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Summer

Male · Adult · 8 years

Summer is a handsome dog with a short tail and beautiful, sad, brown eyes. He is an ideal dog except for one problem, which most likely stems from his previous life. We'll start by telling you how wonderful a dog Summer is, and then we'll talk a little about his sad history. Summer is the perfect walking companion, both for people and other dogs. In our group, he is one of the canine socializers, walking both with shy, frightened dogs and those that need a bit of encouragement. Summer knows when to back off, show that he is not a threat, and when to set boundaries for the dog. In dog communication, he is very clear and easy to understand. He communicates like a textbook on dog language. Walks with him are pure relaxation, Summer handles everything so well that sometimes you can even switch off during a walk because you know he won't do anything silly. We know that before coming to the animal shelter, he lived in the city and did very well there. He is not afraid of city traffic, people, or other dogs. He can behave politely in a car and loves trips. He greets his volunteers and the promise of a walk by jumping around like a ball, but when it's time for a walk, he focuses on sniffing, doesn't pull, and stays close to the person. Generally, during walks, he takes care of his own business, but he is a big fan and gladly performs tricks in exchange for treats. He happily comes running to the person when called and sits down stylishly with a raised paw, looking at his walking companion. During volunteer days at the animal shelter, a walk with Summer is like a break, although despite being an adult dog, he also enjoys playing and running across the fields. What is Summer's story then? He came to the house as a three-month-old energetic and characterful puppy, with information from the owner that it would be hard to train him, as he was the most difficult in the litter and needed a strong caregiver. Did these words influence his entire further life? Would Summer have been treated simply as a regular, sweet puppy, which he actually was? Or perhaps the caregivers were not prepared for such a big commitment as raising a dog? There are many questions, few answers. However, we know that the home where Summer lived did not give him a sense of security and stability. We know that he was not treated kindly and did not experience much kindness from his previous owners. In his previous life, he had one person with whom he formed a close bond, unfortunately, his friend - Mr. Krzysztof is no longer alive. Summer was brought to the animal shelter in a crate and on a leash, abandoned by his family like an unnecessary object, presented by them as a monster. We know this is not true, we see in Summer, a smart, calm, balanced dog, who unfortunately due to his previous life fears human hands and sometimes guards his things as if his safety depended on it. Summer has trusted people at the animal shelter, we can allow ourselves to do more and we know that the close person Mr. Krzysztof, whom he trusted, took him to the vet, bathed him, petted him, and hugged him. Among the volunteers, he also has his favorites with whom he allows himself more freedom and willingly climbs onto laps. If you are a person who appreciates canine wisdom, ready to build a close relationship with a dog, learn from the dog, and knows that traumatic experiences should not exclude anyone, contact the volunteers of Summer, because it's really worth it! Summer is an extraordinary dog and a person who goes beyond the stereotypical view of a dog and adopts Summer will gain a wonderful friend with whom she will still experience many adventures! Summer can live with other dogs; we don't know his relationship with other animals, but he ignores the animals he meets on walks, so there is a good chance he could also live with other pets. We do not recommend him for a home with children due to a history of bites. Due to his more demanding character, Summer will need a greater number of introductory walks than specified in the adoption procedure, as well as a home visit.

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Summer psi przystojniak z połową ogonka i pięknymi, smutnymi, brązowymi oczami. Jest to pies idealny z wyjątkiem jednego problemu, który najprawdopodobniej wynika z jego wcześniejszego życia. Zaczniemy od opowieści jakim wspaniałym psem jest Summer, a potem troszeczkę o jego smutnej historii. Summer to idealny towarzysz spacerów, zarówno dla człowieka, jak i innych psów. W naszej grupie jest jednym z psich socjalizatorów, spaceruje zarówno z tymi nieśmiałymi, wystraszonymi psiakami, jak i z tymi, które potrzebują trochę ogłady. Summer doskonale wie, kiedy odpuścić, pokazać, że nie stanowi zagrożenia, a kiedy wyznaczyć psu granicę. W psiej komunikacji jest bardzo wyraźny i czytelny. To pies, który komunikuje się jak w podręczniku o psim języku. Spacery z nim to czysty relaks, Summer radzi sobie ze wszystkim tak dobrze, że można się nawet czasem na spacerze wyłączyć, bo wiadomo, że nie zrobi żadnej głupoty. Wiemy, że zanim trafił do schroniska, to mieszkał w mieście i radził sobie tam bardzo dobrze. Nie jest mu straszny ruch miejski, ludzie, czy inne psy. Potrafi grzecznie jeździć samochodem, uwielbia wycieczki. Na swoich wolontariuszy i obietnicę spaceru cieszy się skacząc jak piłeczka, kiedy jednak rusza na spacer zajmuje się węszeniem, nie ciągnie i trzyma się człowieka. Generalnie na spacerach zajmuje się swoimi sprawami, ale jest wielkim łasuchem i chętnie wykonuje sztuczki w zamian za przysmaki. Na wołanie radośnie przybiega do człowieka i jak na komendę siada z uniesioną stylowo łapką i wpatruje się w swojego towarzysza spaceru. Podczas dnia wolontariuszy w schronisku spacer z Summerem to jak odpoczynek, chociaż mimo bycia dojrzałym panem psem lubi również zabawę i bieganie po polach. Jaka jest więc historia Summera? Do domu trafił jako trzymiesięczny, energiczny i charakterny szczeniak z informacją od właścicielki suki, że ciężko będzie go ułożyć, bo dokazuje najbardziej z całego miotu i że potrzebuje mocnego opiekuna. Czy te słowa zaważyły na całym jego dalszym życiu? Czy gdyby nie padły, Summer byłby traktowany po prostu jak zwykły, słodki szczeniak, którym był w rzeczywistości? A być może po prostu opiekunowie nie byli przygotowani na tak duże zobowiązanie jakim jest wychowanie psa? Pytań jest bardzo dużo, odpowiedzi niewiele. Wiemy jednak, że dom, w którym mieszkał Summer nie dawał mu poczucia bezpieczeństwa i stabilności. Wiemy, że nie był traktowany łaskawie i nie zaznał od swoich poprzednich właścicieli zbyt dużo dobroci. W poprzednim życiu miał jednego człowieka, z którym nawiązał bliską więź, niestety przyjaciel Summera - Pan Krzysztof nie żyje. Do schroniska przywieziony został w kagańcu i na kolczatce, porzucony przez swoją rodzinę jak niepotrzebny przedmiot, przedstawiony przez nich jako potwór. My wiemy, że to nieprawda, widzimy w Summerze, mądrego, spokojnego, zrównoważonego psa, który niestety przez swoje poprzednie życie obawia się ludzkiej ręki i czasem pilnuje swoich rzeczy jakby od tego zależało jego bezpieczeństwo. Summer w schronisku zaufał ludziom, możemy pozwolić sobie na coraz więcej i wiemy, że bliski mu Pan Krzysztof, do którego miał zaufanie, zabierał go do weterynarza, kąpał, głaskał i tulił. Wśród wolontariuszy również ma swoich ulubieńców z którymi pozwala sobie na więcej luzu i chętnie wdrapuje się na kolanka. Jeśli jesteś osobą, która docenia psią mądrość, jest gotowa budować z psem bliską relację, uczyć się psa, wie, że traumatyczne doświadczenia nie powinny nikogo skreślać odezwij się do wolontariuszy Summera, bo naprawdę warto! Summer to pies wyjątkowy i osoba, która wyjdzie poza stereotypowe widzenie psa i zaadoptuje Summera zyska wspaniałego przyjaciela, z którym będzie jeszcze mogła przeżyć wiele przygód! Summer może zamieszkać z innymi psami, nie znamy jego stosunku do innych zwierząt, ale napotykane na spacerach zwierzęta ignoruje, więc jest duża szansa, że mógłby zamieszkać również z innymi zwierzątkami. Nie polecamy go do domu z dziećmi ze względu na historię ugryzień. W związku z bardziej wymagającym charakterem, Summer będzie potrzebował większej ilości spacerów zapoznawczych, niż ta określona w procedurze adopcji, jak również wizyty domowej. Zosia 792585686 Weronika 669195335 Behawiorystka 514360970

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Summer
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Summer home

What you'll need for Summer 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 Summer

What life with Summer looks like

Summer is a medium-sized adult dog waiting at Schronisko Na Paluchu in Warsaw.

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.

Note from the shelter: Resource guarding behavior, fear of human hands due to past trauma, requires gradual trust building

🇵🇱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 Summer, answered.

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