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Adopt Albu

Male · Adult · 6 years

Dog sizes vary greatly. The following categories will help you better understand the world of small, medium, large, and giant dogs. It is important to consider weight, height, and body structure. Meet Albu, a big, gentle, and friendly boy. We estimate he was born in August 2019, and his height is approximately 63 cm. He arrived at the shelter in a very serious condition: full of fleas, with wounds, and his coat was so matted that it had formed a rigid shell. He probably could not even see through it, which explained his distrust of people. After a complete shave, he seemed to be reborn. A whole new world opened up for him: he wags his tail constantly, enjoys every presence, seeks affection, and offers the biggest hugs. Unfortunately, due to neglect, his teeth are in a poor condition – some are broken, others are missing. However, it doesn't seem to bother him; he has probably become accustomed to this discomfort over the years. Although it is very likely he has never worn a collar or leash, he walks surprisingly well, even if sometimes he pulls. Now that he has discovered how beautiful life can be, we sincerely hope he will experience the care, love, and warmth of a real home. He is ready to make someone's days brighter, offering hugs with every step. Vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered, he is eagerly waiting to start his new life. So many dogs, an enormous number. I could never have imagined that people could be so cruel and abandon such souls. In this situation, I am ashamed to be part of the biped species. I have no words, I cannot express in words the respect and appreciation for the team that takes care of them. Congratulations!!! Well done!!!

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Dimensiunile câinilor variază foarte mult. Următoarele categorii ajută să înțelegi mai bine lumea câinilor mici, medii, mari și gigantici. Este important să iei în considerare greutatea, înălțimea și conformația corpului. Faceți cunoștință cu Albu, un băiat mare, blând și prietenos. Estimăm că s-a născut în august 2019, iar înălțimea lui este de aproximativ 63 cm. A ajuns la adăpost într-o stare foarte gravă: plin de purici, cu răni, iar blana îi era atât de încâlcită, încât formase o carapace rigidă. Cel mai probabil nici nu mai vedea prin ea, ceea ce explica neîncrederea lui față de oameni. După o tundere completă, parcă s-a renăscut. O lume întreagă i s-a deschis: dă din coadă neîncetat, se bucură de orice prezență, caută afecțiune și oferă cele mai mari îmbrățișări. Din păcate, din cauza neglijenței, dinții lui sunt într-o stare precară – unii sunt rupți, alții lipsesc. Totuși, nu pare să-l deranjeze, probabil s-a obișnuit cu acest disconfort de-a lungul anilor. Deși este foarte posibil că nu a purtat niciodată ham sau lesă, merge surprinzător de frumos, chiar dacă uneori mai trage. Acum, că a descoperit cât de frumoasă poate fi viața, ne dorim din suflet să cunoască și grija, iubirea și căldura unui cămin adevărat. Este pregătit să facă zilele cuiva mai senine, oferind îmbrățișări la fiecare pas. Vaccinat, microcipat și castrat, abia așteaptă să pornească spre noua lui viață. Foarte mulți câini, enorm de mulți. Nu mi-am putut imagina vreodată că oamenii sunt așa de răi și pot abandona astfel de suflete. În situația de față mi-e rușine că fac parte din specia bipedelor. Nu am cuvinte, nu pot exprima în cuvinte, respectul și aprecierea pentru echipa care se ocupă de îngrijirea lor. Felicitări!!! Bravo!!!

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇷🇴Sisterea
Shelter
SOS Dogs — FPCC Oradea
Living with Albu
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Cared for by SOS Dogs — FPCC Oradea · Sisterea

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Albu home

What you'll need for Albu 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
  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 Albu

What life with Albu looks like

Albu is a large adult dog waiting at SOS Dogs — FPCC Oradea in Sisterea.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇷🇴Adopting from Romania

Romanian rescues handle the highest volume of cross-border adoptions in the EU. Animals are quarantined and fully vetted before transport. Reputable rescues maintain detailed health records and post-adoption follow-up.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Albu, answered.

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