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Dana

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy

Mixed-breed Dana—a special dog—seeks a dog-experienced home with pack integration. Dana was born in February 2026 and originally comes from Bulgaria. She’s now living at a foster home in Germany, where she’s gradually getting to know life in a home environment. It quickly becomes clear: Dana is a wonderful dog—but one who needs special people who are understanding and patient. At home, Dana settles down very well and enjoys the security of her familiar surroundings. Outside, however, she still struggles a bit with uncertainty, so everyday situations and life beyond the home should continue to be practiced calmly with her. With food, Dana responds exceptionally well and loves to learn when given the right guidance. For Dana, having an existing first dog—or even better, an established pack—is the most important requirement for her new home. When interacting with other dogs, she communicates extremely sensitively, adapts to dogs of all sizes, and happily looks to her canine companions for guidance. She also shows herself to be social and respectful toward cats. Dana takes her people and her territory seriously. She has a natural protective instinct and will defend her home. Therefore, we’re looking for a dog-experienced home with a securely fenced garden that she can keep an eye on. Children shouldn’t live in the household. Dana isn’t the type of dog who immediately cuddles up or constantly seeks close contact. However, those who respect her personality, give her time, and don’t pressure her will gain a loyal companion who, with trust, can develop into a truly special dog. We’re looking for people who enjoy giving a young dog the security she needs and lovingly accompanying her on her journey ahead. Anyone who gives her this chance will see how a cautious dog can become a wonderful partner. Click here for Dana’s video!

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Mischling Dana – aus der vorsichtigen Hündin ist eine tolle junge Begleiterin geworden Dana wurde im Februar 2026 geboren und stammt ursprünglich aus Bulgarien. Inzwischen lebt sie auf einer Pflegestelle in Deutschland und hat dort eine ganz erstaunliche Entwicklung gemacht. Aus der anfangs vorsichtigen und unsicheren jungen Hündin ist eine fröhliche, verspielte und selbstbewusste Begleiterin geworden. Dana hat ihre Ängstlichkeit fast vollständig abgelegt und zeigt immer mehr, wie viel Lebensfreude in ihr steckt. Selbst Spaziergänge durch die Stadt meistert sie inzwischen an der Leine – etwas, das vor einiger Zeit noch kaum vorstellbar gewesen wäre. Sie lernt schnell und zeigt, wie sehr sie von ihrem sicheren Umfeld und der geduldigen Begleitung ihrer Pflegefamilie profitiert. Auch im Alltag macht Dana tolle Fortschritte. Sie ist inzwischen fast stubenrein und zeigt zuverlässig an, wenn sie nach draußen muss. Gleichzeitig ist sie eine richtig verspielte junge Hündin, die Freude daran hat, die Welt zu entdecken und gemeinsam mit ihren Menschen etwas zu erleben. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sich Dana nach wie vor sehr gut. Sie kommuniziert fein, passt sich ihren Artgenossen an und orientiert sich gerne an ihnen. Ein souveräner Ersthund wäre deshalb weiterhin eine große Bereicherung für sie. Auch mit Katzen zeigt sie sich sozial und respektvoll. Dana ist und bleibt eine aufmerksame und wachsame Hündin. Ihr Zuhause und ihre Menschen nimmt sie ernst und meldet zuverlässig, wenn sie etwas bemerkt. Ein gut eingezäunter Garten und Menschen, die diesen Wesenszug zu schätzen wissen und ihr gleichzeitig klare, liebevolle Orientierung geben, wären deshalb ideal für sie. Kinder sollten nicht im Haushalt leben. Wer Dana kennenlernt, wird schnell merken: Diese junge Hündin hat unglaublich viel Potenzial – und sie ist bereit, es zu zeigen. Hier geht’s zu Danas Video

Size
Large
Age
Puppy
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.
Living with Dana
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✕Spayed
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Dana home

What you'll need for Dana 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 Dana

What life with Dana looks like

Dana is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

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 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.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dana, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dana?
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 Dana on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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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