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Baghira

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Baghira is a male dog, about 8 years old (estimated birth year 2017), roughly 40 cm tall and weighing 15 kg. For a long time he had to live in an animal shelter – and even that was better than what he had experienced before. People had done terrible things to him, and he lost all trust in them completely. Since January 2025, Baghira has been living in a foster home in Germany and is now learning that people can also be kind. Step by step, he has made progress over the past months – and his foster mom is proud of every single one of them. In the beginning, she couldn't even touch him. Then he let her put on a collar, and later a harness. At first he would not leave his safe corner; today he already enjoys going into the garden and even walks nicely on the leash. He can now also pass passing people or bicycles with some effort. Baghira is looking for people who are willing to walk his path with him. It takes patience, understanding, and a readiness to accept small setbacks. Cuddling or playing wildly is not yet part of his everyday life, but he very much wishes that one day he will be able to allow that closeness as well. Those who give him time will be rewarded with special moments: the first careful contact, a look from his beautiful, expressive eyes, or the gentle following from room to room. Baghira gets along very well with other dogs; he could easily live as a second dog. He is looking for a calm home with people who are not afraid to walk the long road with him. Will you show Baghira how to become a happy family dog? If you can imagine bringing out his loving and funny nature, please get in touch and include a phone number. Baghira will thank you for it. Baghira will be neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and dewormed, and will be placed through the animal welfare association Vierbeiner in Not e. V. after a positive pre-screening.

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Baghira ist ein etwa 8 Jahre alter (geschätzt 2017 geboren), rund 40 cm großer und 15 kg schwerer Rüde. Lange musste er in einem Tierheim leben – und selbst das war besser als das, was er zuvor erlebt hatte. Menschen haben ihm Schlimmes angetan, und er verlor völlig das Vertrauen in sie.Seit Januar 2025 lebt Baghira auf einer Pflegestelle in Deutschland und lernt nun, dass Menschen auch freundlich sein können. Schritt für Schritt hat er in den vergangenen Monaten Fortschritte gemacht – und sein Pflegefrauchen ist stolz auf jeden einzelnen davon. Anfangs konnte sie ihn nicht einmal anfassen. Dann ließ er sich ein Halsband anlegen, später ein Geschirr. Zuerst verließ er seine sichere Ecke nicht, heute geht er schon gern in den Garten und läuft sogar vorbildlich an der Leine. Auch vorbeikommende Menschen oder Fahrräder kann er inzwischen mit etwas Überwindung passieren.Baghira sucht Menschen, die bereit sind, seinen Weg mitzugehen. Es braucht Geduld, Verständnis und der Bereitschaft, kleine Rückschritte in Kauf zu nehmen. Kuscheln oder ausgelassen spielen gehört noch nicht zu seinem Alltag, doch er wünscht sich sehr, eines Tages auch diese Nähe zulassen zu können. Wer ihm die Zeit gibt, wird mit besonderen Momenten belohnt: dem ersten vorsichtigen Kontakt, einem Blick aus seinen wunderschönen, ausdrucksstarken Augen oder dem sanften Folgen von Raum zu Raum.Baghira versteht sich mit anderen Hunden sehr gut, er könnte problemlos als Zweithund leben. Er sucht ein ruhiges Zuhause bei Menschen, die keine Scheu haben, den langen Weg mit ihm zu gehen.Zeigst du Baghira, wie aus ihm ein glücklicher Familienhund wird?Wenn du dir vorstellen kannst, seine liebevolle und lustige Art aus ihm herauszukitzeln, melde dich unter Angabe einer Telefonnummer. Baghira wird es dir danken.Baghira wird kastriert, gechipt, geimpft und entwurmt nach positiver Vorkontrolle über den Tierschutzverein Vierbeiner in Not e. V. vermittelt.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Baghira
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Baghira home

What you'll need for Baghira 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 Baghira

What life with Baghira looks like

Baghira is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Baghira, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Baghira?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Vierbeiner in Not e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Baghira on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Baghira if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Vierbeiner in Not e.V. 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Baghira 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 Baghira 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 Vierbeiner in Not e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Baghira 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 (DE). 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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