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Hope

English Bulldog · Female · 5 years

I’m Hope, and I’m looking for people with experience and a big heart. Here’s the thing: I’m not a beginner dog, but if you earn my trust, you’ll also get to know my loving side. With the people I feel close to, I really enjoy being cuddled and spending quality time together. However, I can be a bit stubborn—and I don’t hesitate to show it when something doesn’t suit me. In certain situations, I need to be carefully managed: I’m protective of my resources, and even basic grooming or treatments like ear checks or having my paws touched are only possible with a lot of trust. Unfortunately, I’ve already bitten in such situations. That’s why I wear a muzzle in those moments—and I’ll continue to need it in my new home as well. I have a severe allergy and require a special diet permanently, along with occasional medication. Additionally, I suffer from advanced hip dysplasia and moderate coxarthrosis. Because of this, I’m dependent on pain medication all the time and would love a ground-level home. I’d like a home without children, ideally with experienced people who respect my boundaries and are ready to accompany me with patience and understanding. Several meet-and-greet sessions will be necessary so that we can get to know each other at our own pace. Moving in and settling in will be accompanied by our dog trainers. As for other dogs, I’m generally open-minded and friendly. Could a challenging, strong-willed dog like me be exactly what’s missing to complete your happiness? If you have experience and plenty of composure, why not get in touch via the inquiry form below?

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Ich bin Hope und suche Menschen mit Erfahrung und einem großen Herzen. Das bin ich: Ich bin keine Anfänger-Hündin, aber wer mein Vertrauen gewinnt, lernt auch meine liebevolle Seite kennen. Bei meinen vertrauten Menschen genieße ich Nähe und gemeinsame Zeit sehr. Ich bin allerdings auch ein kleiner Sturkopf und zeige, wenn mir etwas nicht passt. In bestimmten Situationen muss ich vorsichtig gemanagt werden: Ich verteidige Ressourcen und auch Körperpflege oder Behandlungen wie Ohrenkontrolle oder das Anfassen meiner Pfoten sind nur mit viel Vertrauen möglich. Ich habe da leider auch schon gebissen. Deshalb trage ich in solchen Situationen einen Maulkorb, den ich auch in meinem neuen Zuhause weiter brauchen werde. Ich habe eine starke Allergie und brauche dauerhaft Diätfutter sowie gelegentlich Medikamentenkuren. Außerdem habe ich hochgradige Hüftdysplasie und mittelgradige Coxarthrosen. Daher bin ich dauerhaft auf Schmerzmittel angewiesen und wünsche mir ein ebenerdiges Zuhause. Ich wünsche mir ein Zuhause ohne Kinder bei erfahrenen Menschen, die meine Grenzen respektieren und bereit sind, mich mit Geduld und Verständnis zu begleiten. Mehrere Kennenlerntermine werden nötig sein, damit wir uns in Ruhe kennenlernen können. Einzug und Eingewöhnung werden von unseren Hundetrainerinnen begleitet. Gegenüber anderen Hunden bin ich grundsätzlich aufgeschlossen. Ist ein anspruchsvoller Sturkopf genau das, was dir noch zu eurem Glück fehlt? Wenn du Erfahrung und genug Gelassenheit mitbringst, melde dich doch mal über das Anfrageformular unten.

Size
Large
Age
5 years
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg
Living with Hope
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
Cared for by Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg · BerlinLearn about English Bulldog

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Hope home

What you'll need for Hope 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 Hope

What life with Hope looks like

Hope is a large adult english bulldog dog waiting at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg in Berlin.

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.

Note from the shelter: Hip dysplasia with arthritis, food allergies, requires pain medication, needs ground floor housing or elevator access, resource guarding around food

🇩🇪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 Hope, answered.

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