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Szeryf

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

Szeryf - I'll tell you, the name fits him perfectly. Nobody watches so carefully from behind the bars of his enclosure, with calm and persistence. He knows who ate what, how much he ran, and with whom he quarreled on the run. A master of observation. As long as you don't let him out from behind those bars, as long as he doesn't get his chance for madness. Then he forgets himself and it's a real party! But step by step. We don't know his past, but judging from the present, he had a fleeting and little caring contact with a human. So we are teaching him that this two-legged creature at the end of the rope that trails behind him across the fields can be a great companion for a joint life. But he quickly catches on to new rules! And how many of them suit him! Basically, most of them. The poor guy didn't even understand recently what the chew toys are for, and that you can just lie down with your human on the meadow and play. Just being together. Whether it's brushing, scratching, or watching the neighborhood life together - doing things together is pleasant. And our Szeryf is increasingly relaxing his gaze, letting himself be carried away by the joy of a shared walk. And if you offer him a toy - he's gone. He has lived 6 years and didn't know such miracles existed! He is very happy when running away with a tug toy or chasing a ball. I'll tell you, it's pleasant to observe this transformation from uncertain and cautious to cheerful and eager to connect. In the city, he doesn't fear anything, he really likes exploring, he eagerly joins with curiosity, even more eagerly inhales the smells from the neighborhood fences and looks into passersby's bags. But only with permission, of course. He is completely lost in relations with other dogs - he probably didn't have much contact before. We are looking for a companion for socializing, but for now, his attitude towards dogs needs verification. Perhaps he would get along with a confident, calm resident. Such things happen. Szeryf walks beautifully - well, he is a dog (30kg), we won't pretend he is a puppy - after all, the name commits. However, it is not felt strongly on a leash. He is energetic, but if you like such dogs, seriously, there is no need to worry. Can he live in a large family with children and 3 hectares of grass to mow? Probably! And in an apartment complex with a single person playing with him? Definitely. One that is his own. Owned. Perhaps for the first time in his life? Szeryf says yes, he can. As long as it's not in an animal shelter. It's time. For now, he's waiting for you in the animal shelter in Choszczno, he is about 6 years old, neutered, has a clipped ear and the look of a police officer Alex. I will gladly help with the introduction, please definitely respond - volunteer Karolina phone/WhatsApp 501051386 If you want to help this dog, but cannot adopt him - we invite you for walks! Every day during .

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polski English Deutsch Szeryf - powiem wam, że imię pasuje do niego doskonale. Nikt tak bacznie nie obserwuje zza krat otoczenia, ze spokojem i wytrwale. Wie kto ile zjadł, ile biegał i z kim się pokłócił na wybiegu. Mistrz obserwacji. Dopóki go nie wypuścisz zza tych krat, dopóki nie dostanie swojej szansy na szaleństwo. Wtedy się zapomina i jest zabawa na całego! Ale po kolei. Nie znamy jego przeszłości, ale sądząc po teraźniejszości, z człowiekiem miał kontakt przelotny i mało troskliwy. Uczymy go więc, że ta dwunożna istota na końcu sznurka, który ciągnie się za nim po polach, to może być fajny kompan do WSPÓLNEGO życia. Ależ błyskawicznie łapie nowe zasady! A jak dużo z nich mu pasuje! W zasadzie to większość. Biedak nie ogarniał jeszcze niedawno do czego służą gryzaki, i że można tak sobie po prostu leżeć ze swoim człowiekiem na łące i szamać. W ogóle być obok. Czy to czesanie czy drapanie czy wspólna obserwacja osiedlowego życia - robić razem jest przyjemnie. I ten nasz Szeryf coraz częściej luzuje wzrok, daje się ponieść radości wspólnego spaceru. A jak zaproponujecie zabawkę - o to już przepadł. Żyje już 6 lat a nie wiedział że takie cuda istnieją! Bardzo go cieszy uciekanie z szarpakiem czy ganianie za piłką. Powiem wam, że przyjemnie się obserwuje tę metamorfozę jak z niepewnego i ostrożnego staje się wesoły i chętny do relacji. W mieście niczego się nie boi, bardzo lubi zwiedzać, chętnie przystaje z ciekawością, jeszcze chętniej wciąga zapachy z osiedlowych murków i zagląda przechodniom do reklamówek. Ale tylko za zgodą oczywiście. Jest kompletnie nieporadny w relacji z innymi psami - nie miał chyba za dużo kontaktów wcześniej. Szukamy mu kawalera do socjalu, na tą chwilę jednak stosunek do psów do weryfikacji. Być może z pewnym siebie, spokojnym rezydentem się dogada. Nie takie rzeczy się działy. Szeryf cudownie spaceruje - no kawał z niego psa (30kg) nie będziemy udawać, że jest kruszynką - wszak imię zobowiązuje. Natomiast nie odczuwa się tego jakoś mocno na smyczy. Jest energiczny, ale jak się lubi takie psy to serio serio nie ma się czym przejmować. Czy może zamieszkać z dużą rodziną z dziećmi i 3ha trawy do skoszenia? Pewnie! A w bloku na osiedlu z równym jemu w zabawie pojedynczym człowiekiem? Swoim całkiem. Takim na własność. Być może pierwszy raz w życiu? Szeryf mówi, że tak, może. Byle już nie w schronisku. Już czas. Póki co czeka na Was w schronisku w Choszcznie, ma około 6 lat jest wykastrowany, ma klapnięte uszko i spojrzenie komisarza Alexa. Chętnie pomogę w zapoznaniu, odezwijcie się koniecznie - wolontariuszka Karolina tel/Whatsapp 501051386 Jeśli chcesz pomóc temu psu, a nie możesz go adoptować- zapraszamy na spacery! Codziennie w godzinach . KONTAKT W SPRAWIE PSA KAROLINA 501051386 , LUB BIURO 513 135 375

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇵🇱Poland
Shelter
Schronisko Choszczno
Living with Szeryf
  • Neutered
Cared for by Schronisko Choszczno · PolandLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Szeryf home

What you'll need for Szeryf 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
  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 Szeryf

What life with Szeryf looks like

Szeryf is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko Choszczno in Poland.

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 Szeryf, answered.

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