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Mafi

Male · Senior · 11 years

Mafi recently moved to the shelter, where he is getting to know the place, new people, and slowly settling in. Soon we will write more about his life at the shelter. During Mafi's time at the animal shelter, we carefully evaluated his chances of finding a new home. How to find a caregiver for a large, aloof dog who doesn't like other animals and uses his teeth in uncomfortable situations? Despite these concerns, a group of volunteers patiently worked on breaking down barriers, taking small steps toward the goal. And changes have occurred in Mafi. First of all, the number of people he has accepted has greatly expanded. For some time now, during walks, Mafi freely passes by people he meets and shows no negative emotions towards them, and sometimes even approaches some of them. Mafi's attitude towards other dogs is also changing. He has understood that he does not need to chase them away or scare them. In a very clear way, he makes it known when contact is no longer comfortable for him, but he can calmly walk in the company of other dogs. He also had his debut on the run with our invaluable Pandora. Seeing how hard Mafi is trying, we decided to trust him and took him on a promotional event for the first time. In the car, he behaved very properly, although he was not excited about the prospect of getting into this small metal can. In the park, he made several new acquaintances and spent most of the time in the company of other dogs and their volunteers. We can probably say that Mafi himself decided to give himself a chance and took the search for a better future into his own paws. What is Mafi? - He is a large and strong dog - responds to calls - is still learning to control his emotions, making systematic progress in this area - doesn't like vet visits, but is accustomed to a muzzle - he is a food lover, willing to do almost anything for tasty treats - likes to play What kind of home are we looking for for him? - in a quiet neighborhood - without children and other animals What should the caregiver of our handsome guy be like? - should have experience in caring for dogs and must not be afraid of them - must be able to read canine signals - must understand that Mafi will never be a typical dog mascot for cuddling and accept his character - should be open to further work and use the potential that lies dormant in Mafinku We believe that Mafi's human will eventually read his advertisement and change his fate. Due to his more demanding nature, Mafi will need a greater number of introductory walks than specified in the adoption procedure, as well as a home visit.

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Mafi niedawno przeniósł się do hoteliku, gdzie zapoznaje się z miejscem, nowymi osobami i powoli się zadomawia. Wkrótce napiszemy więcej o jego życiu w hoteliku. Przez czas pobytu Mafiego w schronisku bardzo ostrożnie ocenialiśmy jego szansę na znalezienie nowego domu. Bo jak znaleźć opiekuna dla dużego niedotykalskiego psa, który nie lubi innych zwierząt, a w sytuacjach niekomfortowych używa zębów? Mimo tych obaw, grupka wolontariuszy cierpliwie pracowała nad przełamywaniem kolejnych barier, małymi kroczkami dążąc do celu. I zmiany w Mafim nastąpiły. Przede wszystkim bardzo poszerzyło się grono osób, które zaakceptował. Od jakiegoś czasu w trakcie spacerów Mafi swobodnie mija napotkane osoby i nie wykazuje wobec nich negatywnych emocji, a do niektórych wręcz sam podchodzi. Zmienia się też nastawienie Mafiego do innych psów. Zrozumiał, że nie trzeba ich odganiać czy straszyć. W bardzo czytelny sposób daje do zrozumienia, kiedy kontakt przestaje być dla niego komfortowy, ale spokojnie potrafi spacerować w psim towarzystwie. Ma też za sobą debiut na wybiegu razem z naszą nieocenioną Pandorą. Widząc, jak bardzo Mafi się stara, postanowiliśmy mu zaufać i pierwszy raz zabraliśmy go na akcję promocyjną. W samochodzie zachowywał się bardzo poprawnie, choć nie był zachwycony perspektywą wsiadania do tej małej, metalowej puszki. W parku zawarł kilka nowych znajomości i większość czasu spędził w towarzystwie innych psiaków i ich wolontariuszy. Możemy więc chyba powiedzieć, że sam Mafi postanowił dać sobie szansę i we własne łapy wziął poszukiwanie lepszej przyszłości. Jaki jest Mafi? - jest dużym i silnym psem - reaguje na przywołanie - wciąż uczy się opanowania emocji robiąc w tym zakresie systematyczne postępy - nie lubi wizyt u weterynarza, ale jest przyzwyczajony do kagańca - jest łakomczuchem, za smaczki gotów jest zrobić prawie wszystko - lubi się bawić Jakiego domu szukamy dla niego? - w spokojnej okolicy - bez dzieci i innych zwierząt Jaki powinien być opiekun naszego przystojniska? - powinien mieć doświadczenie w opiece nad psami i nie może się ich bać - musi umieć odczytywać psie sygnały - musi zrozumieć, że Mafi nigdy nie będzie typem psiej maskotki do przytulania i akceptować jego charakter - powinien być nastawiony na dalszą pracę i wykorzystanie potencjału, jaki drzemie w Mafinku Wierzymy, że Człowiek Mafiego w końcu przeczyta jego ogłoszenie i odmieni jego los. W związku z bardziej wymagającym charakterem, Mafi będzie potrzebował większej ilości spacerów zapoznawczych, niż ta określona w procedurze adopcji, jak również wizyty domowej. Hanna 693157094 Hania 693157094

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Mafi
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

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Bringing Mafi home

What you'll need for Mafi 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 Mafi

What life with Mafi looks like

Mafi is a large senior dog waiting at Schronisko Na Paluchu in Warsaw.

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.

Note from the shelter: Requires muzzle for veterinary visits, needs continued behavioral training, reactive to uncomfortable situations

🇵🇱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.

Warsaw, Poland browse more dogs in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mafi, answered.

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