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Hachiko

Akita · Male

Temperament: Hachiko is a young dog of the Akita breed. At first glance, he looks like an old man, which is unfortunately due to the fact that before coming to the animal shelter, he probably did not have proper veterinary care. However, once you get to know him better, you find that there is still a spark of youthful enthusiasm and energy in him (especially visible in the presence of good treats). As befits his breed, he has his own opinion. He likes to walk his own paths like a lone wolf, at least he tries to pretend so, because as soon as the caregiver goes a little too far away, Hachiko is already running towards him. He walks nicely on a leash, but sometimes needs a moment to ponder life. Do not be deceived by his appearance, because despite appearances, he is quite lively and can develop a decent speed when he wants. Due to skin problems and underweight, he is sensitive to touch around the back. If for some reason you need to touch him there, you should first make sure that Hachiko knows that we will be touching him - then he beautifully trusts the caregiver and allows almost anything to be done to him, despite discomfort. On the other hand, when it comes to scratching between the shoulders, Hachiko just melts. We are looking for a responsible home that is ready to make every effort so that Hachiko can return to health. Due to his condition, we consider placing him in a foster home.

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Usposobienie: Hachiko to młody pies w typie akity. Na pierwszy rzut oka wygląda na staruszka, co spowodowane jest niestety tym, iż przed trafieniem do schroniska najprawdopodobniej nie miał odpowiedniej opieki weterynaryjnej. Kiedy jednak pozna się go bliżej, okazuje się, że tli się w nim jeszcze iskierka młodzieńczego zapału i energii (widać to zwłaszcza w obecności dobrych smaczków). Jak na rasę przystało, potrafi mieć swoje zdanie. Lubi chodzić własnymi ścieżkami niczym samotny wilk, a przynajmniej próbuje takiego udawać, bo wystarczy, iż opiekun odejdzie o kawałek za daleko, a Hachiko już biegnie w jego kierunku. Ładnie chodzi na smyczy, ale czasami potrzebuje chwili postoju, aby pozastanawiać się nad życiem. Nie należy dać się zwieść jego wyglądowi, jest to bowiem wbrew pozorom całkiem żwawy pies, który potrafi rozwinąć przyzwoitą prędkość jak mu się zachce. Prawdopodobnie przez problemy skórne i niedowagę jest wrażliwy na dotyk w okolicach grzbietu. Jeśli z jakiegoś powodu trzeba go tam dotknąć, należy najpierw upewnić się, że Hachiko wie, że będziemy go dotykać – wtedy pięknie ufa opiekunowi i daje sobie zrobić niemal wszystko, mimo dyskomfortu. Za to jeśli chodzi o drapanko między łopatkami to Hachiko wręcz się przy nim rozpływa. Szukamy dla niego odpowiedzialnego domu, który gotowy jest dołożyć wszelkich starań, aby Hachiko mógł wrócić do zdrowia. Ze względu na jego stan bierzemy pod uwagę wydanie go do domu tymczasowego.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
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Bringing Hachiko home

What you'll need for Hachiko 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
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    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
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    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 Hachiko

What life with Hachiko looks like

Hachiko is a medium-sized adult akita dog waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu in Poznan.

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 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 Hachiko, answered.

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