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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Primary vaccination + Rabies Bongo is looking for his last big happiness Bongo is an approximately nine-year-old male dog, neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. At 27 kg and 58 cm in height, he is a proud dog who may seem reserved at first glance - but inside, a great treasure longs for love and security. His story is sad: Bongo was simply abandoned by his former owners and found himself alone in the Croatian animal shelter. There he has been waiting so long, amid the cold fences, for his people - for a family that finally sees him, understands him and shows him what love means. Bongo does not want to die here. He wants to experience once again what it is like to be safe and valued. What you need to know about Bongo: He can easily climb over any fence - even barriers of two and a half meters are no obstacle for him. This shows how strong and determined he is. Bongo is affectionate once he has gained trust. However, he is cautious with new people and unfamiliar environments. He quickly becomes afraid and needs time to warm up. He likes to retreat to quiet places where he can rest. For a peaceful coexistence, there should be no cats or children in the household. He also does not particularly like other dogs - he does not attack them, but he does not like it when they pressure him. Probably, he had neither love nor social contact with his own kind in his previous life. Bongo walks well on a leash and knows car rides. Veterinarians suspect that he is a mix of Hungarian Vizsla. What Bongo needs now is a family that shows him that he is loved. A family that gives him time to build trust, that understands his fears and protects him. Bongo has so much love to give - please give him the chance to find a warm home and spend his remaining years happily. Apply for Bongo Become a godparent for Bongo

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Grundimmunisierung + Tollwut Bongo sucht sein letztes großes Glück Bongo ist ein etwa neun Jahre alter Rüde, kastriert, gechippt und geimpft. Mit seinen 27 Kilo und 58 cm Größe ist er ein stolzer Hund, der auf den ersten Blick vielleicht zurückhaltend wirkt – doch in seinem Inneren sehnt sich ein großer Schatz nach Liebe und Geborgenheit. Seine Geschichte ist traurig: Bongo wurde von seinen damaligen Besitzern einfach ausgesetzt und fand sich allein im kroatischen Tierheim wieder. Dort wartet er nun schon so lange, inmitten der kalten Zäune, auf seine Menschen – auf eine Familie, die ihn endlich sieht, versteht und ihm zeigt, was Liebe bedeutet. Bongo möchte hier nicht sterben. Er möchte noch einmal erleben, wie es ist, geborgen und geschätzt zu sein. Was man über Bongo wissen muss: Er kann problemlos über jeden Zaun klettern – sogar zweieinhalb Meter hohe Barrieren sind für ihn kein Hindernis. Das zeigt, wie stark und willensstark er ist. Bongo ist verschmust, wenn er Vertrauen gefasst hat. Doch er ist vorsichtig bei neuen Menschen und fremden Umgebungen. Schnell bekommt er Angst und braucht Zeit, um aufzutauen. Er zieht sich gerne an ruhige Plätze zurück, wo er zur Ruhe kommen kann. Für ein friedliches Zusammenleben sollten keine Katzen oder Kinder im Haushalt sein. Auch andere Hunde mag er nicht besonders – er greift sie zwar nicht an, doch mag es nicht, wenn sie ihn bedrängen. Wahrscheinlich hatte er in seinem früheren Leben weder Liebe noch sozialen Kontakt mit Artgenossen. Bongo kann gut an der Leine gehen und kennt Autofahrten. Tierärzte vermuten, dass er eine Mischung aus ungarischem Vizla ist. Was Bongo jetzt braucht, ist eine Familie, die ihm zeigt, dass er geliebt wird. Eine Familie, die ihm Zeit gibt, Vertrauen zu fassen, die seine Ängste versteht und ihn schützt. Bongo hat noch so viel Liebe zu geben – bitte gib ihm die Chance, ein warmes Zuhause zu finden und dort seine letzten Jahre glücklich zu verbringen. Anfrage für Bongo stellen Pate für Bongo werden

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇧🇦Novi Grad
Shelter
Ankerhunde e.V.
Living with Bongo
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Bongo home

What you'll need for Bongo 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 Bongo

What life with Bongo looks like

Bongo is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Ankerhunde e.V. in Novi Grad.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇧🇦Adopting from Bosnia and Herzegovina

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

Novi Grad, Bosnia and Herzegovina browse more dogs in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bongo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bongo?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Ankerhunde e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bongo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bongo if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Ankerhunde 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Bongo 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 Bongo 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 Ankerhunde e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bongo 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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