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Espero

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Espero was born around 12/2015 and stands about 57 cm at the shoulder. He is a friendly, open, and very affectionate dog who loves people from the bottom of his heart. He always greets visitors with joy and enthusiastically enjoys being petted – closeness and affection mean everything to him. Unfortunately, because of his breed – he belongs to the so-called list dogs – Espero cannot be placed in Germany. This is especially tragic, as he shows himself to everyone as a balanced and sociable dog who lives peacefully with other dogs. Despite this restriction, we are not giving up hope for him. Perhaps the right place will be found somewhere – for example in Austria or certain cantons of Switzerland – where he has a chance at a home of his own. Until then, we want to give him the most beautiful life possible. He has already been able to move from the Campurelu shelter to our so-called "training camp" in Izvoru, where he has more contact with people and regularly gets to go into the outdoor run. This small change has visibly done him good – he blossoms as soon as he receives attention. Perhaps Espero is not a dog who gets many chances – but with a little luck, heart, and support, a miracle could still come true for him. Anyone with contacts in Austria or Switzerland is welcome to get in touch with us at any time. Espero is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, and will be placed after a positive pre-screening in exchange for a protection fee and with a protection agreement – unfortunately, however, not in Germany. We would very much welcome information about a suitable solution! General note about our dogs: Our dogs in Romania are visited regularly so that we can continually reassess their behavior and development. These personal impressions help us greatly in presenting each individual dog as accurately as possible. Nevertheless, we would like to point out that a dog in a new environment – with new people, new routines, and new impressions – may show itself differently. This is completely normal and part of any process of change. Many dogs even open up more quickly in a home and show sides that were not visible at the shelter. Our assessments are therefore based on current observations, but they are not a guarantee of any behavior in a new environment. They are meant to provide orientation and show how the dog presents itself at the shelter – and what potential lies within it. We are convinced that with patience, understanding, and a loving environment, every dog can find its way and continue to develop positively.

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Espero wurde ca. 12/2015 geboren und misst etwa 57 cm Schulterhöhe. Er ist ein freundlicher, offener und sehr zugewandter Hund, der Menschen von Herzen liebt. Besuch begrüßt er stets mit Freude und lässt sich begeistert streicheln – Nähe und Zuneigung sind für ihn das Schönste überhaupt.Leider darf Espero aufgrund seiner Rassezugehörigkeit – er zählt zu den sogenannten Listenhunden – nicht nach Deutschland vermittelt werden. Das ist besonders tragisch, denn er zeigt sich allen als ausgeglichener und sozialer Hund, der friedlich mit anderen Hunden zusammenlebt. Trotz dieser Einschränkung geben wir die Hoffnung für ihn nicht auf. Vielleicht findet sich irgendwo der richtige Platz – etwa in Österreich oder bestimmten Kantonen der Schweiz – wo er eine Chance auf ein eigenes Zuhause bekommt. Bis dahin möchten wir ihm ein möglichst schönes Leben ermöglichen.Er durfte bereits aus dem Shelter Campurelu in unser sogenanntes „Trainingslager“ nach Izvoru umziehen, wo er mehr Kontakt zu Menschen hat und regelmäßig in den Auslauf darf. Diese kleine Veränderung hat ihm sichtbar gutgetan – er blüht auf, sobald er Aufmerksamkeit bekommt.Vielleicht ist Espero kein Hund, der viele Chancen bekommt – aber mit ein wenig Glück, Herz und Unterstützung könnte sich auch für ihn noch ein Wunder erfüllen. Wer Kontakte nach Österreich oder in die Schweiz hat, darf sich bitte jederzeit bei uns melden. Espero ist kastriert, geimpft und gechippt und wird nach positiver Vorkontrolle gegen eine Schutzgebühr und mit einem Schutzvertrag vermittelt – allerdings leider nicht nach Deutschland. Informationen zu einer geeigneten Lösung nehmen wir sehr gern entgegen!Allgemeiner Hinweis zu unseren Schützlingen: Unsere Hunde in Rumänien werden regelmäßig besucht, damit wir ihr Verhalten und ihre Entwicklung immer wieder neu einschätzen können. Diese persönlichen Eindrücke helfen uns sehr, ein möglichst gutes Bild von jedem einzelnen Hund zu vermitteln. Dennoch möchten wir darauf hinweisen, dass sich ein Hund in einer neuen Umgebung – mit neuen Menschen, neuen Abläufen und neuen Eindrücken – auch anders zeigen kann. Das ist ganz normal und gehört zu jedem Veränderungsprozess dazu. Viele Hunde öffnen sich im Zuhause sogar schneller und zeigen Seiten, die im Shelter gar nicht sichtbar waren. Unsere Einschätzungen basieren daher auf aktuellen Beobachtungen, sind aber keine Garantie für jedes Verhalten im neuen Umfeld. Sie sollen eine Orientierung geben und zeigen, wie der Hund sich im Shelter präsentiert – und welches Potenzial in ihm steckt.Wir sind überzeugt: Mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem liebevollen Umfeld kann jeder Hund seinen Weg finden und sich positiv weiterentwickeln.

Size
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Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Espero
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Espero home

What you'll need for Espero in week one.

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    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

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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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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About Espero

What life with Espero looks like

Espero is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Espero, answered.

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