How do I contact the shelter about Żelka?

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

Can I adopt Żelka 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 Żelka 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 Żelka 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 Żelka 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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Żelka

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 3 months

Żelka is approximately 3 years old and weighs just 5 kg. She is tiny, adorable, sociable, and incredibly eager for human companionship. She was taken in after an intervention. Previously, she lived on a short, twisted wire chain, without a doghouse and without constant access to water. Today, she is making up for lost time and is just discovering what a real dog's life can be like. And she is doing it with great joy! Żelka quickly warms up to people, seeks contact, is happy to see her caregiver, and is eager to play. She also gets along well with other dogs. What's more, it turned out that this tiny female dog has a special talent. She helps us to tame a more withdrawn dog. With her behavior, she shows him that it can be safe, pleasant, and... quite nice with a human. Żelka in short: * approx. 3 years old * approx. 5 kg * gets along well with other dogs * loves human contact * is cheerful, curious, and playful * is not afraid of a leash, although her walking skills still need some work After what she has experienced, she could have a thousand reasons not to trust humans. And yet, she still reaches out to him with her little paws and wants to be close. We are looking for a responsible, loving home for Żelka, who will show her the rest of the world.

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Żelka ma około 3 lat i waży zaledwie 5 kg. Jest maleńka, urocza, kontaktowa i niesamowicie spragniona bliskości człowieka. Została odebrana interwencyjnie. Dotychczas żyła na krótkim, skręconym z siatki łańcuchu, bez budy i bez stałego dostępu do wody. Dziś nadrabia stracony czas i dopiero poznaje, jak może wyglądać prawdziwe psie życie. I robi to z ogromną radością! Żelka szybko przekonuje się do ludzi, szuka kontaktu, cieszy się na widok opiekuna i chętnie zachęca do zabawy. Świetnie dogaduje się również z innymi psami. Co więcej, okazało się, że ta maleńka sunia ma wyjątkowy talent. Pomaga nam oswajać z człowiekiem bardziej wycofanego psiaka. Swoim zachowaniem pokazuje mu, że przy człowieku może być bezpiecznie, przyjemnie i… całkiem fajnie. Żelka w skrócie: * ok. 3 lata * ok. 5 kg * dobrze dogaduje się z innymi psami * uwielbia kontakt z człowiekiem * jest radosna, ciekawska i chętna do zabawy * nie boi się smyczy, choć spacerowe umiejętności wymagają jeszcze trochę pracy Po tym, czego doświadczyła, mogłaby mieć tysiąc powodów, żeby człowiekowi nie ufać. A jednak nadal wyciąga do niego swoje małe łapki i chce być blisko. Szukamy dla Żelki odpowiedzialnego, kochającego domu, który pokaże jej resztę świata.

Size

Small

Age

Puppy · 3 months

Location

🇵🇱Warszawa

Shelter

Fundacja Puszatek

Cared for by Fundacja Puszatek · Warszawa Learn about Mixed Breed →

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About Żelka

What life with Żelka looks like

Żelka is a small 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.

Warszawa, Poland — browse more dogs in Poland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Żelka, answered.

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