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Hunter

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Hunter is a young, large, and strong dog who... doesn't realize the size of his own body. Deep down, he's still a puppy – happy, energetic, and full of enthusiasm. Unfortunately, at a young age, he lacked proper upbringing, so now he needs a caregiver who will help him understand the rules and clearly set boundaries. Jumping with joy, sudden tugs on the leash, and forceful dragging of the caregiver are still his daily routine, but with each walk, he's making progress. Hunter is a dog who loves movement and play. He adores fetching a ball, knows basic commands, and eagerly learns new things – though at his own, crazy pace. He loves people wholeheartedly and doesn't hesitate to show them affection, so gentle touches and human closeness are his best reward. He doesn't get along with other dogs and has a tendency to run away, so the future caregiver must ensure appropriate precautions. Hunter needs someone who will be firm, consistent, but also show him the world in a way that will allow him to calm down and find balance. If you're looking for a dog who will give you plenty of joy, but you're not afraid to work with a strong and temperamental four-legged friend – Hunter is waiting for you! We sincerely thank "Kadr na 4 Łapy" for the beautiful photos and the Foundation Strefa TTB for sharing and organizing this lovely session!

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Hunter to młody, duży i silny pies, który… nie zdaje sobie sprawy z własnych rozmiarów. W głębi duszy to wciąż szczeniak – radosny, energiczny i pełen entuzjazmu. Niestety, w wieku szczenięcym zabrakło mu odpowiedniego wychowania, dlatego teraz potrzebuje opiekuna, który pomoże mu zrozumieć zasady i jasno wyznaczy granice. Skakanie z radości, nagłe szarpnięcia smyczy i siłowe przeciąganie opiekuna to wciąż jego codzienność, ale z każdym spacerem robi postępy. Hunter to pies, który kocha ruch i zabawę. Uwielbia aportować piłkę, zna podstawowe komendy i chętnie uczy się nowych rzeczy – choć w swoim własnym, szalonym tempie. Ludzi uwielbia całym sobą i nie szczędzi im czułości, dlatego głaski i bliskość człowieka to dla niego najlepsza nagroda. Nie dogaduje się z innymi psami i ma skłonność do ucieczek, więc przyszły opiekun musi zadbać o odpowiednie zabezpieczenia. Hunter potrzebuje kogoś, kto będzie stanowczy, konsekwentny, ale też pokaże mu świat w sposób, który pozwoli mu się wyciszyć i odnaleźć równowagę. Jeśli szukasz psa, który da Ci mnóstwo radości, a jednocześnie nie boisz się pracy z silnym i temperamentnym czworonogiem – Hunter czeka na Ciebie! Dziękujemy serdecznie za piękne fotografie "Kadr na 4 Łapy" oraz Fundacji Strefa TTB za udostępnienie i zorganizowanie tej pięknej sesji!

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
Schronisko Skałowo
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Hunter home

What you'll need for Hunter in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Hunter

What life with Hunter looks like

Hunter is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko Skałowo in Poland.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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 Hunter, answered.

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