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Bourbon

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Bourbon, born approximately 10/2022, neutered, approximately 55 cm shoulder height, at the shelter since 01/2023 Bourbon is going under :( Bourbon came to us as a tiny puppy - and has been here ever since. He knows nothing else than life in the shelter. A daily routine full of noise, stress and far too little individual attention. Previously, Bourbon was a cheerful, funny dog. Curious, open, right in the middle. But over time, that has changed. Step by step, he has withdrawn. Not because he doesn't want to - but because life here has made him quiet. In between, Bourbon was also allowed to live freely, and that's exactly what shows who he really is: A dog who needs freedom, movement, own decisions. Being locked up doesn't suit him at all - but for his safety, unfortunately, there is no other possibility. If you approach Bourbon today, you first see this cautious pause: "What is this? What's happening now? " But he shows no aggression. No snapping, no pushing back. On the contrary - he stays, observes, and eventually even lies down with you. And begins to enjoy the closeness. Very quietly. Very carefully. Bourbon is not lost. He's just waiting for his chance. We wish him a home that gives him security and shows him that he can relax. People with patience, who don't expect anything, but let him arrive. And we are sure: If you give Bourbon this time - weeks or maybe a few months - then he will flourish again. Will run, play, dash through meadows and fields and enjoy life. It would be so infinitely sad if Bourbon were overlooked after all these years and had to spend even more time in the shelter. Currently located in Romania and allowed to travel out if a home is found. Travels with microchip and vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies and basic immunization). All dogs are treated against intestinal parasites and ectoparasites at their arrival in the shelter and at least once a year thereafter. The described behavioral observations are based on everyday life in the shelter and may be different in a domestic environment under changed living conditions. The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the destination country. Please note the information on this page:

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05/2025 Bourbon, geboren ca. 10/2022, kastriert,ca. 55 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit 01/2023 Bourbon geht unter :( Bourbon kam als winziger Welpe zu uns – und ist seitdem hier. Er kennt nichts anderes als das Leben im Shelter. Ein Alltag voller Lärm, Stress und viel zu wenig individueller Zuwendung. Früher war Bourbon ein fröhlicher, lustiger Hund. Neugierig, offen, mittendrin. Doch mit der Zeit hat sich das geändert. Schritt für Schritt hat er sich zurückgezogen. Nicht, weil er nicht möchte – sondern weil das Leben hier ihn leise hat werden lassen. Zwischendurch durfte Bourbon auch frei leben, und genau das zeigt, wer er wirklich ist: Ein Hund, der Freiheit braucht, Bewegung, eigene Entscheidungen. Eingesperrt zu sein entspricht ihm überhaupt nicht – doch zu seiner Sicherheit bleibt uns leider keine andere Möglichkeit. Wenn man heute auf Bourbon zugeht, sieht man zuerst dieses vorsichtige Innehalten: „Was ist das? Was passiert jetzt? “ Aber er zeigt keinerlei Aggression. Kein Schnappen, kein Abwehren. Im Gegenteil – er bleibt, beobachtet, und legt sich schließlich sogar dazu. Und beginnt, die Nähe zu genießen. Ganz still. Ganz vorsichtig. Bourbon ist nicht verloren. Er wartet einfach noch auf seine Chance. Für ihn wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause, welches ihm Sicherheit gibt und ihm zeigt, dass er sich entspannen darf. Menschen mit Geduld, die nichts erwarten, sondern ihn ankommen lassen. Und wir sind uns sicher: Gibt man Bourbon diese Zeit – Wochen oder vielleicht ein paar Monate – dann wird er wieder aufblühen. Wird laufen, spielen, durch Wiesen und Felder flitzen und das Leben genießen. Es wäre so unendlich traurig, wenn Bourbon nach all den Jahren weiterhin übersehen wird und noch mehr Zeit im Shelter verbringen muss. Befindet sich aktuell in Rumänien und darf ausreisen, wenn er ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Reist gechipt und geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut und Grundimmunisierung). Alle Hunde werden bei ihrer Ankunft im Shelter sowie anschließend mindestens einmal jährlich gegen Darmparasiten und Ektoparasiten behandelt. Die geschilderten Verhaltensbeobachtungen basieren auf dem Alltag im Shelter und können sich in einem häuslichen Umfeld unter veränderten Lebensbedingungen entsprechend anders darstellen. Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hope for Future e.V.
Living with Bourbon
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Hope for Future e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Bourbon home

What you'll need for Bourbon 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 Bourbon

What life with Bourbon looks like

Bourbon is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bourbon, answered.

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