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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 9 years

Year of birth: 2017 OKI along with a few other dogs was taken in intervention. OKI is a very delicate dog who unfortunately had to deal with a terrible past. These experiences forced him to defend himself, at least that's how Okie perceives it, so during the first contact, he barks and keeps everyone at a distance. After establishing a certain relationship with Okie, he allows them to take him for a walk, which is still very stressful for him. We are looking for a home for Okie where he will understand that he may need more time to trust and open up to new relationships, and that he probably will never become a typical "couch potato," but he still deserves love, warmth, and peace, which he desperately needs after so many years of fighting. OKI is ready for a new life by the side of a loving family that will offer him safety and support every step of the way. Photos taken by:

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Rok urodzenia: 2017 Oki wraz z kilkoma innymi psami został odebrany interwencyjnie. Oki to pies bardzo delikatny, który niestety zmierzył się z okropną przeszłością. Te doświadczenia zmusiły go, by się bronić, a przynajmniej tak wydaje się Okiemu, więc w pierwszym kontakcie szczeka i odstrasza od siebie każdego. Po nawiązaniu pewnej relacji z Okim pozwala zabrać się na spacer, który jednak jest jeszcze bardzo stresujący. Poszukujemy dla Okiego domu, który zrozumie, że może on potrzebować więcej czasu, aby zaufać i otworzyć się na nowe relacje i, że prawdopodobnie nigdy nie stanie się on typowym „pieskiem kanapowym”, ale mimo to zasługuje na miłość, ciepło i spokój, których tak bardzo potrzebuje po tylu latach walki. Oki jest gotowy na nowe życie u boku kochającej rodziny, która zaoferuje mu bezpieczeństwo i wsparcie na każdym kroku. Zdjęcia wykonała : Kamila Poźniak TK Poźniak

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇵🇱Zielona Góra
Shelter
Schronisko dla Bezdomnych Zwierząt w Zielonej Górze
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Bringing OKI home

What you'll need for OKI 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 OKI

What life with OKI looks like

OKI 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 OKI, answered.

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