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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

Hi, I'm Maks! I'm 11 years old and have spent my whole life at home, surrounded by love. Unfortunately, fate turned against me – my beloved owner is no longer able to take care of me, so I ended up here, at the animal shelter. Although they take the best care of me they can, nothing can replace a real home. I miss the warmth I knew for so many years. I'm a cheerful and friendly guy, but when I'm left alone, my heart breaks a little... I'm a labrador type – which means I have a lot of love and energy inside me. I love walks, playing, and being close to people. Despite my age, I'm still full of enthusiasm, but I'm also calmer and more balanced than younger dogs. What do I need? - First of all, a patient and loving caregiver who will give me time to adapt to a new place. - Regular walks – exercise is my passion! But calmly, I'll adjust to your pace. - A soft bed and my own corner where I'll feel safe. - Affection, closeness, and shared moments – I'm a dog who will give his whole heart to whoever loves me. A few things to keep in mind when adopting someone like me: - Labradors, even older ones, need physical activity, so daily walks are a must. - A proper diet is important to keep me healthy and in shape, especially since with age it's easier to gain extra pounds. - Regular vet visits are essential – I'm already a senior, so sometimes I'll need to take care of my joints or other health aspects. - I'm a big dog, so the new home should be ready for my size – not just with the heart, but also with space. I'm ready for a new chapter in my life. Maybe it's you who will make the last years of my life full of love and security? Come visit me, get to know me, take me for a walk – maybe that will be the beginning of our shared story? I'm waiting for you at the animal shelter. Your Maks.

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Cześć, jestem Maks! Mam 11 lat i całe swoje życie spędziłem w domu, otoczony miłością. Niestety los się odwrócił – moja ukochana właścicielka nie jest już w stanie się mną zajmować, dlatego trafiłem tutaj, do schroniska. Choć dbają o mnie najlepiej, jak potrafią, nic nie zastąpi mi prawdziwego domu. Tęsknię za ciepłem, które znałem przez tyle lat. Jestem wesołym i przyjaznym chłopakiem, ale kiedy zostaję sam, trochę łamie mi się serce… Jestem w typie labradora – a to oznacza, że mam w sobie mnóstwo miłości i energii. Uwielbiam spacery, zabawy i bliskość ludzi. Mimo wieku wciąż tryskam entuzjazmem, ale jednocześnie jestem już spokojniejszy i bardziej zrównoważony niż młodsze psiaki.Czego potrzebuję?-przede wszystkim cierpliwego i kochającego opiekuna, który da mi czas na zaadaptowanie się w nowym miejscu.-regularnych spacerów – ruch to moja pasja! Ale spokojnie, dopasuję się do Twojego tempa.-miękkiego legowiska i własnego kąta, gdzie poczuję się bezpiecznie.-czułości, bliskości i wspólnych chwil – jestem psem, który odda całe swoje serce temu, kto mnie pokocha.Kilka rzeczy, o których warto pamiętać, adoptując takiego jak ja:- labradory, nawet te starsze, potrzebują aktywności fizycznej, więc codzienne spacery są obowiązkowe.- ważna jest odpowiednia dieta, bym zachował zdrowie i formę, zwłaszcza że z wiekiem łatwiej o dodatkowe kilogramy.- regularne wizyty u weterynarza to podstawa – jestem już seniorem, więc czasem trzeba będzie zadbać o moje stawy czy inne aspekty zdrowia.- jestem dużym psem, więc nowy dom powinien być gotowy na moje gabaryty – nie tylko sercem, ale też przestrzenią.Jestem gotowy na nowy rozdział w moim życiu. Może to właśnie Ty sprawisz, że ostatnie lata mojego życia będą pełne miłości i bezpieczeństwa? Przyjedź, poznaj mnie, zabierz mnie na spacer – może to będzie początek naszej wspólnej historii?Czekam na Ciebie w schronisku. Twój Maks.

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇵🇱Zabrze
Shelter
Schronisko Zabrze
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Bringing Maks home

What you'll need for Maks in week one.

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    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
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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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    €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 Maks

What life with Maks looks like

Maks is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko Zabrze in Zabrze.

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 Maks, answered.

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