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Labrador Retriever · Male · Adult · 6 years

Duda – Displaced by war, ready for a new home 🖤 .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-108 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-imageframe.imageframe-13 img{aspect-ratio:9 / 16;object-position:35% 45%;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-109 > Location: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina Breed: Shar-Pei/Labrador mix Date of birth: December 29, 2020 Shoulder height: approx. 55 cm / approx. 25 kg Compatibility with cats unknown Single or second dog Ideal environment: Suburban, rural Suitable for: Ambitious first-time dog owners .fusion-body .fusion-button Directly to self-disclosure .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-110 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-gallery-13 Loading the next set of gallery items... Load More .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-111 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container Sometimes dogs tell stories without saying a single word. Duda is one of those dogs. His friendly gaze, wide smile, and calm demeanor hardly give away how much change he’s already experienced in his life. Originally, Duda came from Ukraine. But when the war turned his family’s life upside down, his owner had to make a difficult decision and send him away. Since then, Duda has been waiting for some stability to return to his life—a home where he can finally feel truly at home. And he brings with him everything you could wish for in a loyal companion. Duda has spent his entire life indoors, knows what daily life with people is like, and knows how to behave. He understands commands, walks nicely on a leash, and proves to be a pleasant companion on walks. At first, he approaches strangers with a certain vigilance. This probably runs in his genes, as Duda takes his role as protector very seriously. Yet just as quickly as he observes attentively, he also realizes when there’s no danger present. Then his true character shines through: friendly, obedient, and simply a really sweet guy. Duda gets along wonderfully with other dogs and interacts with his peers in an easygoing and social manner. Overall, he seems like a dog who prefers to avoid conflicts and values harmonious coexistence. What’s especially touching is that despite everything he’s lost, Duda has remained open toward his people. He’s kept his kindness intact and patiently waits for someone who can once again give him a sense of security. We’re looking for people for Duda who aren’t just seeking a dog—they’re looking for a loyal friend. A dog who’s already been through so much and now deserves to experience what it feels like to have a forever home. Who will give this special boy the second chance he so desperately deserves? ❤️ .fusion-body .fusion-button Interested in adopting? (Click here) .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-112 > only screen and (max-width:1015px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-112 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-

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Duda – Vertrieben vom Krieg, bereit für ein neues Zuhause 🖤 .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-263 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-imageframe.imageframe-30 img{aspect-ratio:9 / 16;object-position:35% 45%;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-264 > Aufenthaltsort: Mostar, Bosnien-Herzegowina Rasse: Shar-Pei/ Labrador-Mischling Geburtsdatum: 29.12.2020 Schulterhöhe: ca. 55 cm/ ca. 25kg Verträglichkeit mit Katzen unbekannt Einzel- oder Zweithund ideale Umgebung: Stadtrand, ländlich geeignet für: Ambitionierte Hundeanfänger .fusion-body .fusion-button Direkt zur Selbstauskunft .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-265 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-gallery-30 Loading the next set of gallery items... Load More .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-266 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container Manchmal erzählen Hunde Geschichten, ohne ein einziges Wort zu sagen. Duda ist einer dieser Hunde. Sein freundlicher Blick, sein breites Lächeln und seine ruhige Ausstrahlung lassen kaum erahnen, wie viel Veränderung er in seinem Leben bereits erlebt hat. Ursprünglich kam Duda aus der Ukraine. Doch als der Krieg das Leben seiner Familie auf den Kopf stellte, musste sein Besitzer eine schwere Entscheidung treffen und ihn wegschicken. Seitdem wartet Duda darauf, dass wieder etwas Beständigkeit in sein Leben einkehrt – ein Zuhause, in dem er endlich ankommen darf. Dabei bringt er alles mit, was man sich von einem treuen Begleiter wünschen kann. Duda hat sein gesamtes Leben im Haus gelebt, kennt den Alltag mit Menschen und weiß, wie man sich benimmt. Er beherrscht Kommandos, läuft gut an der Leine und zeigt sich als angenehmer Begleiter bei Spaziergängen. Fremden begegnet er zunächst mit einer gewissen Wachsamkeit. Das steckt vermutlich auch in seinen Genen, denn Duda nimmt seine Rolle als Beschützer durchaus ernst. Doch genauso schnell, wie er aufmerksam beobachtet, merkt er auch, wenn keine Gefahr besteht. Dann zeigt sich sein wahrer Charakter: freundlich, gehorsam und einfach ein richtig lieber Kerl. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sich Duda hervorragend und begegnet seinen Artgenossen unkompliziert und sozial. Insgesamt wirkt er wie ein Hund, der Konflikten lieber aus dem Weg geht und das harmonische Miteinander schätzt. Besonders berührend ist, dass Duda trotz allem, was er verloren hat, seinen Menschen gegenüber offen geblieben ist. Er hat sich seine Freundlichkeit bewahrt und wartet geduldig auf jemanden, der ihm wieder Sicherheit schenkt. Wir wünschen uns für Duda Menschen, die nicht nur einen Hund suchen, sondern einen treuen Freund. Einen Hund, der schon viel hinter sich hat und nun endlich erleben soll, wie sich ein Zuhause für immer anfühlt. Wer schenkt diesem besonderen Jungen die zweite Chance, die er so sehr verdient? ❤️ .fusion-body .fusion-button Interesse an einer Adoption? (Hier klicken) .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-267 > only screen and (max-width:1015px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-267 > .fusion-column-wrappe

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Nordic Strays e.V.
Living with Duda
  • Vaccinated
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Nordic Strays e.V. · GermanyLearn about Labrador Retriever

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Duda home

What you'll need for Duda 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 Duda

What life with Duda looks like

Duda is a small adult labrador retriever dog waiting at Nordic Strays e.V. in Germany.

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 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 Duda, answered.

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