{"id":4457,"date":"2026-02-09T19:14:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T19:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/?p=4457"},"modified":"2026-03-13T23:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T23:41:54","slug":"%d0%b2%d0%b4%d0%be%d0%bc%d1%83%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%9a%d0%b5-%d0%ba%d1%83%d1%87%d0%b5-%d0%be%d0%b4-%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b8%d1%84%d0%b0%d1%82%d0%b8%d0%bb%d0%b8%d1%88%d1%82%d0%b5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/%d0%b2%d0%b4%d0%be%d0%bc%d1%83%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%9a%d0%b5-%d0%ba%d1%83%d1%87%d0%b5-%d0%be%d0%b4-%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b8%d1%84%d0%b0%d1%82%d0%b8%d0%bb%d0%b8%d1%88%d1%82%d0%b5\/","title":{"rendered":"Adopting a dog from a shelter?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"fw-extrabold mb-15\">\nAdopting a dog from shelter: a new beginning for them, a big responsibility for us\n<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nStray dogs and dogs in shelters are some of the most vulnerable animals in our society. Many of them have experienced hunger, cold, neglect, or bad experiences with people.\n<b>For them, adoption is not just a new home \u2013 but a new chance at life.<\/b>\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nHowever, adopting a dog is not an impulsive decision. It means taking long-term responsibility for the dog's physical, mental, and emotional well-being \u2013 especially in the first few months.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nDogs from shelters often need more patience, a stable routine, and the right support to successfully adapt to a new home.\n<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nShelters \u2013 a safe place for a new beginning \ud83d\udc3e\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lajka_logo.png\" \n  alt=\"\u041a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430 \u0432\u043e \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0444\u0430\u0442\u0438\u043b\u0438\u0448\u0442\u0435 \u0438 \u043f\u0440\u043e\u0446\u0435\u0441 \u043d\u0430 \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0443\u0432\u0430\u045a\u0435\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nShelters play a key role in the rescue, medical care, and socialization of homeless dogs.\nThey are the first step towards responsible adoption and a stable life for these animals.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nIn Skopje, one of the most famous and active shelters is \n<a href=\"https:\/\/lajka.com.mk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\u041b\u0430\u0458\u043a\u0430\n<\/a>which continuously works to foster and rehome dogs.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nIf you are considering adopting a dog, we strongly recommend that you contact Laika - there you will receive information about the dog's character, its habits, and advice for easier adaptation.\n<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nThe first days after homecoming \u2013 the most important period \ud83d\udc36\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/jp-lajka-grad-skopje.jpeg\" \n  alt=\"\u0410\u0434\u0430\u043f\u0442\u0430\u0446\u0438\u0458\u0430 \u043d\u0430 \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0435\u043d\u043e \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0435 \u0432\u043e \u043d\u043e\u0432 \u0434\u043e\u043c\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nThe first few days in a new home are crucial. Your dog may be fearful, withdrawn, or overly sensitive \u2013 and that\u2019s completely normal. It\u2019s important to give them time and space to feel safe.\n<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"checklist mb-30\">\n<ul>\n  <li>Provide a quiet place just for him<\/li>\n  <li>Do not force contact<\/li>\n  <li>Establish a clear daily routine<\/li>\n  <li>Avoid crowds and unnecessary stress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nWalks \u2013 the key to stability and confidence \ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\ud83d\udc15\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2149180449.jpg\" \n  alt=\"\u041f\u0440\u043e\u0448\u0435\u0442\u043a\u0438 \u0441\u043e \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0435\u043d\u0438 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430 \u0432\u043e \u0421\u043a\u043e\u043f\u0458\u0435\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nRegular walks aren't just important for physical activity.\nIn foster dogs, they're key to reducing anxiety, learning routines, and building confidence.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nIf you don't have enough time or want a professional approach,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/\">\nSkopje Paws professional dog walks\n<\/a>\nare also suitable for dogs with sensitive pasts.\n<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nSafe transportation \u2013 the first step towards a new home \ud83d\ude97\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2148699858.jpg\" \n  alt=\"Pet Taxi \u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u0441\u043f\u043e\u0440\u0442 \u0437\u0430 \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0435\u043d\u0438 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nThe first transport after home ownership can be a stressful moment for the dog.\nTherefore, it is important to keep it safe, calm, and under control.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nWith \n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/>Pet Taxi \u2013 \u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u0441\u043f\u043e\u0440\u0442 \u0437\u0430 \u043c\u0438\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0446\u0438 \u0432\u043e \u0421\u043a\u043e\u043f\u0458\u0435<\/a>,\u043e\u0431\u0435\u0437\u0431\u0435\u0434\u0443\u0432\u0430\u043c\u0435 \u043c\u0438\u0440\u0435\u043d \u043f\u0440\u0435\u0432\u043e\u0437 \u043e\u0434 \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0444\u0430\u0442\u0438\u043b\u0438\u0448\u0442\u0435\u0442\u043e \u0434\u043e \u043d\u043e\u0432\u0438\u043e\u0442 \u0434\u043e\u043c \u0438\u043b\u0438 \u0432\u0435\u0442\u0435\u0440\u0438\u043d\u0430\u0440.<\/p><h4 class=\/\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nBoarding house \u2013 a safe option when you need support \ud83c\udfe0\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pansion_kuce.png\" \n  alt=\"\u041f\u0430\u043d\u0441\u0438\u043e\u043d \u0437\u0430 \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0435\u043d\u0438 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430 \u0441\u043e \u0438\u043d\u0434\u0438\u0432\u0438\u0434\u0443\u0430\u043b\u043d\u0430 \u0433\u0440\u0438\u0436\u0430\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nIf you have to travel or need additional support, it is important that the foster dog is in a calm and controlled environment.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nOurs \n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/>\u043f\u0430\u043d\u0441\u0438\u043e\u043d \u0437\u0430 \u043c\u0438\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0446\u0438<\/a>\u043d\u0443\u0434\u0438 \u0438\u043d\u0434\u0438\u0432\u0438\u0434\u0443\u0430\u043b\u0435\u043d \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0441\u0442\u0430\u043f, \u0441\u0442\u0430\u0431\u0438\u043b\u043d\u0430 \u0440\u0443\u0442\u0438\u043d\u0430 \u0438 \u0432\u043d\u0438\u043c\u0430\u043d\u0438\u0435 \u2013 \u043e\u0441\u043e\u0431\u0435\u043d\u043e \u0432\u0430\u0436\u043d\u043e \u0437\u0430 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430 \u043e\u0434 \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0444\u0430\u0442\u0438\u043b\u0438\u0448\u0442\u0430.<\/p><h4 class=\/\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nDiscounts for adopted dogs from Laika \u2764\ufe0f\n<\/h4>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" \n  src=\"http:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lajka_logo.png\" \n  alt=\"\u041f\u043e\u043f\u0443\u0441\u0442\u0438 \u0437\u0430 \u0432\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0435\u043d\u0438 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0438\u045a\u0430 \u043e\u0434 \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0444\u0430\u0442\u0438\u043b\u0438\u0448\u0442\u0435\u0442\u043e \u041b\u0430\u0458\u043a\u0430\" \n  class=\"mb-20\" \n\/>\n\n<p class=\"mb-15 fs-18\">\nAt Skopje Paws we want to actively support adoption.\nThat's why we offer <b>special discounts<\/b> for everyone who adopts a dog from \n<a href=\"https:\/\/lajka.com.mk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\nLaika shelter\n<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"checklist mb-30\">\n<ul>\n  <li>Discount on Pet Taxi transport<\/li>\n  <li>Discount on walks<\/li>\n  <li>Discount on pet hotel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"fw-semibold mb-15\">\nConclusion \ud83d\udc3e\n<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nAdopting a stray dog \u200b\u200bis a humane act that changes lives \u2013 both for the dog and the owner.\nWith the right care, patience, and support, this story can be filled with trust and love.\n<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"mb-30 fs-18\">\nSkopje Paws is here to help you with \n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/\">transport<\/a>, \n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/\">walks<\/a> and \n<a href=\"https:\/\/skopjepaws.mk\/en\/uslugi\/n\/\">pet hotel<\/a>,\nespecially if you've decided to adopt a dog and give it a fresh start.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u0412\u0434\u043e\u043c\u0443\u0432\u0430\u045a\u0435 \u043a\u0443\u0447\u0435 \u043e\u0434 \u043f\u0440\u0438\u0444\u0430\u0442\u0438\u043b\u0438\u0448\u0442\u0435: \u043d\u043e\u0432 \u043f\u043e\u0447\u0435\u0442\u043e\u043a \u0437\u0430 \u043d\u0438\u0432, \u0433\u043e\u043b\u0435\u043c\u0430 \u043e\u0434\u0433\u043e\u0432\u043e\u0440\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442 \u0437\u0430 \u043d\u0430\u0441 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