How do I contact the shelter about Stefan?

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

Can I adopt Stefan 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 Stefan 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 Stefan 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 Stefan 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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Stefan

Mixed Breed · Male

Hi! My name is Stefan, and I’m a big, energetic dog of Labrador breed. I was born around 2021, and I’d really love to finally find a place that I can truly call my home. I first ended up at the shelter on March 9, 2025, after being rescued from an area near Sikorskiego Street. After a few days, my owner came to pick me up, and everything seemed fine at first. Unfortunately, on July 17, 2026, I ended up back at the shelter—this time after being rescued from the vicinity of Barlickiego Street, where I’d been running around unsupervised. Despite numerous attempts to get in touch with him, my owner never decided to come back for me. During our phone conversation, he hung up on me and then stopped answering calls altogether. Clearly, he didn’t care much about me returning home. That’s why now I’m waiting for someone who’ll treat me like a member of their family and will never let me down again. I’m a nice, friendly guy who loves spending time actively with people. I’m happy to go for a run, play with a toy, or take a long walk. I’ve got plenty of energy, but I can also relax and take a peaceful break whenever I need to. In my kennel, I keep things clean, I don’t destroy anything, and although sometimes I like to bark a bit, I never do it endlessly. I’m up-to-date on vaccinations and deworming, and soon I’ll undergo neutering. But more than anything, I dream of having a real home—a place where I’ll feel important, loved, and safe. If you’re looking for a loyal, cheerful companion who’ll happily join you whether you’re having an active day or just relaxing, come meet me. Maybe it’ll be you who makes sure I never have to return to the shelter again.

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Cześć! Mam na imię Stefan i jestem dużym, energicznym psiakiem w typie labradora. Urodziłem się około 2021 roku i bardzo chciałbym w końcu znaleźć miejsce, które naprawdę będę mógł nazwać swoim domem.Do schroniska po raz pierwszy trafiłem 9 marca 2025 roku z interwencji z okolic ul. Sikorskiego. Po kilku dniach odebrała mnie właścicielka i wydawało się, że wszystko będzie dobrze. Niestety 17 lipca 2026 roku ponownie trafiłem do schroniska – tym razem z interwencji z okolic ul. Barlickiego, gdzie biegałem bez żadnego nadzoru. Mimo wielu prób kontaktu mój właściciel nie zdecydował się po mnie wrócić. W trakcie rozmowy telefonicznej rozłączył się, a później przestał odbierać telefony. Widocznie nie zależało mu na tym, żebym wrócił do domu. Dlatego teraz czekam na kogoś, kto potraktuje mnie jak członka rodziny i już nigdy mnie nie zawiedzie.Jestem fajnym, sympatycznym chłopakiem, który lubi aktywnie spędzać czas z człowiekiem. Chętnie pobiegam, pobawię się zabawką albo wybiorę na długi spacer. Mam w sobie sporo energii, ale potrafię też wrzucić na luz i spokojnie odpocząć. W swoim boksie zachowuję czystość, nie niszczę rzeczy i choć czasem lubię poszczekać, nie robię tego bez końca.Posiadam aktualne szczepienia i odrobaczenia, a już wkrótce czeka mnie zabieg kastracji.Najbardziej marzę jednak o prawdziwym domu. Takim, w którym będę ważny, kochany i bezpieczny. Jeśli szukasz wiernego, pogodnego towarzysza, który z radością będzie Ci towarzyszył zarówno podczas aktywnego dnia, jak i spokojnego odpoczynku, przyjedź mnie poznać. Być może to właśnie Ty sprawisz, że już nigdy nie będę musiał wracać do schroniska.

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Schronisko Zabrze

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Bringing Stefan home

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About Stefan

What life with Stefan looks like

Stefan is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko Zabrze in Zabrze.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇵🇱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 Stefan, answered.

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