Happy Shelter

Happy Shelter Information about about the process of adopting a dog from Happy Shelter

These are the steps of the adoption process:
1.

Happy Shelter is a non-profit dog rescue organization based in Skopje, North Macedonia, dedicated to saving stray dogs and finding them loving homes in the UK, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Austria. Application

- If there is a particular dog from our shelter you are interested in adopting, the first step is to fill the Adoption application form and submit an application:
https://forms.g

le/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

- If you are interested in adopting a dog from our shelter, but don’t have a specific dog in mind, we would be happy to assist you and help you find the dog that would be the perfect fit for you by providing some suggestions. All you have to do is send us an e-mail or a message on our social media accounts.

2. Home check
- After submitting your application you will be contacted by our team in order to move to the next step and schedule a virtual home check. If you live in North Macedonia, the home check could be done in person.

- During the home check you will be asked questions, so that we can determine if you are the perfect fit for the dog you would like to adopt.

- After the home check is completed, we will contact you as soon as possible and inform you about our decision.

- If our team determines that you are not a match for the dog you applied for, we would be happy to suggest another dog that we feel would fit in better with your circumstances

- If we determine that you are the perfect match for the dog, we can now move to the next stage-adoption and fees.

3. Adoption and fees
- The next step is for us to send you an adoption agreement via email, which you must read and sign before returning to us.

- At this stage, we also require an adoption donation of 180€. Details of how to make the payment will be sent to you in the email. The adoption donation covers the costs of deworming, tick/flea control, vaccinations (rabies and basic immunization), micro chipping and pet passport. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered if they are old enough. Dogs are additionally tested by means of a rapid 4D-Test (Heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, Anaplasma) and a brucellosis test. The adoption donation also contributes to the daily operations of our shelter, including care of our dogs who have not yet been adopted.

- If you are living in north Macedonia, this is the last step of the adoption process after which the only thing left to do is arrange a time and date when you can officially take the dog from our shelter. If you are unable to take the dog yourself, we can make arrangements and bring the dog directly to your home ourselves.

4. Transport
- The next and final step is planning the transport.

- We work with an entrusted professional pet transporting company, licensed by the relevant authorities. Travel will be by road, in a climatized van, and the dog will be delivered to your doorstep. Transportation may take place once a month, depending on the number of dogs ready to travel.

- Transportation costs vary depending on the destination and number of animals per transport but you can expect to pay up to 500 Euros. The exact costs will be confirmed when the transport is organized.

- We may ask you to make payment directly to the transportation company, or we may take the payment and forward it on to them.

- Transport duration varies depending on the location of the adopter, but is usually between 3-5 days. Dogs may arrive any time, day or night. If after reading this you have any additional questions or need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us, we’re here to answer all your questions or guide you through the whole process.

🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🐾💕Имаме храна само за уште 7 дена, а трошоците за храна и медицинска грижа за кучињата ни остануваат непокриени. Иа...
22/01/2025

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🐾💕Имаме храна само за уште 7 дена, а трошоците за храна и медицинска грижа за кучињата ни остануваат непокриени. Иако добиваме поддршка преку Patreon, за жал, средствата не се доволни за тековните потреби. Ве молиме, помогнете ни да не ги оставиме кучињата гладни и без неопходна грижа. Вашата поддршка, без разлика на износот, ќе ни помогне да продолжиме со нашата мисија. Благодариме од срце за секоја ваша донација!🐾💕

👉You can donate in one of the following ways:

Комерцијална банка АД Скопје
Сметка 300000004563498
ХАППИ ШЕЛТЕР Скопје

BANK ACCOUNT:
Happy Shelter, Bulevar Slovenija 3, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
Bank institute: Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje
IBAN: MK07300701003747756
SWIFT: KOBSMK2X
Account: 0270100374770

PAYPAL:
[email protected] this account uses the name ‘organic growshop’

PATREON (monthly donations):
https://www.patreon.com/HappyShelterSkopje

Bella Needs a Foster! 💟This snow-white beauty has a heart as pure as her coat and a playful spirit that lights up any ro...
21/01/2025

Bella Needs a Foster! 💟

This snow-white beauty has a heart as pure as her coat and a playful spirit that lights up any room. Bella is looking for a safe and loving foster home where she can thrive until she finds her forever family.

What Bella needs from her foster:
• A cosy space to rest her paws and feel safe
• Someone who will enjoy her joyful energy and unique charm
• Time to share her favorite moments - whether it’s exploring or splashing in water

Bella was sadly hit by a car before coming to Happy Shelter💔. Tragically, it’s not uncommon for dogs like Bella to suffer because some people simply don’t care enough to drive responsibly or protect animals. She was one of the unfortunate ones, and as a result, she cannot bend one of her back legs. But it doesn’t slow her down or dim her love for life. By fostering Bella, you’re not only giving her a chance to shine in a loving home, but you’re also helping us save another dog in need before it happens to them. Bella is ready to bring her sparkle into your home while she waits for her perfect match.

If you can open your heart and home to foster Bella, please get in touch!

- Female
- Size: Medium
- Estimated age: 1 year old
- Spayed/neutered ☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈☑️
- 🚐☑️ ready to travel (UK & Europe)
- RBU☑️
- Macedonia🇲🇰
- Home check, contract signature, and payment of adoption fees required

You will get Bella:
🤍Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
🤍Treated against parasites
🤍With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
🤍Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you’re interested in fostering, please submit an application here: https://forms.gle/p3RWq3gdctQ8HLw37

🌟 Meet Dolly, the gentle soul who’s been overlooked for far too long! 🌟This calm and loving girl has been patiently wait...
20/01/2025

🌟 Meet Dolly, the gentle soul who’s been overlooked for far too long! 🌟

This calm and loving girl has been patiently waiting for someone to notice her special heart.

Dolly gets along wonderfully with some dogs, but she would truly blossom as the only pup in the house, where she can soak up all the love and attention.

Though she may be a bit shy at first, once she warms up to you, her affectionate nature will shine bright! If you're looking for a sweet companion who just needs a little time and patience, Dolly is the perfect match.

Let’s help this loving girl find the forever home she deserves! ❤️🐶

- Female
- Size: Medium
- Estimated age: 6 years old
- Passport and microchip✅
- Sterilized/castrated✅
- Vaccinated✅
- 👶✅
- 🐶✅
- 🐈-not tested, can be arranged
- 🚐✅ready to travel (UK&EU)
- RBU✅
-Macedonia🇲🇰

If you are interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about fees and the adoption process please click ⬆️

💔 NAOMI’S STORY: A LIFETIME OF BEING OVERLOOKED AND FORGOTTEN 💔She didn’t have a name. She didn’t have a home. She was j...
19/01/2025

💔 NAOMI’S STORY: A LIFETIME OF BEING OVERLOOKED AND FORGOTTEN 💔

She didn’t have a name. She didn’t have a home. She was just another shadow on the streets, overlooked and forgotten. Days were a constant search for food and safety, nights spent curled up wherever shelter could be found, trembling against the cold and darkness.

Milo, another homeless dog, was her only friend in the world. They were inseparable, moving through the harsh streets together. When food was scarce, they shared it. When fear overwhelmed them, they leaned on each other. In a world that gave them nothing, their bond was the only thing that kept them going.

When we found them, they were side by side, clinging to each other as if they knew this was their only chance. We gave her a name - Naomi - and with it, a promise. No more hunger. No more cold. No more being invisible. For the first time in her life, Naomi felt safe. She began to trust, to show the gentle, loyal heart she had hidden away.

Then came the day she was adopted. For a moment, it seemed like her story had a happy ending. She had a home, a family, and the love she had waited so long for. But it wasn’t enough. Through no fault of her own, she was brought back.

Now, Naomi waits, her days empty and still. The world moves on without her, but she remains, caught between the life she dreams of and the life she has. People don’t see the love she carries or the family she could complete. They only see her size, and they move on, leaving her behind again and again.

Naomi’s life has been one of waiting - first for safety, then for love. Doesn’t she deserve more than this endless uncertainty? Doesn’t she deserve to be seen, to finally matter to someone? Please, help us find her the family who will make her feel like she belongs. Doesn’t she deserve that chance? 😞

- Female
- Size: Large
- DOB: 01/04/2020
- Passport and microchip☑️
- Spayed☑️
- Vaccinated☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈☑️
- 🚐☑️ready to travel (UK & Europe)
- RBU☑️
-Macedonia🇲🇰

You will get Naomi:
❤️Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
❤️Treated against parasites
❤️With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
❤️Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you’re interested in adopting her please submit an application here: https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees and adoption process please click⬆️

More photos and videos of Naomi: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gew7uMqyH/?

19/01/2025

Happy - But cold

19/01/2025
We are very happy that Valerio, Millie, Oriana, Angelo and Milo have found their forever homes; they have all arrived sa...
18/01/2025

We are very happy that Valerio, Millie, Oriana, Angelo and Milo have found their forever homes; they have all arrived safely and settling in with their families. We are beyond happy for them to finally start living the life they deserve - loved, spoiled and full of adventure!

A huge thank you to their adopters for giving them a beautiful new life and to Pet Transport Slagor getting them safely to their new homes.

Valerio, Millie, Oriana, Angelo and Milo - we wish you all the happiness you so thoroughly deserve 🐾❤️

💔 FOR 3 YEARS, NO ONE LOOKED AT HIM - JUST BECAUSE HE’S A LITTLE DIFFERENT 💔Rescuing Bruno isn’t just saving a life, it’...
18/01/2025

💔 FOR 3 YEARS, NO ONE LOOKED AT HIM - JUST BECAUSE HE’S A LITTLE DIFFERENT 💔

Rescuing Bruno isn’t just saving a life, it’s giving hope to a soul who’s fought so hard just to be loved.

Bruno has been waiting for a home for 3 long years. Two years ago, his life turned upside down when, due to neurological problems, he suddenly couldn’t walk, move, or even sit. He was in unbearable pain, and we feared the worst. But Bruno fought - and he won.

Now, Bruno is doing so much better. He can walk, run, play, and love just like any other dog. His movements are just a little slower, but that’s all. Yet for 3 years, no one has given him a chance. He has spent too many winters outside, waiting for someone to see him.

Bruno is brave, sweet, and full of love. He’s ready to give his whole heart to someone who will finally notice him. Is there someone out there with a kind heart who can change his life? We want to believe there is.

🚨 Please don’t let him wait any longer. Share his story or apply to adopt Bruno today. He deserves a family and a happy ending. ‼️

- Male
- Size: Medium
- DOB: 05/11/2021
- Passport and microchip☑️
- Castrated☑️
- Vaccinated☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈☑️
- 🚐☑️ready to travel (UK & Europe)
- RBU☑️
-Macedonia🇲🇰

You will get Bruno:
💙 Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
💙 Treated against parasites
💙 With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
💙 Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you are interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees and adoption process please click⬆️

🐾Meet Joky🐾Joky’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. For years, this sweet girl faced cruelty and neglect, living in shado...
17/01/2025

🐾Meet Joky🐾

Joky’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. For years, this sweet girl faced cruelty and neglect, living in shadows rather than sunshine. But today, she stands as a testament to resilience and hope, having been rescued and given a second chance at life.

Joky is a gentle soul who may be a bit shy when first meeting new people. She takes her time to trust, but once she does, you'll find a loyal companion who is eager to share her love. With patience and understanding, Joky will blossom into the playful, affectionate dog she was always meant to be.

Now, she’s looking for a caring forever home where she can feel safe and cherished. If you can offer Joky the love and patience she deserves, you could be the one to help her write the next chapter of her life.

Are you ready to open your heart and home to Joky? Let’s give this deserving pup the chance she’s been waiting for! 🐶❤️

- Female
- Size: Large
- Estimated age: 3.5 years old
- Passport and microchip✅
- Sterilized/castrated✅
- Vaccinated✅
- 👶✅
- 🐶✅
- 🐈-not tested, can be arranged
- 🚐✅ready to travel (UK&EU)
- RBU✅
-Macedonia🇲🇰

You will get Joky:
🟣 Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
🟣 Treated against parasites
🟣 With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
🟣 Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you are interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees and adoption process please click⬆️

Bella 🐾💗This stunning girl is still on the lookout for her forever home, and she can’t wait to find a place to call her ...
16/01/2025

Bella 🐾💗

This stunning girl is still on the lookout for her forever home, and she can’t wait to find a place to call her own! Bella has a gorgeous white coat that shines as bright as her loving spirit. 🐶✨

Bella is playful, energetic, and always ready for fun - especially if it involves water🌊. One of Bella’s legs is shorter than the others, but it only adds to her character and never slows her down 💃

Her playful nature makes her a fantastic companion. Bella loves people and gets along well with other dogs. She’s good around cats too, making her a versatile addition to any home!

She needs someone who is willing and able to open their heart and home to this sweet girl. Let’s help her find the love and stability she deserves.

Please share her and help us find her a forever family! ❤️🏠

- Female
- Size: medium
- Estimated age: 1 year old
- Spayed/neutered ✅
- 👶✅
- 🐶✅
- 🐈 ✅
- 🚐✅ ready to travel (UK & Europe)
- RBU✅
- Macedonia🇲🇰
- Home check, contract signature, and payment of adoption fees required

You will get Bella:
🌸Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
🌸Treated against parasites
🌸With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
🌸Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you’re interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees, adoption, and transport process, please click⬆️

15/01/2025

Home sweet home we are coming...

📢 Help Us Cover Our Outstanding Vet Bill! 🐾💕Over the past few weeks, we’ve been working hard to ensure our shelter dogs ...
15/01/2025

📢 Help Us Cover Our Outstanding Vet Bill! 🐾💕

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been working hard to ensure our shelter dogs are healthy, happy, and ready for their forever homes. This has included 4D testing, neutering, X-rays, and other necessary treatments. While we’re thrilled to be making progress, the vet bills have added up, and we now have an outstanding balance of €500.

We need your support to keep going! Every little bit helps, whether it’s €5, €10, or whatever you can spare. Your kindness ensures we can continue giving these beautiful dogs the care they deserve.

🐶💛 You can donate in one of the following ways:

Комерцијална банка АД Скопје
Сметка 300000004563498
ХАППИ ШЕЛТЕР Скопје

BANK ACCOUNT:
Happy Shelter, Bulevar Slovenija 3, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
Bank institute: Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje
IBAN: MK07300701003747756
SWIFT: KOBSMK2X
Account: 0270100374770

PAYPAL:
[email protected] this account uses the name ‘organic growshop’

PATREON (monthly donations):
https://www.patreon.com/HappyShelterSkopje

A huge thank you to everyone who has already donated—you’ve made such a difference in the lives of these dogs, and we couldn’t do this without you. Your generosity inspires us every day! ❤️

Thank you for being part of their journey to a better life!

‼️PLEASE, HELP US FIND HAPPY HAPPINESS ‼️Even though Happy may have less photos than other dogs, Happy is just the dog h...
14/01/2025

‼️PLEASE, HELP US FIND HAPPY HAPPINESS ‼️

Even though Happy may have less photos than other dogs, Happy is just the dog his name shows you. He is a happy, cheerful, and loving dog deserving of a warm home❤️ Happy had a rough start to life, but he decided to put his trust in people again and allow our team to bring out the best of him.

Despite his size, Happy is a gentle giant with a heart full of love. He enjoys belly rubs, play time, and simply being around his favorite humans. His affectionate nature makes him a wonderful companion, always eager to brighten someone’s day with his wagging tail and soulful eyes. Happy’s resilience and trusting spirit are a testament to his incredible character🥰

Happy gets along well with people of all ages and would thrive in a home where he can be part of the family’s daily life. Whether it’s lounging by your side or exploring the outdoors, Happy will bring endless joy and loyalty to his forever home. He’s ready to start a new chapter filled with love, kindness, and plenty of cuddles😍

- Male
- Estimated size: Large
- Estimated age: 4 years old
- Passport and microchip☑️
- Sterilized/castrated- ☑️
- Vaccinated☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈❌️
- 🚐☑️ready to travel(UK&EU)
- RBU☑️
-Macedonia🇲🇰

You will get Happy:
🤎Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
🤎Treated against parasites
🤎With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
🤎Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you are interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees and adoption process please click⬆️

I’M JUST A SMALL SIZED GIRL, IGNORED OVER AND OVER, NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I’M POSTED! 😭😭😭My name is Brandy. I came to...
13/01/2025

I’M JUST A SMALL SIZED GIRL, IGNORED OVER AND OVER, NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I’M POSTED! 😭😭😭

My name is Brandy. I came to the shelter as a tiny baby, thinking I’d only stay a little while, just until someone saw me and chose me. But days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and now I’ve grown up here, watching so many dogs get adopted. But no one chooses me.

Other small dogs find homes so quickly. I see their pictures shared, their happy endings celebrated, and I wonder - what’s wrong with me? Am I not beautiful enough? Not good enough? I’ve spent my whole life waiting for someone to see me, to love me, to give me the chance I’ve been dreaming of.

I’m ready now. My bags are packed, my passport is in hand, and my heart is full of love, just waiting for the right person to take it. Please, don’t let me spend my whole life waiting. Don’t let me be forgotten. All I want is a chance to be loved.

- Size: Small
- Age: 1.5 years old
- Passport and microchip☑️
- Spayed☑️
- Vaccinated☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈☑️
- 🚐☑️ready to travel
- RBU☑️
- Macedonia🇲🇰

You will get Brandy:
🟣Fully vet-checked and vaccinated
🟣Treated against parasites
🟣With a negative 4D and brucellosis test
🟣Microchipped and with a pet passport

If you’re interested in adopting her please submit an application here: https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about the fees and adoption process please click⬆️

Meet our beautiful Nellie 💛Nellie is an amazing dog who adores cuddles and affection. Her heart is bursting with love, a...
12/01/2025

Meet our beautiful Nellie 💛

Nellie is an amazing dog who adores cuddles and affection. Her heart is bursting with love, and her lovable nature makes her impossible not to adore. Anyone who adopts her will fill their life with boundless joy. 🌞

It's truly heartbreaking to think that someone could abandon such a wonderful girl like Nellie. Let's not allow her to spend another day in a shelter when she deserves the world and more.🌟

Please share this post to help us find someone willing to give Nellie the love and care she deserves. Let's ensure she finds a forever home where she can be cherished and adored. 🤩

More details about her below⬇️

- Female
- Estimated size: Medium
- Estimated age: 4 years
- Passport and microchip☑️
- Sterilized/castrated☑️
- Vaccinated☑️
- 👶☑️
- 🐶☑️
- 🐈- not tested, can be arranged
- 🚐☑️ready to travel (UK&EU)
- RBU☑️
-Macedonia🇲🇰

If you are interested in adopting, please submit an application here:
https://forms.gle/XjhsYTKkma5fj7fY6

For more information about fees and adoption process please click⬆️

🎅🎅🎅🎅🌧🌧🌧🌧🌧💕Снегот ја покри нашата околина и донесе зимска магија! ❄️ Нашите кучиња уживаат во снегот, играјќи и истражува...
12/01/2025

🎅🎅🎅🎅🌧🌧🌧🌧🌧

💕Снегот ја покри нашата околина и донесе зимска магија! ❄️ Нашите кучиња уживаат во снегот, играјќи и истражувајќи со радост. Оваа прекрасна глетка покажува колку се среќни, но зад неа стои наша секојдневна грижа, посветеност и љубов.
Доколку сакате да помогнете, вашата поддршка ќе ни овозможи да им обезбедиме топлина, храна и грижа.
Секој придонес значи многу за нас и за нив. 🐾🌨

💕The snow has covered our shelter and brought a touch of winter magic! ❄️ Our dogs are loving the snow, playing and exploring with joy. This beautiful sight shows how happy they are, but behind it lies our daily care, dedication, and love.
If you’d like to help, your support will allow us to provide them with warmth, food, and care.
Every contribution means the world to us and to them.🌨️🐾

👉You can donate in one of the following ways:

Комерцијална банка АД Скопје
Сметка 300000004563498
ХАППИ ШЕЛТЕР Скопје

BANK ACCOUNT:
Happy Shelter, Bulevar Slovenija 3, 1000 Skopje, North Macedonia
Bank institute: Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje
IBAN: MK07300701003747756
SWIFT: KOBSMK2X
Account: 0270100374770

PAYPAL:
[email protected] this account uses the name ‘organic growshop’

PATREON (monthly donations):
https://www.patreon.com/HappyShelterSkopje

12/01/2025

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Happy - But cold

Home sweet home we are coming...

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Интересно е денес за сите дури и за нас да си носиме храна што е најбитно прво..

💕🐾 Во тек е изградбата на нови боксови (живеалишта)за кучињата, со цел да им обезбедиме подобро и побезбедно место за живот. За време на денешната изградба, кучињата се вистински помошници – со нивната љубопитност и енергија ни покажуваат колку е важна оваа работа. Тие ни се инспирација и потсетник дека секој труд за нивната добросостојба вреди! The construction of new dog boxes (habitats) is currently underway, with the goal of providing them a better and safer living space. During today’s work, the dogs have proven to be real helpers – their curiosity and energy remind us of the importance of this task. They inspire us and serve as a reminder that every effort we make for their well-being is worth it!💕🐾

И покрај калта и ладното време, грижата за животните во нашиот шелтер е наша обврска. Овие животни не барале да бидат оставени, тие само сакаат љубов, топлина и грижа. Затоа мора секој ден да им обезбедиме храна, чисто место за спиење и внимание. Храната е нивна основна потреба и симбол на нашата посветеност. Тие зависат од нас, а наша задача е да им подариме ден исполнет со грижа и надеж за подобро утре. Despite the mud and cold weather, caring for the animals in our shelter is our responsibility. These animals didn’t choose to be abandoned; they only seek love, warmth, and care. That’s why we must provide them with food, a clean place to sleep, and the attention they deserve every single day. Food is their basic need and a symbol of our commitment. They depend on us, and it’s our duty to give them days filled with care and hope for a better tomorrow.

Сите на заедничка маса по повод 1-от ден од 2025 година.

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