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Lutak

Labrador Retriever · Male · Senior · 10 years

Age (Years): 10Year Of Birth: 2016In Shelter Since: 2018. Sex: Male. Breed: Labrador Cross. Colour: Black, tiny bit of white. Size: Medium. Weight (Kgs): approx 25kg. Good With Children? Not Tested. Good With Other Dogs? Yes. Good With Cats? Not TestedEnergy Level: MediumTemperament: Cuddly, gentle, loves attentionExperienced Owners Only: Yes, a little nervous of new people. Neutered: Yes. Vaccinated: Yes. Microchipped: Yes Meet Lutak: Still Waiting, Still Full of Love Lutak has been waiting far too long for his chance at a real home. Since arriving at the shelter in 2018, he has spent 8 years watching other dogs leave while he remains behind. Despite receiving multiple offers over the years, none have worked out, through no fault of his own. Now, at 10 years old, Lutak is still holding onto hope that his person is out there. Lutak can be a little shy when meeting new people, which is completely understandable after spending so much of his life in a shelter environment. But give him a little time and patience, and you will discover a completely different dog. Once he trusts you, Lutak becomes incredibly affectionate, gentle, and loves attention. He forms strong bonds and will happily stay close, enjoying every bit of love you give him. His Labrador side really shines through. He is loyal, friendly, and still enjoys playtime, especially chasing a ball. With a medium energy level, he would suit a home that can offer both relaxed companionship and some fun, engaging activity.

Size
Tiny
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇧🇦Bosnia
Shelter
Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs
Living with Lutak
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs · BosniaLearn about Labrador Retriever

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Lutak home

What you'll need for Lutak 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 Lutak

What life with Lutak looks like

Lutak is a very small senior labrador retriever dog waiting at Hope VMS / Elaines Dogs in Bosnia.

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 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 Lutak, answered.

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