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Derik

Mixed Breed · Male

Derik was found on Cottbuská Street, Košice - Sídlisko KVP district. Derik came to us very stressed and initially tried to defend himself with his teeth out of fear. It took several weeks for us to be able to approach him and for him to start trusting us. We proceeded slowly, feeding him by hand and giving him the time he needed. Gradually, he understood that nothing was threatening him, and he showed us a completely different side of his personality. Derik is a young, cheerful, playful and energetic dog. He loves exercise, water, fetching and playing with dog friends. When he feels good and safe, he can be very outgoing and enjoys human company. He can be cautious at first with new people and needs a moment to get to know them. However, he does not react the same way to everyone - he can quickly get fond of someone. A calm approach, unforced contact and a few good treats can solve a lot. When he realizes that he doesn't have to be afraid, he can relax nicely and make friends. He gets along well with both male and female dogs and really enjoys dog company. He likes to play, chase and romp with others, so he might be suitable for a home with a dog friend after mutual introduction. He handles normal handling well. When lifted up, he sometimes feels insecure and shows that it's not pleasant for him, but other times he manages it without any problems. He needs a muzzle for veterinary procedures. He has good hygiene habits when regularly walked. Indoors, he behaves well, although sometimes, during play and great enthusiasm, the blanket or bedding may not resist his antics. Derik is looking for a home in an apartment or a family house with full access inside. He needs someone who will give him the space to build trust at his own pace. Once he gains it, he will show a cheerful, playful and active dog who knows how to enjoy human and dog company. We recommend Derik to people who already have experience with dogs.

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Derik sa našiel na ulici Cottbuská, Košice – mestská časť Sídlisko KVP. Derik k nám prišiel veľmi vystresovaný a zo strachu sa spočiatku snažil brániť aj zubami. Trvalo niekoľko týždňov, kým nám dovolil priblížiť sa k nemu a začal nám dôverovať. Postupovali sme pomaly, kŕmili ho z ruky a nechali mu čas, ktorý potreboval. Postupne pochopil, že mu od nás nič nehrozí, a ukázal nám úplne inú stránku svojej povahy. Derik je mladý, veselý, hravý a energický psík. Miluje pohyb, vodu, aportovanie a poriadne šantenie so psími kamarátmi. Keď sa cíti dobre a bezpečne, vie byť veľmi kontaktný a spoločnosť človeka si užíva. Pri nových ľuďoch môže byť zo začiatku opatrnejší a potrebuje chvíľku na zoznámenie. Nie pri každom človeku však reaguje rovnako – niekoho si dokáže obľúbiť veľmi rýchlo. Veľa dokáže vyriešiť pokojný prístup, nenútený kontakt a pár dobrých pamlskov. Keď zistí, že sa nemusí báť, dokáže sa pekne uvoľniť a skamarátiť. So psami aj fenkami vychádza dobre a psiu spoločnosť si naozaj užíva. Rád sa s ostatnými hrá, naháňa a šantí, preto by mu mohol vyhovovať aj domov so psím kamarátom po vzájomnom zoznámení. Bežnú manipuláciu zvláda dobre. Pri dvíhaní na ruky sa občas môže cítiť neisto a dá najavo, že mu to nie je príjemné, no inokedy ho zvládne úplne bez problémov. Pri veterinárnych úkonoch potrebuje náhubok. Pri pravidelnom venčení má hygienické návyky. Vo vnútri sa správa slušne, hoci pri hre a veľkom nadšení sa občas stane, že deka alebo podstielka jeho šanteniu neodolá. Derik si hľadá domov v byte alebo v rodinnom dome s úplným prístupom dovnútra. Potrebuje človeka, ktorý mu dá priestor vytvoriť si dôveru vlastným tempom. Keď ju raz získa, ukáže veselého, hravého a aktívneho psíka, ktorý si vie ľudskú aj psiu spoločnosť poriadne užívať. Derika odporúčame skôr ľuďom, ktorí už majú skúsenosti so psami.

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🇸🇰Slovakia
Shelter
ÚVP Košice
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Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Derik home

What you'll need for Derik 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
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    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
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    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

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    €20–35

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About Derik

What life with Derik looks like

Derik 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.

Slovakia, Slovakia — browse more dogs in Slovakia.

Frequently asked

Adopting Derik, answered.

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