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Adopt Birka

Mixed Breed · Female

Birka is a spayed mixed-breed dog, probably born in January 2021, who was found abandoned and taken in by our Hungarian partner shelter. Despite her time at the shelter and many efforts to socialize her, Birka remains very shy around people. Her past is unknown, but it is likely that she has experienced trauma that she has not yet overcome. What Birka really enjoys, however, is the company of other dogs. She develops close bonds with her kennel mates, cuddles with them, and gives them loving kisses. The shelter staff and volunteers will continue to work with Birka and try to socialize her. Currently, Birka is not available for adoption. Since Birka is expected to stay at the shelter for a longer period, your support for her food and medical expenses is greatly appreciated!. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Birka ist eine vermutlich im Jänner 2021 geborene, kastrierte Mischlingshündin, die ausgesetzt gefunden und im Tierheim unserer ungarischen Partnerorganisation aufgenommen wurde. Trotz ihrer Zeit im Tierheim und vieler Versuche, sie zu sozialisieren, bleibt Birka sehr ängstlich gegenüber Menschen. Ihre Vergangenheit ist unbekannt, doch es ist wahrscheinlich, dass sie traumatische Erfahrungen gemacht hat, die sie noch nicht überwinden konnte. Was Birka jedoch sehr genießt, ist die Gesellschaft anderer Hunde. Sie baut eine enge Bindung zu ihren Zwingergenossen auf, kuschelt mit ihnen und gibt ihnen liebevolle Küsse. Das Tierheim-Team und die Freiwilligen werden weiterhin mit Birka arbeiten und versuchen, sie zu sozialisieren. Aktuell ist Birka jedoch nicht zur Adoption freigegeben. Da Birka voraussichtlich noch länger im Tierheim bleiben wird, ist Ihre Unterstützung für ihre Futter- und medizinischen Kosten sehr willkommen!

Size
Large
Age
Location
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Shelter
Animal Care Hungary
Living with Birka
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Birka home

What you'll need for Birka in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Birka

What life with Birka looks like

Birka is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Animal Care Hungary.

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 Hungary

Hungarian shelters operate at high capacity given the country's stray population. Animals leave sterilized, chipped, and with a passport. Many shelters coordinate transport to Germany, Austria, and the Nordics.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Birka, answered.

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