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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Born in 2016, HENIEK is an older dog with what seems to be a difficult past, judging from his behavior. At the beginning of his stay at the animal shelter, he tried to scare staff and volunteers with growling and barking, but today he behaves much more calmly. In the kennel run, HENIEK carefully observes visitors, deciding on his own when to shorten the distance, not the other way around. In contact with people, he is active, although he builds a relationship slowly. He greets a known volunteer in the kennel run with jumps and sniffing. For now, he allows people to touch him, but in the other direction there is no problem at all; he can lick hands, nudge with a paw or head. Henio loves treats, and thanks to that, a lot can be achieved with him. For a longer time, HENIEK has been going for walks; he has learned the collar, leash, and harness, although putting on the last ones is still a small challenge. During walks, he sniffs a lot, communicates nicely with other dogs, doesn't pay attention to cats, and observes people from a distance. The pace of the walk is pleasant. HENIEK still needs a lot of work in a quiet environment and an experienced and patient caregiver. Due to his age, Henio is not suitable for a home with children, but the presence of other animals probably would not be a problem.

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Rok urodzenia: 2016 Heniek to niemłody już piesek z nieznaną, sądząc po zachowaniu – raczej trudną przeszłością. Na początku pobytu w schronisku próbował odstraszać pracowników i wolontariuszy warczeniem i szczekaniem, dzisiaj zachowuje się dużo spokojniej. W kojcu Heniek uważnie obserwuje gościa, to on decyduje o skróceniu dystansu, nie odwrotnie. W kontakcie z człowiekiem jest aktywny, chociaż relację z nim nawiązuje powoli. Znanego wolontariusza wita w kojcu podskokami i wąchaniem. Na razie w ograniczonym zakresie pozwala człowiekowi na dotyk, ale w drugą stronę nie ma z tym najmniejszego problemu, potrafi polizać ręce, trącić łapką czy głową. Henio uwielbia smaczki i dzięki temu można z nim wiele wypracować. Od dłuższego czasu Heniek wychodzi na spacery; poznał obrożę, smycz i szelki, chociaż założenie tych ostatnich to jeszcze małe wyzwanie. Podczas przechadzek dużo węszy, ładnie komunikuje się z innymi psami, na koty nie zwraca uwagi a ludzi obserwuje z dystansu. Tempo spaceru jest przyjemne. Heniek potrzebuje jeszcze sporo pracy w spokojnym otoczeniu oraz doświadczonego i cierpliwego opiekuna. Z uwagi na wiek Henio nie nadaje się do domu z dziećmi, natomiast obecność innych zwierząt prawdopodobnie nie stanowiłaby problemu.

Size
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇵🇱Zielona Góra
Shelter
Schronisko dla Bezdomnych Zwierząt w Zielonej Górze
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Bringing HENIEK home

What you'll need for HENIEK in week one.

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    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

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    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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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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About HENIEK

What life with HENIEK looks like

HENIEK is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko dla Bezdomnych Zwierząt w Zielonej Górze in Zielona Góra.

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 HENIEK, answered.

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