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Duva

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

Duva, born approximately 2020, neutered, approximately 60 cm shoulder height, in the shelter since 08/2026 Duva is an impressive Dogo Argentino female who has unfortunately experienced how badly people can treat a dog in her life. She was found in a terrible condition on the street (shown in the last two pictures and the last video). There are many indications that Duva was exploited as a breeding dog. At about 40 kg, she is a large, powerful representative of her breed and brings not only physically a substantial amount of dog. Despite her past, Duva has not lost her zest for life. She is playful, powerful and full of energy. A female who would like to experience something and needs people who can handle her size and strength safely. At the same time, Duva carries scars from her past that must be taken seriously: nothing must be thrown around her. Such situations make her very afraid and can lead to her biting out of fear. We do not know exactly what Duva experienced - her reaction clearly shows that she must have had very bad experiences here. That is why we are looking for experienced, responsible people who can read her body language, respect her boundaries and approach her with calm and clear, reliable structures. People who do not work with pressure or harshness, but show her that she is safe today. Duva should not be reduced to what happened to her. She is a lively and playful female who can still discover and learn a lot. At the same time, we want to openly communicate her history and her known reaction to certain triggers, so that she can find the home that really suits her. After a life in which presumably much was decided for her and much was demanded of her, Duva should finally be allowed to experience what it is like to be protected and loved. We are looking for people with heart and dog experience who are willing to give her security and build trust with her. Currently located in Romania and may leave if a home is found. Travels chipped and vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies and basic immunization). All dogs are neutered at the age of 7 to 9 months. A 4D-SNAP test is performed, which only reflects the infection status at the time of the test and does not reliably exclude a previous or very recent infection. They are also treated against intestinal parasites and ectoparasites on arrival at the shelter and at least once a year thereafter. The described behavioral observations are based on everyday life in the shelter and may be different in a domestic environment under changed living conditions. The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the destination country. Please note the information on this page:

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09/2026 Duva, geboren ca. 2020, kastriert, ca. 60 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit 08/2026 Duva ist eine beeindruckende Dogo-Argentino-Hündin, die in ihrem bisherigen Leben leider erfahren musste, wie schlecht Menschen mit einem Hund umgehen können. Sie wurde in einem furchtbaren Zustand auf der Straße gefunden (auf den letzten beiden Bildern und im letzten Video zu sehen). Vieles deutet darauf hin, dass Duva als Zuchthündin ausgebeutet wurde. Mit etwa 40 kg ist sie eine große, kräftige Vertreterin ihrer Rasse und bringt nicht nur körperlich eine ordentliche Portion Hund mit. Trotz ihrer Vergangenheit hat Duva ihre Lebensfreude nicht verloren. Sie ist verspielt, kraftvoll und voller Energie. Eine Hündin, die gerne etwas erleben möchte und Menschen braucht, die mit ihrer Größe und Stärke sicher umgehen können. Gleichzeitig trägt Duva Spuren ihrer Vergangenheit mit sich, die unbedingt ernst genommen werden müssen: Um sie herum darf nichts geworfen werden. Solche Situationen machen ihr große Angst und können dazu führen, dass sie aus dieser Angst heraus beißt. Was genau Duva erlebt hat, wissen wir nicht – ihre Reaktion zeigt jedoch deutlich, dass sie hier sehr schlechte Erfahrungen gemacht haben muss. Deshalb suchen wir für Duva erfahrene, verantwortungsbewusste Menschen, die ihre Körpersprache lesen können, ihre Grenzen respektieren und ihr mit Ruhe und klaren, verlässlichen Strukturen begegnen. Menschen, die nicht mit Druck oder Härte arbeiten, sondern ihr zeigen, dass sie heute in Sicherheit ist. Duva soll nicht auf das reduziert werden, was ihr passiert ist. Sie ist eine lebensfrohe und verspielte Hündin, die noch viel entdecken und lernen kann. Gleichzeitig möchten wir ihre Vorgeschichte und ihre bekannte Reaktion auf bestimmte Auslöser offen kommunizieren, damit für sie das Zuhause gefunden wird, das wirklich zu ihr passt. Nach einem Leben, in dem vermutlich viel über sie bestimmt und viel von ihr verlangt wurde, soll Duva nun endlich erfahren dürfen, wie es ist, beschützt und geliebt zu werden. Für diese besondere, kraftvolle Hündin suchen wir Menschen mit Herz und Hundeerfahrung, die bereit sind, ihr Sicherheit zu geben und gemeinsam mit ihr Vertrauen aufzubauen. Befindet sich aktuell in Rumänien und darf ausreisen, wenn sie ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Reist gechipt und geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut und Grundimmunisierung). Alle Hunde werden im Alter von 7 bis 9 Monaten kastriert. Hierbei wird ein 4D-SNAP-Test durchgeführt, der lediglich den Infektionsstatus zum Zeitpunkt der Testung wiederspiegelt und eine frühere oder sehr frische Infektion nicht sicher ausschließen kann. Ebenso werden sie bei ihrer Ankunft im Shelter sowie anschließend mindestens einmal jährlich gegen Darmparasiten und Ektoparasiten behandelt. Die geschilderten Verhaltensbeobachtungen basieren auf dem Alltag im Shelter und können sich in einem häuslichen Umfeld unter veränderten Lebensbedingungen entsprechend anders darstellen. Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hope for Future e.V.
Living with Duva
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Hope for Future e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Duva home

What you'll need for Duva 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 Duva

What life with Duva looks like

Duva is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Duva, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Duva?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hope for Future e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Duva on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Duva if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hope for Future 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Duva 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 Duva 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 for Future e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Duva 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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