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Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 5 months

Pepita was discovered in Bucharest with her sister and mother at the end of February 2023, as Rodica demonstrated against animal suffering there. The small family was on a busy street and was in great danger of being run over. At first, all three were very afraid. But with time, love, and patience—such as is possible in a full shelter—they gradually began to trust humans. Pepita is still rather shy, but after a few days with someone, she visibly warms up and shows her delicate, affectionate nature. In April 2026, our board personally met Pepita at the shelter—and she immediately won everyone’s hearts with her gentle and sensitive manner. For Pepita, we are searching for patient and empathetic people who can give her the time she needs to fully settle in and build trust. With the right support, she will become a loyal and grateful companion. Who will give this special female dog a loving home?. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Pepita wurde Ende Februar 2023 zusammen mit ihrer Schwester und ihrer Mutter in Bukarest entdeckt, als Rodica dort gegen das Tierleid demonstrierte. Die kleine Familie hielt sich an einer stark befahrenen Strasse auf und war in grosser Gefahr, überfahren zu werden. Zu Beginn waren alle drei sehr ängstlich. Doch mit etwas Zeit, Liebe und Geduld – so gut es in einem vollen Shelter überhaupt möglich ist – fassen sie nach und nach Vertrauen zu den Menschen. Pepita ist noch immer eher schüchtern, doch wenn sie jemanden ein paar Tage kennt, taut sie spürbar auf und zeigt ihr feines, liebevolles Wesen. Ende April 2026 durfte unser Vorstand Pepita persönlich vor Ort kennenlernen – und sie hat mit ihrer sanften und feinfühligen Art sofort alle Herzen berührt. Für Pepita suchen wir geduldige und einfühlsame Menschen, die ihr die Zeit geben, die sie braucht, um vollständig anzukommen und Vertrauen zu fassen. Mit der richtigen Unterstützung wird sie sich zu einer treuen und dankbaren Begleiterin entwickeln. Wer schenkt dieser besonderen Hündin ein liebevolles Zuhause?

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 5 months
Location
🇨🇭Glueckshunde
Shelter
Glückshunde Schweiz
Living with Pepita
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Pepita home

What you'll need for Pepita 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 Pepita

What life with Pepita looks like

Pepita is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Glückshunde Schweiz in Glueckshunde.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Glueckshunde, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Pepita, answered.

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