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Adopt Ważka

Mixed Breed · Female

Temperament: Ważka is a beautiful female dog with striking red markings with black splotches. Although she may not hear, it absolutely does not bother her in her daily life. She is an incredibly perceptive observer and flawlessly reads human gestures. All it takes is a crouch and an open hand, and she immediately comes to be petted. At first, she can be a bit unsure around people and hesitantly approaches, but once she gets to know and trusts someone, she would not be far from them even for a step. Sometimes she even comes to lie down beside them. What is most important to her is simply feeling the closeness and presence of her human. Walks with Ważka are very peaceful, and she likes to decide which direction to go. She is curious about new scents and needs time to thoroughly investigate all the places that interest her, so it’s best not to rush her. During walks, she often turns around to make sure her caregiver is indeed right behind her. Ważka also likes to run after a ball or another toy sometimes, but she needs a whole day for it. When it comes to food, Ważka can be a picky eater and sometimes needs to be reminded to eat, but there is something she will never refuse. Soft, dried fish are her favorite treats. Recently diagnosed with thyroid disease, we are looking for a responsible person to ensure she receives her medication regularly. Ważka is a special female dog who needs only patience to fully open up. In return for time and care for her health, she will offer immense devotion and a daily companionship filled with tenderness.

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Usposobienie: Ważka to suczka o pięknym rudym umaszczeniu z czarnym przesianiem. Choć najprawdopodobniej nie słyszy, absolutnie nie przeszkadza jej to w codziennym życiu. Jest niesamowicie bystrą obserwatorką i bezbłędnie odczytuje ludzkie gesty. Wystarczy ukucnąć i rozłożyć dłonie, a ona od razu przybiega, żeby ją pogłaskać. Na początku bywa nieco nieufna wobec ludzi i niechętnie się zbliża, ale kiedy już kogoś lepiej pozna i zaufa, najchętniej nie odstępowałaby go nawet na krok. Czasami sama przychodzi, żeby położyć się obok. Ważne jest dla niej to, żeby po prostu czuć bliskość i obecność swojego człowieka. Spacery z Ważką są bardzo spokojne i to ona lubi decydować, w którą stronę pójść. Jest ciekawa nowych zapachów i potrzebuje czasu, żeby dokładnie wywąchać wszystkie interesujące ją miejsca, dlatego nie warto się z nią śpieszyć. Co chwilę obraca się podczas spacerków, żeby sprawdzić, czy jej opiekun na pewno idzie tuż za nią. Ważka lubi też czasem pobiegać za piłeczką lub inną zabawką, ale musi mieć na to dzień. Jeśli chodzi o jedzenie, Ważka bywa małym niejadkiem i czasem trzeba jej przypominać o posiłku, ale jest coś, czemu nigdy się nie oprze. Miękkie, suszone rybki to jej ulubione przysmaki. Niedawno zdiagnozowano u niej chorą tarczycę, dlatego szukamy kogoś odpowiedzialnego, kto dopilnuje regularnego podawania leków. Ważka to wyjątkowa sunia, która potrzebuje jedynie cierpliwości, by w pełni się otworzyć. W zamian za czas i opiekę nad jej zdrowiem odwdzięczy się ogromnym przywiązaniem i spokojnym, pełnym czułości towarzystwem każdego dnia.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
Living with Ważka
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Bringing Ważka home

What you'll need for Ważka in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Ważka

What life with Ważka looks like

Ważka is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu in Poznan.

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 Ważka, answered.

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