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Dobby

Male · Adult · 4 years

Age (Years): 4 monthsYear Of Birth: March 2026In Shelter Since: May 2026. Sex: Male. Breed: Mixed Breed. Colour: white, tan and black. Size: Expected size 45-48cm. Weight (Kgs): .Good With Children? Yes. Good With Other Dogs? .Good With Cats? .Energy Level: .Temperament: Sweet and affectionateExperienced Owners Only: .Neutered: .Vaccinated: Yes. Microchipped: . Dobby's story could have ended before it had really begun. Found on the streets alongside his tiny sister, Darby, the two puppies survived by staying close together as dog catchers searched the area. Frightened, exhausted and far too young to be facing the world alone, they were rescued just in time. Since arriving at the shelter, Dobby has shown what a gentle, resilient little soul he is. Although he was scared, he never lost his kind heart. He stayed beside his sister, quietly offering comfort whenever Darby needed him. Even after everything they had been through, Dobby was always looking out for someone else. Now that he is safe, Dobby is growing in confidence every day. He is a sweet, affectionate puppy who enjoys human company and is beginning to discover that life can be about more than simply surviving. Like any young dog, he loves to explore, play and learn, and with patience and encouragement, he will blossom into a wonderful family companion.

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

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Dobby home

What you'll need for Dobby 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 Dobby

What life with Dobby looks like

Dobby 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 Dobby, answered.

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