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Brâncuși

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 3 months

Help Brâncuși leave behind human cruelty and learn to trust again Make a one-time donation Every gift goes directly toward Brâncuși's treatment and care Become Brâncuși's sponsor Follow her recovery every step of the way Sponsorhip allows you to build a lasting connection with Brâncuși. From just £5 per month, you'll help provide ongoing care while receiving regular updates, photos and news about her recovery and life at Speranța Shelter. As a sponsor, you'll see the difference your support makes as Brâncuși grows stronger, gains confidence and moves one step closer to a brighter future. From just £5 per month. Minimum commitment 3 months. HOW DOES SPONSORSHIP WORK? Sponsoring Brâncuși is easy Click Sponsor Now Press the button below to start sponsoring Brâncuși Complete the sponsorship form Tell us a little about you, choose how much you'd like to give each month and for how long (minimum 3 months), then confirm with your first payment. After that, it's automatic, nothing more for you to do. Receive updates Once your sponsorship begins, we'll send you a welcome email followed by regular updates and photos, so you can see how Brâncuși is doing and the difference your support is making. THE STORY OF BRÂNCUȘI Brâncuși came to us from the streets of Târgu Jiu, a town that has been drawing our attention more and more because of the suffering endured by abandoned animals. The first time we saw her, we immediately realised that her story was one of the hardest. Her muzzle had been split open and displaced – a deep wound that looked nothing like the result of an ordinary fight between dogs. Although people in the area said she had been bitten by another dog, the injuries pointed instead to a violent blow, most likely inflicted deliberately. At first, we all thought she was a boy, so we named her Brâncuși , inspired by the place she came from. The truth is that no one could get close enough to examine her properly. She was so frightened and distrustful that the mere presence of a person made her tremble with fear. Only later did we discover that Brâncuși was, in fact, a girl. We decided to keep her name, because by then it had already become part of her story. Her physical injury is only part of her tragedy. Brâncuși lives in a constant state of fear. She panics whenever someone approaches and seems convinced that people will hurt her. To us, that fear speaks just as loudly as the wound on her face. Her case immediately reminded us of Grivița , the dog with the slashed muzzle who, many years ago, became the symbol of Speranța Shelter. We know recovery is possible – but we also know how much patience, care and support it takes for an animal so deeply traumatised to learn to trust again. Brâncuși has already undergone her first surgery, during which the veterinary team successfully reconstructed her muzzle and spayed her. But the real battle is only just beginning. She still faces treatments, rehabilitation, and many months of patient work to help her regain trust in people. She will need a safe place, constant care, and people willing to show her, day after day, that not everyone is like those who caused her so much pain. We have committed ourselves to this mission. But we cannot accomplish it without your help. Your donation goes directly towards Brâncuși’s medical treatment, rehabilitation and ongoing care. It gives her the chance to leave fear behind and, perhaps for the very first time in her life, discover what it means to be loved and protected. Donate for Brâncuși and help her experience the kindness she has never known. What does Speranța Shelter do? The Speranța Shelter Foundation was founded in 1996 by Florina Tomescu and, since its inception, has contributed decisively to the welfare of animals in Romania, especially abandoned and suffering dogs. On the night of 18.04.2001, the staff of the Speranța Foundation, together with the Vier Pfoten Romania team, rescued 300 dogs from the city hall shelters, dogs that would otherwise have fallen victim to the new euthanasia law. It was a real act of mass rescue at a terrible time for both animals and animal lovers. The dogs at Speranța were rescued from the streets or from various life-threatening situations. Our shelter is home to about 500 dogs. Of these, 7 are paraplegics (they receive special care and are moved around with the help of prams) and about 200 are seniors, i.e. over 12 years old. We have a lot of older dogs in the shelter, but we are constantly trying to find families for them. The Speranța Foundation is working hard to find adopters for the dogs in the shelter, including offering the possibility of distance adoption. Speranța Foundation is constantly organising events to promote adoptions and to raise awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals. Every year, the team from Speranța Shelter conducts sterilization programs for dogs and cats with owners, a pro bono project for those interested. How will Speranța Shelter spend the money it gets from donations? Speranța Shelter relies entirely on private donations to care for its more than 500 dogs each year and to fund all of its programs. The shelter's monthly maintenance costs amount to more than €30,000. In addition to maintenance expenses, we continually need financial support to improve the living conditions of the dogs by providing them with a clean, safe and loving environment. The shelter has been constantly upgraded, the paddocks have been rebuilt to be more comfortable and welcoming for their residents, 4 playgrounds have been created for the dogs, the 2 medical clinics have been equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. Speranța Shelter is also actively involved in campaigns to promote adoptions and to educate and raise awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals, in order to prevent abandonment and acts of cruelty towards them. For more information on the work of the shelter, visit the About Us page Why should I consider a monthly donation? Any contribution, no matter the amount, can make a difference in the lives of many animals. Here are a few reasons why you should consider donating monthly: Monthly donations provide a stable income stream for the foundation, which allows for long-term planning and implementation of actions for the good of the dogs. Save time and effort: Setting up a monthly donation is an efficient way to contribute without having to remember to do it every month. Personal Satisfaction: Regular donation gives you the feeling of actively contributing to an important cause and having a direct impact on the lives of animals. Sustainability of the activity: A steady stream of monthly donations can help the shelter weather tough times and continue to do valuable work. How can I modify or cancel a recurring monthly donation? You can update your monthly donation at any time, including the donation amount, donation period, processing date, or payment card. You can also cancel your recurring donation whenever you wish. To make any changes, simply access the “Go to Donor Portal” link located at the bottom of your donation confirmation emails. These emails are sent after each monthly donation is processed. Once you access the link, follow the instructions provided to update or cancel your donation. We need your help to treat Brâncuși Together, we can turn suffering into real hope.

Size
Age
Puppy · 3 months
Location
🇷🇴Romania
Shelter
Speranța Shelter Foundation
Living with Brâncuși
  • Neutered
Cared for by Speranța Shelter Foundation · RomaniaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Brâncuși home

What you'll need for Brâncuși 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 Brâncuși

What life with Brâncuși looks like

Brâncuși is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Speranța Shelter Foundation in Romania.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇷🇴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 Brâncuși, answered.

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