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DREDZIK

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 7 months

Dredzik is a small, approximately 7-year-old dog weighing around 10 kg. Despite his difficult past, he has never lost faith in people. When he came into the care of our association, his coat was in a dreadful state—matted and tightly tangled into thick dreadlocks. It was from these dreadlocks that he got his unique name. Today, after a visit to the groomer, he’s undergone a remarkable transformation. Now we can admire his adorable little face, his light-beige, delicate coat, and his warm, hopeful gaze. He has soft, slightly droopy ears, a friendly smile, and an expression that instantly makes you want to pet him. He’s truly a handsome fellow. Although life hasn’t been kind to him, Dredzik has remained an exceptionally good-natured and gentle dog. He’s calm, gentle, and deeply yearns for human companionship. You can see that every moment spent by his guardian’s side brings him immense happiness. He loves being with people, delights in every tender gesture, and with great trust snuggles up to those who show him even a little bit of kindness. He’s not the type of dog who excels at sports or needs long-distance hikes or intense physical activity. What suits him best are quiet walks during which he can calmly explore the world and enjoy his human companion’s presence. He walks beautifully on a leash, is well-behaved and attentive, and behaves impeccably on walks. Dredzik learns very quickly how to live alongside humans. He’s smart, eager to cooperate, and day by day becomes more open to new experiences. He’s a dog who doesn’t cause any trouble; instead, he repays his human every single day with an enormous heart. He carries within him an extraordinary calmness, patience, and gratitude. He knows how to find joy in small things—the soft bed, a peaceful walk, or a simple stroke of the hand. His presence is soothing, and his faithful gaze reminds us how little it takes to make a dog happy. We’re looking for a home full of warmth, patience, and love for him—a home where he’ll never again have to feel lonely or forgotten. In return, Dredzik will give his human everything he holds most dear: boundless love, unwavering devotion, and a loyal dog’s heart. Could it be you who shows Dredzik that the most beautiful chapter of his life is just beginning?

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Dredzik to około 7-letni, niewielki piesek ważący około 10 kg, który mimo trudnej przeszłości nie stracił wiary w ludzi. Kiedy trafił pod opiekę naszego stowarzyszenia, jego sierść była w opłakanym stanie – cała skołtuniona i poskręcana w grube dredy. To właśnie od nich otrzymał swoje wyjątkowe imię. Dziś jest już po wizycie u groomera i przeszedł prawdziwą metamorfozę. Teraz możemy podziwiać jego uroczy pyszczek, jasnobeżową, delikatną sierść oraz ciepłe, pełne nadziei spojrzenie. Ma miękkie, lekko oklapnięte uszka, sympatyczny uśmiech i taki wyraz pyszczka, który od razu wywołuje chęć pogłaskania. To naprawdę przystojny chłopak. Choć życie nie było dla niego łaskawe, Dredzik pozostał niezwykle dobrym i łagodnym psem. Jest spokojny, delikatny i bardzo spragniony bliskości człowieka. Widać, że każda chwila spędzona u boku opiekuna jest dla niego ogromnym szczęściem. Uwielbia towarzyszyć ludziom, cieszy się z każdego czułego gestu i z ogromnym zaufaniem wtula się w tych, którzy okażą mu odrobinę serca. Nie jest typem psiego sportowca. Nie potrzebuje wielokilometrowych wypraw ani intensywnego wysiłku. Najbardziej odpowiadają mu spokojne spacery, podczas których może spokojnie poznawać świat i cieszyć się obecnością swojego człowieka. Pięknie chodzi na smyczy, jest grzeczny i uważny, a na spacerach zachowuje się wzorowo. Dredzik bardzo szybko uczy się życia u boku człowieka. Jest mądry, chętnie współpracuje i z dnia na dzień coraz bardziej otwiera się na nowe doświadczenia. To piesek, który nie sprawia problemów, za to każdego dnia odwdzięcza się ogromnym sercem. Ma w sobie niezwykły spokój, cierpliwość i wdzięczność. Potrafi cieszyć się z małych rzeczy – miękkiego posłania, spokojnego spaceru czy zwykłego głaskania. Jego obecność działa kojąco, a jego wierne spojrzenie przypomina, jak niewiele potrzeba, by uszczęśliwić psa. Szukamy dla niego domu pełnego ciepła, cierpliwości i miłości. Takiego, w którym już nigdy nie będzie musiał czuć się samotny ani zapomniany. W zamian Dredzik podaruje swojemu człowiekowi wszystko, co ma najcenniejszego – bezgraniczną miłość, oddanie i wierne psie serce. Może to właśnie Ty pokażesz Dredzikowi, że najpiękniejszy rozdział jego życia dopiero się zaczyna?

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 7 months
Location
🇵🇱Warszawa
Shelter
Fundacja Puszatek
Cared for by Fundacja Puszatek · WarszawaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing DREDZIK home

What you'll need for DREDZIK 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 DREDZIK

What life with DREDZIK looks like

DREDZIK is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Fundacja Puszatek in Warszawa.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇵🇱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.

Warszawa, Poland browse more dogs in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting DREDZIK, answered.

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