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PONGO

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 3 months

Pongo is a 3-year-old male dog who entered the shelter on May 19, 2026 after wandering around Kamieniec municipality. He was wearing a collar at the time of his discovery, but despite this, no one claimed him. Initially, he was very scared and lost, but over time, he began to trust people and show his cheerful nature. Pongo is an active and playful dog who particularly enjoys playing with a ball and spending time on activities with humans. He walks nicely on a leash and is a pleasant companion during walks. Recently, he had a grooming visit, but grooming procedures are not among his favorites and cause him stress, so the new owner should patiently work to accustom him to such situations. In interactions with other dogs, Pongo can be uncertain and bark, especially at larger dogs. However, he can get along with a calm, small dog that is not pushy and respects his space. Pongo is not for everyone. When stressed or uncomfortable, he can growl warningly, so he needs an owner who can read dog signals and respect his boundaries. Due to his sensitivity, uncertainty in new situations, and need for a quiet environment, Pongo should not live with children. A home without children is preferred, with people having experience working with dogs and willing to devote time to building a relationship based on trust with him. We are looking for a responsible, patient owner who will provide stable conditions and help him settle into his new home. With the right approach, Pongo will repay loyalty and be a wonderful companion in everyday life.

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Pongo to około 3-letni samiec, który trafił do schroniska 19 maja 2026 roku po tym, jak błąkał się po terenie gminy Kamieniec. W chwili odnalezienia miał na sobie obrożę, jednak mimo to nikt nie zgłosił się po jego odbiór. Był bardzo wystraszony i zagubiony, ale z czasem zaczął nabierać zaufania do ludzi i pokazywać swoją pogodną naturę. Jest to aktywny i radosny pies, który szczególnie uwielbia zabawę piłeczką i chętnie spędza czas na wspólnych aktywnościach z człowiekiem. Pongo bardzo ładnie chodzi na smyczy i podczas spacerów jest przyjemnym towarzyszem. Niedawno przeszedł wizytę u groomera, jednak zabiegi pielęgnacyjne nie należą do jego ulubionych i wywołują u niego stres, dlatego nowy opiekun powinien cierpliwie pracować nad oswojeniem go z takimi sytuacjami. W kontaktach z innymi psami bywa niepewny i zdarza mu się szczekać, szczególnie na większe psy. Potrafi jednak dogadać się ze spokojnym, niewielkim psem, który nie jest nachalny i szanuje jego przestrzeń. Pongo nie jest psem dla każdego. W sytuacjach, które go stresują lub gdy coś mu się nie podoba, potrafi ostrzegawczo zawarczeć, dlatego potrzebuje opiekuna, który potrafi odczytywać psie sygnały i szanuje jego granice. Ze względu na swoją wrażliwość, niepewność w nowych sytuacjach oraz potrzebę spokojnego otoczenia, Pongo nie powinien zamieszkać w domu z dziećmi. Preferowany jest dom bez dzieci, u osób posiadających doświadczenie w pracy z psami i gotowych poświęcić czas na budowanie z nim relacji opartej na zaufaniu. Szukamy dla niego odpowiedzialnego, cierpliwego opiekuna, który zapewni mu stabilne warunki i pomoże odnaleźć się w nowym domu. Przy odpowiednim podejściu Pongo odwdzięczy się lojalnością i będzie wspaniałym kompanem codziennego życia.

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 3 months
Location
🇵🇱Warszawa
Shelter
Fundacja Puszatek
Living with PONGO
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Fundacja Puszatek · WarszawaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing PONGO home

What you'll need for PONGO 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 PONGO

What life with PONGO looks like

PONGO is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Fundacja Puszatek in Warszawa.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇵🇱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 PONGO, answered.

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