius

Mixed Breed · Male

Darius was found on Adlerova street 20 in Košice - on Furča. He is a nice and friendly dog. Once had energy to give out, today is a bit calmer, but still likes to take a walk, movement and company of his people. He is curious and always wants to be involved. He is very friendly towards people, never showed aggression. When he gets used to a person, he becomes a big softie - petting and attention really enjoys it. Darius needs an owner who will provide clear guidance and reasonable rules. With proper motivation, he can work well together - treats are always a good choice for him. He likes balls and fetching is fun, although he usually returns the ball "his way". He does not get along with other dogs and other animals, so he is best suited for a home as an only child, where he will have peace and full attention of his people. Due to his size and strength, he is not suitable for completely small children, he could accidentally knock them over, but with proper guidance, he is a very lovely companion. He has good hygiene habits and behaves politely - he doesn't destroy things and knows where to find his place to rest. Darius is looking for a home in a family house with access to the yard. He needs a safe, sturdy fence so that he has his space and there is no risk that he will go explore the surroundings on his own.

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Darius sa našiel na Adlerovej ulici 20 v Košiciach – na Furči. Je to milý a priateľský pes. Kedysi mal energie na rozdávanie, dnes je už o niečo pokojnejší, no stále si rád užije prechádzku, pohyb aj spoločnosť svojich ľudí. Je zvedavý a vždy chce byť pri dianí. K ľuďom je veľmi priateľský, nikdy neprejavil agresivitu. Keď si na človeka zvykne, je z neho veľký maznák – mojkanie a pozornosť si vie naozaj užiť. Darius potrebuje majiteľa, ktorý mu poskytne jasné vedenie a rozumné pravidlá. Pri správnej motivácii vie pekne spolupracovať – pamlsky sú uňho vždy dobrá voľba. Má rád loptičky a aportovanie ho baví, aj keď loptičku väčšinou vráti „po svojom“. So psami a inými zvieratami sa neznesie, preto je preňho najvhodnejší domov ako jedináčik, kde bude mať pokoj a plnú pozornosť svojich ľudí. Pre svoju veľkosť a silu nie je vhodný k úplne malým deťom, mohol by ich nechtiac povaliť, no pri správnom vedení je to veľmi milý spoločník. Hygienické návyky má zvládnuté a dnu sa správa slušne – veci neničí a vie si nájsť svoje miesto na oddych. Darius si hľadá domov v rodinnom dome s prístupom dnu. Potrebuje bezpečné, pevné oplotenie, aby mal svoj priestor a nehrozilo, že sa vydá preskúmať okolie sám.

Size

Small

Age

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Location

🇸🇰Slovakia

Shelter

ÚVP Košice

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Listed 4 months ago

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About Darius

What life with Darius looks like

Darius is a small 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 Darius, answered.

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