How do I contact the shelter about Brian?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Souda Shelter handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Brian on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Brian if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Souda Shelter 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 Brian 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 Brian 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 Souda Shelter early rather than rehoming privately; they know Brian 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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Brian

Staffordshire Bull Terrier · Male · Young · 3 years

Gender: male Birthday: 2018 Castrated/ Neutered: yes Weight: 23kg Back story: Brian was abandoned with his sister Ivy. Both were tied to the fence next to the shelter in January 2020. Description/Updates/Pictures: Update January 2026: Update July 2025: This little piggy went to the market, This little piggy stayed home, This little piggy is our Brian, Give him some mud and he’s, well, he’s happy, can’t you see! Brian has been with us for years. He had gone to a home at some point in his stay but then he was returned because of his hunting instinct, also his strength was overbearing. He attacked a sheep and it was game over for him and a sign to his owners that this was not something they could handle. He is lovely with people, a regular snuggle bunny. And he is a happy guy. Always looking to please. Brian would need a home with experienced bully parent(s). The years are passing and we are afraid he is sentenced to live the rest of his life in the shelter. We do all we can to make his life with us as close to a home, but this is truly not possible. Consider him. He was probably taught wrong in his previous life and now he is paying the price. But he does not deserve this. Just look at that expression on his face. Update December 2024: Just look at that little seal face. Brian is smart, beautiful, goofy and loving. Brian loves playing tug-of-war with Ivy. He is also highly food motivated. Update December 2022: Just look at those faces, Madita and Brian. They are overflowing with joy. Brian is a beautiful bully who had been rehomed at one point but was returned because of his strength and his prey drive (he broke out of his yard and attacked sheep).Brian is not aggressive towards humans, on the contrary, he melts in their hands. Brian is now 4+ years of age and needs to go to an experienced bully handler. City living would be best for him. Brian with visitors. Update September 2022: “My sister Ivy said that there are people who don’t love me cause I’m a certain breed. That can’t be so cause people are good and fun and nice and cute and make me happy” -the big love of Elizabeth’s life, Brian, male, castrated, healthy, staffy, 2 years old” January 2020: This morning these two staffies were left tied up to our neighbor’s fence. Dirty and neglected, these animals cannot tell us their past but it doesn’t seem like a good one.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇬🇷Chania

Shelter

Souda Shelter

Living with Brian

✓Neutered
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✕Has special needs

Cared for by Souda Shelter · Chania Learn about Staffordshire Bull Terrier →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Brian home

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About Brian

What life with Brian looks like

Brian is a large young adult staffordshire bull terrier dog waiting at Souda Shelter in Chania.

An young 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.

Note from the shelter: High prey drive, requires secure fencing, aggressive with other animals

🇬🇷Adopting from Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Brian, answered.

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