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Orfeus

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Orfeus is looking for a new home! Orfeus was brought by the city police. He is a majestic young mixed breed dog. He is cautious with strangers, kind to those he likes, playful. He gets along individually with other dogs, not suitable for cats and other animals. He needs an experienced owner who will provide enough activity, ideally a dog park. Suitable for outdoors, on a well-secured yard, with access to the ground.

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Orfeus hľadá nový domov! Orfeusa priviezli mestskí policajti. Je to majestátny mladý kríženec akity. Je ostražitý voči cudzím, milý k tým, ktorých si obľúbi, hravý. S druhými psami vychádza individuálne, k mačkám a iným zvieratám nevhodný. Potrebuje skúseného majiteľa, ktorý mu zabezpečí dostatok aktivity, ideálne aj psí cvičák. Vhodný von, na dobre zabezpečený dvor, s prístupom dnu.

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇸🇰Slovakia
Shelter
OZ Šťastné Labky Fiľakovo
Living with Orfeus
  • ✕Neutered
Cared for by OZ Šťastné Labky Fiľakovo · SlovakiaLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Orfeus home

What you'll need for Orfeus 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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    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

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    €20–35

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About Orfeus

What life with Orfeus looks like

Orfeus is a extra-large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at OZ Šťastné Labky Fiľakovo in Slovakia.

An young 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 Slovakia

Slovak rescue groups coordinate cross-border transport with European partners. Animals are chipped and vaccinated; sterilization is often included for adults and arranged post-adoption for puppies/kittens.

Slovakia, Slovakia — browse more dogs in Slovakia.

Frequently asked

Adopting Orfeus, answered.

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