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Darby

Female · Adult · 4 years

Age (Years): 4 monthsYear Of Birth: March 2026In Shelter Since: May 2026. Sex: Female. Breed: Mixed Breed. Colour: Black & white. Size: approx adult size 45cm. Weight (Kgs): .Good With Children? .Good With Other Dogs? .Good With Cats? .Energy Level: .Temperament: Sweet and affectionate, typical puppyExperienced Owners Only: .Neutered: .Vaccinated: Yes. Microchipped: . Darby's life began with uncertainty. Found on the streets with her brother, Dobby, she was one of two tiny puppies trying to survive in a world that was far too dangerous. As dog catchers searched the area, the siblings stayed close together, finding comfort in the only family they had. When they were rescued, Darby was the weaker of the two. She needed extra care, with infusions, therapy and vitamins to help her little body recover. Through it all, she never had to face it alone. Dobby stayed by her side, and together they began their journey towards safety. Today, Darby is slowly discovering that not every day has to be about survival. With gentle encouragement, she is growing in confidence and learning to trust the people who care for her. She is a sweet, gentle puppy with a sensitive nature, and as she continues to blossom, she is showing just how much love she has to give.

Size
Tiny
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇧🇦Bosnia
Shelter
Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs
Living with Darby
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs · Bosnia

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Darby home

What you'll need for Darby 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 Darby

What life with Darby looks like

Darby is a very small adult dog waiting at Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs in Bosnia.

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 Bosnia and Herzegovina

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

Bosnia, Bosnia and Herzegovina browse more dogs in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Frequently asked

Adopting Darby, answered.

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