How do I contact the shelter about Rufus?

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 Rufus on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Rufus 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 Rufus 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 Rufus 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 Rufus 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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Rufus

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 5 months

Name: Rufus Breed: Mix Ur : 2021 Sex: Male Size: medium Weight: 12kg Rufus arrived at our shelter on 17.03.2026 from Gmina Czosnów, from the area of Czeczotka. From the beginning, he showed aggression, which was caused by a sudden change in environment. The puppy was given time to get used to the new situation, and a month later he proved to be an amazing and friendly dog, who just feared the new surroundings. Rufus fully trusted one of our staff members, so when going out to the yard, he does not need a leash (the puppy knows how to walk on it), because the puppy is obedient, does not run away, and comes when called. The puppy is focused on the caregiver, has given him trust and love, loves being petted, and without any problems jumps onto the caregiver's arms. At this moment we are not able to say whether he accepts other animals, for now we are happy that the puppy gained courage and showed us his best side. Rufus is a dog that needs a patient, loving home, the dog is able to trust and love. If someone or a family finds for him love and safe shelter, he will certainly be the best friend you can imagine. DO NOT BUY - ADOPT! A dog that comes to our animal shelter is under a 14-day quarantine. If the owner does not pick him up during this time, the dog will be vaccinated, microchipped, spayed/neutered, and we will look for a new caregiver for him. The conditions for adoption are completing the questionnaire available on our website, consent to a pre/post-adoption visit, and signing the adoption contract. Contact details for caregivers: 795 845 242 animal shelter in Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki foundation Przyjaciele Braci Mniejszych www.fundacjapsom.

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Imię: Rufus Rasa: Mix Ur : 2021 Płeć: Samiec Wielkość: średni Waga: 12kg Rufus przyjechał do nas 17.03.2026 z Gminy Czosnów z terenu Czeczotki. Od początku wykazywał agresję, która spowodowana była nagłą zmianą miejsca. Piesek dostał od nas czas na to aby oswoić się z nową sytuacją i tak miesiąc później dał się poznać jako wspaniały i sympatyczny piesek, który po prostu bał się nowego otoczenia. Rufus stu procentowo zaufał jednemu z naszych pracowników na tyle, że wychodząc z nim na wybieg nie potrzebuje on smyczy ( piesek umie na niej chodzić ), ponieważ piesek jest mu posłuszny, nie ucieka, oraz przychodzi na zawołanie. Piesek jest wpatrzony w opiekuna, obdarzył go zaufaniem i miłością, uwielbia głaskanie jak również bez żadnego problemu wskakuje opiekunowi na rączki. Na tą chwilę nie jesteśmy w stanie powiedzieć czy akceptuje on inne zwierzęta, na razie cieszymy się, że piesek nabrał odwagi i pokazał nam się ze swojej najlepszej strony. Rufus to piesek, który potrzebuje cierpliwego, kochającego domku, piesek jest w stanie zaufać i pokochać. Jeżeli znajdzie się dla Niego osoba lub rodzina, która zapewni mu miłość i bezpieczne schronienie to na pewno będzie on najlepszym przyjacielem jakiego można sobie wymarzyć. NIE KUPUJ – ADOPTUJ! PIES, KTÓRY TRAFIA DO NASZEGO SCHRONISKA, OBJĘTY JEST 14-DNIOWĄ KWARANTANNĄ. Jeśli w tym czasie nie odbierze go właściciel, pies zostanie: zaszczepiony, zaczipowany, wykastrowany i będziemy szukać dla niego nowego opiekuna. Warunkiem adopcji jest wypełnienie ankiety dostępnej na naszej stronie, zgoda na wizytę przed/po- adopcyjną, podpisanie umowy adopcyjnej. Dane kontaktowe do opiekunów: 795 845 242 Schronisko w Nowym Dworze Mazowieckim Fundacja Przyjaciele Braci Mniejszych www.fundacjapsom.pl WŁAŚCICIEL POSZUKIWANY

Size

Medium

Age

Puppy · 5 months

Location

🇵🇱Warszawa

Shelter

Fundacja Puszatek

Living with Rufus

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Rufus

What life with Rufus looks like

Rufus is a medium-sized 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 Rufus, answered.

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