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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 14 years

Born: 2012 In the first contact, KILI is distrustful of people, afraid of strangers, and shows his fear by showing his teeth or barking while backing away. To gain Kili's trust, you have to work for it, be gentle with him, and respect his space. Once KILI trusts, he changes 180 degrees, becoming a dog who shows joy from meeting. He gladly comes for pets, often snuggles, pushes against your knees or offers his belly to be scratched. He behaves like a big puppy. He loves to run freely in the yard, and even in all this madness, he doesn't forget about the person and comes when called. On walks, he walks relatively calmly on a long leash, though he is a strong dog and can pull very hard when something interests him. He needs a lot of activity, but also quiet time. He reacts differently to other dogs, can avoid many, is interested in others, and tries to distance himself from some. He doesn't really like small dogs, doesn't tolerate cats. He is very easy to train with treats, which significantly facilitates working with him. KILI doesn't like impoliteness and crossing boundaries by new people, and may show his teeth then. He is a nervous dog, so it's understandable that when he is scared, he tries to get away from the threat. KILI never behaves aggressively without reason, he sends clear messages, and with understanding of these signals, a mutual relationship can be built. KILI is afraid of loud noises, thunderstorms, strangers, and new places; in stress, he seeks support from the caregiver. Scared, he may withdraw during walks and try to exit the harness. He allows trusted people to perform veterinary and grooming procedures, although he definitely doesn't like them. KILI is a beautiful and characterful dog, who may not show his good side in the first contact, but if given a chance, he becomes a wonderful friend, and for his person, he would go through fire. We are looking for a patient home that wants to spend time getting to know Kili at the animal shelter, and then continue the work at home.

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Rok urodzenia: 2012 W pierwszym kontakcie Kili jest nieufny do człowieka, boi się obcych osób, a swój strach manifestuje pokazaniem ząbków lub odsuwającym szczekaniem. Na zaufanie Kiliego trzeba sobie zapracować, być wobec niego delikatnym i szanować jego przestrzeń. A jak już Kili zaufa to zmienia się o 180 stopni, staje się psiakiem, który całym sobą pokazuje radość ze spotkania. Chętnie przychodzi po pieszczoty, często wtula się, pcha się na kolana albo daje brzuszek do miziania. Zachowuje się wtedy jak duży szczeniak. Uwielbia biegać luzem na wybiegu, w tym całym szaleństwie jednak nie zapomina o człowieku i przybiega na zawołanie. Na spacerze chodzi dość spokojnie na długiej lince, choć jest silnym psem i potrafi bardzo mocno pociągnąć, gdy coś go zainteresuje. Potrzebuje dużo ruchu, ale także wyciszenia. Różnie reaguje na inne psy, wiele potrafi ominąć, innymi jest zainteresowany, jeszcze inne z kolei próbuje od siebie zdystansować. Raczej nie przepada za małymi psami, nie toleruje kotów. Jest bardzo łasy na smaczki, co znacząco ułatwia pracę z nim. Kili nie lubi nachalności i przekraczania granic przez nowe osoby, może wtedy postraszyć ząbkami. Jest psem lękowym, zrozumiałe więc, że kiedy się boi, to próbuje oddalić od siebie zagrożenie. Kili nigdy nie zachowuje się agresywnie bez powodu, wysyła jasne komunikaty i przy rozumieniu tych sygnałów można budować wzajemną relację. Kili boi się huków, burzy, obcych ludzi i nowych miejsc, w stresie zaś szuka wsparcia w opiekunie. Przestraszony może wycofywać się na spacerze i próbować wyjść z szelek. Zaufanym osobom pozwala na zabiegi weterynaryjne i pielęgnacyjne, choć zdecydowanie za nimi nie przepada. Kili jest pięknym i charakternym psem, który może i nie potrafi pokazać się z dobrej strony w pierwszym kontakcie, ale jeśli tylko da mu się szansę, to staje się wspaniałym przyjacielem, a za swoim człowiekiem pójdzie w ogień. Szukamy więc cierpliwego domu, który zechce poświęcić czas na zapoznawanie z Kilim w schronisku, a potem na dalszą pracę w domu. Zdjęcia wykonane przez Kamilę Poźniak

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇵🇱Zielona Góra
Shelter
Schronisko dla Bezdomnych Zwierząt w Zielonej Górze
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Bringing KILI home

What you'll need for KILI 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 KILI

What life with KILI looks like

KILI is a large 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.

Zielona Góra, Poland browse more dogs in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting KILI, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about KILI?
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 KILI on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt KILI 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 KILI 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 KILI 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 KILI 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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