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Adopt Dziadzio

Male · Senior · 9 years

Dziadzio – an older, charming companion Dziadzio is an older dog who, although he is blind, still enjoys every day. He loves being cuddled and spending time close to a person, giving lots of warmth and love. His favorite activity is quiet walks, during which he joyfully discovers the world at his own pace. Dziadzio is a dog who shows that age and limitations do not hinder being a loyal and loving friend.

Read original (pl)

Dziadzio – starszy, uroczy towarzysz Dziadzio to starszy psiak, który choć jest ślepy, wciąż cieszy się każdym dniem. Uwielbia przytulanie i spędzanie czasu blisko człowieka, dając mnóstwo ciepła i miłości. Jego ulubioną aktywnością są spokojne spacery, podczas których z radością odkrywa świat w swoim własnym tempie. Dziadzio to pies, który pokazuje, że wiek i ograniczenia nie przeszkadzają w byciu wiernym i kochającym przyjacielem.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim
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Cared for by OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim · Poland
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Dziadzio home

What you'll need for Dziadzio 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
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Dziadzio

What life with Dziadzio looks like

Dziadzio is a medium-sized senior dog waiting at OTOZ Animals — Schronisko w Starogardzie Gdańskim in Poland.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇵🇱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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Dziadzio, answered.

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