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Burek

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Mixed-breed Burek - a shy dog who has been through much, is looking for his person Burek is a sensitive dog who has really gone through a lot in his life. He still has fear of touch and does not feel comfortable when taken on the arm. Until recently he had great fear of people - today enormous progress can be seen. He gains more and more trust every day. The little male is still very shy, but behind this caution lies a wonderful dog who just needs time. We do not know exactly what he has gone through, but everything suggests that people have not always been good to him. Meanwhile Burek already enjoys seeing people he knows. He waits for being stroked and puts his head charmingly on the lap to get some attention. Burek has learned to walk on a leash, and does this really well! This is an enormous achievement and proof that with the right support he can overcome his fears. Burek has difficulty coping with grooming and veterinary treatments, especially when performed by people he doesn't know. A lot of patience and training will be needed here. For the sweet dog we are looking for people who not only have a big heart but also the possibilities and prerequisites to give him the necessary time to gain trust. The responsibility for an animal shelter dog is always a special challenge. Dogs bring a backpack with past experiences or unlearned situations and need time to get used to their new life.

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Mischling Burek – ein schüchterner Hund, der viel durchgemacht hat, sucht seinen Menschen Burek ist ein sensibler Hund, der in seinem Leben wirklich viel durchgemacht hat. Er hat immer noch Angst vor Berührungen und fühlt sich nicht wohl, wenn man ihn auf den Arm nimmt. Noch vor Kurzem hatte er große Angst vor Menschen – heute sind enorme Fortschritte zu erkennen. Er fasst jeden Tag mehr und mehr, Vertrauen. Der kleine Rüde ist immer noch sehr schüchtern, aber hinter dieser Vorsicht verbirgt sich ein wunderbarer Hund, der einfach nur Zeit braucht. Wir wissen nicht genau, was er durchgemacht hat, aber alles deutet darauf hin, dass Menschen nicht immer gut zu ihm waren. Inzwischen freut Burek sich bereits, wenn er Menschen sieht, die er kennt. Er wartet darauf, gestreichelt zu werden, und legt seinen Kopf ganz bezaubernd auf den Schoß, um ein wenig Aufmerksamkeit zu bekommen. Burek hat gelernt, an der Leine zu laufen, und macht das wirklich großartig! Das ist eine enorme Leistung und ein Beweis dafür, dass er mit der richtigen Unterstützung seine Ängste überwinden kann. Burek kommt mit Pflege- und Tierarztbehandlungen nur schwer zurecht, insbesondere wenn sie von Personen durchgeführt werden, die er nicht kennt. Hier wird noch viel Geduld und Training investiert werden müssen. Für den süßen Hundemann suchen wir Menschen, die nicht nur ein großes Herz haben, sondern auch die Möglichkeiten und Voraussetzungen ihm die nötige Zeit zu geben, Vertrauen zu fassen. Die Verantwortung für einen Tierschutzhund ist immer eine besondere Herausforderung. Die Hunde bringen einen Rucksack mit vergangenen Erlebnissen oder ungelernten Situationen mit und brauchen Zeit, sich an ihr neues Leben zu gewöhnen.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.
Living with Burek
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Burek home

What you'll need for Burek 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 Burek

What life with Burek looks like

Burek is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Burek, answered.

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