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Gandalf

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 9 years

Gandalf is a senior dog who ended up at the shelter in very poor condition. He was found on Szczecińska Street in Słupsk in the middle of the night in June 2026. A huge testicular tumor, a growth-like lesion on his cheek, claws overgrown to the point of being almost unmanageable, decayed teeth, and parasites—these were just some of the conditions that were immediately apparent upon examination. We worried that such a sick old dog wouldn't adjust well to life at the shelter. Yet, just two days after arriving, Gandalf underwent the necessary surgery to remove the testicular tumor and the growth-like lesion on his cheek. He was started on medication for external parasites, given highly nutritious food, and placed on a soft bed in an isolation room. Day by day, he began to feel better and better—eagerly going for short walks, socializing with other dogs and cats, and curiously accompanying the shelter staff during their daily tasks. Unfortunately, in the meantime, during a visit to a cardiologist, he was diagnosed with a severe heart condition—a disease that had been neglected throughout his previous years of life. Despite these health issues, the little dog remains cheerful and full of joy. We’re so glad that, even if only for a short time, we can finally give him what he’s long deserved: warmth, a soft bed, good food, and veterinary care. Stay with us, Gandalf, for as long as you possibly can!

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Gandalf to psi senior, który trafił do schroniska w bardzo złym stanie. Znaleziony na ulicy Szczecińskiej w Słupsku w środku nocy w czerwcu 2026. Ogromny guz jądra, zmiana rozrostowa na policzku, pazury poprzerastane do granic możliwości, zepsute zęby, pasożyty – to tylko część z jego schorzeń, które stwierdzić można było już na pierwszy rzut oka. Baliśmy się, że taki schorowany staruszek nie odnajdzie się w schronisku. Gandalf już po dwóch dniach przeszedł niezbędny zabieg usunięcia guza jądra oraz zmiany rozrostowej policzka. Wdrożono leki na pasożyty zewnętrzne, podawano mu wysokomięsną karmę, zamieszkał na miękkim posłaniu w izolatce i z dnia na dzień czuł się coraz lepiej – z chęcią wychodził na krótkie spacery, socjalizował się z innymi psami i kotami, z ciekawością towarzyszył schroniskowym opiekunom podczas ich prac. Niestety w międzyczasie, podczas wizyty u specjalisty kardiologa, zdiagnozowana została u niego ciężka choroba serca – zaniedbana w poprzednich latach życia Pomimo opisanych schorzeń piesek jest radosny. Cieszymy się, że chociaż na ostatnie chwile możemy zapewnić mu to, na co zasłużył już dawno – ciepło, miękkie posłanie, dobrą karmę oraz opiekę weterynaryjną. Bądź z nami Gandalfie jak najdłużej!

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Słupsku
Cared for by Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Słupsku · PolandLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Gandalf home

What you'll need for Gandalf 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 Gandalf

What life with Gandalf looks like

Gandalf is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Słupsku 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 Gandalf, answered.

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