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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 11 months

Ricardo – a sunny disposition looking for his home. Ricardo is one of three wonderful dogs who were discovered together by an animal rescuer – alone, helpless, and on their own. Together with Montana and Casa, he lived there as a stray – a dangerous and difficult life that made every day a challenge. Yet despite this difficult past, all three have preserved their loving nature and show how much trust and joy they have inside. Ricardo enchants with his especially gentle and balanced nature. He is playful and sweet, but also a true connoisseur. He prefers to lie in the sun, close his eyes, and soak up warmth – as if he wants to make up for all that he has lacked for so long. In these moments, he appears calm and content, but as soon as an opportunity arises, he is right there, happily playing with other dogs. He is absolutely compatible, friendly to everyone, and walks very relaxed on the leash. Ricardo is not a daredevil, but a loving companion who enchants everyone with his calm, warm presence. He needs people who give him security and show him how beautiful a safe home can be. Ricardo is looking for a home where he can continue to enjoy the small things in life – sunshine, walks together, and loving closeness. Whoever takes in Ricardo brings a loyal friend into the house, who makes each day a little brighter with his calm nature. The animals are described as they behave in the animal shelter or foster home. This behavior does not show immediately upon arrival. Some may initially react with shyness to the new situation. Animals from the animal protection have all had a past that was mostly not nice or even cruel. This past cannot be shaken off overnight. They need time to arrive and to gain trust. Please be patient and give your animal the necessary time!

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Ricardo – ein sonniges Gemüt auf der Suche nach seinem ZuhauseRicardo ist einer von drei wundervollen Hunden, die gemeinsam von einer Tierschützerin entdeckt wurden – allein, schutzlos und auf sich gestellt. Gemeinsam mit Montana und Casa lebte er dort als Streuner – ein gefährliches und entbehrungsreiches Leben, das jeden Tag zur Herausforderung machte. Doch trotz dieser schweren Vergangenheit haben sich alle drei ihr liebevolles Wesen bewahrt und zeigen, wie viel Vertrauen und Lebensfreude in ihnen steckt.Ricardo verzaubert mit seiner besonders sanften und ausgeglichenen Art. Er ist verspielt und süß, aber gleichzeitig auch ein echter Genießer. Am liebsten liegt er in der Sonne, schließt die Augen und tankt Wärme – als würde er all das nachholen wollen, was ihm so lange gefehlt hat. In diesen Momenten wirkt er ruhig und zufrieden, doch sobald sich eine Gelegenheit ergibt, ist er sofort dabei, fröhlich mit anderen Hunden zu spielen.Er ist absolut verträglich, freundlich zu allen und läuft ganz entspannt an der Leine. Ricardo ist kein Draufgänger, sondern ein liebevoller Begleiter, der mit seiner ruhigen, warmen Ausstrahlung jeden in seinen Bann zieht. Er braucht Menschen, die ihm Geborgenheit schenken und ihm zeigen, wie schön ein sicheres Zuhause sein kann.Ricardo sucht ein Zuhause, in dem er weiterhin die kleinen Dinge des Lebens genießen darf – Sonnenstrahlen, gemeinsame Spaziergänge und liebevolle Nähe.Wer Ricardo aufnimmt, holt sich einen treuen Freund ins Haus, der mit seiner ruhigen Art jeden Tag ein Stück heller macht.Die Tiere werden so beschrieben, wie sie sich im Tierheim oder auf der Pflegestelle verhalten. Dieses Verhalten zeigen sie nicht sofort bei Ankunft. Manche reagieren auch anfangs mit Ängstlichkeit auf die neue Situation. Tiere aus dem Tierschutz haben alle eine Vergangenheit, die meist wenig schön bis grausam war. Diese Vergangenheit lässt sich nicht von heute auf morgen abschütteln. Sie brauchen Zeit, um ankommen zu dürfen und Vertrauen fassen zu dürfen. Bitte haben Sie Geduld und lassen Sie Ihrem Tier die nötige Zeit!

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 11 months
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Aegean Dogs e.V. / FAZA Aegina
Living with Ricardo
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Ricardo home

What you'll need for Ricardo in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Ricardo

What life with Ricardo looks like

Ricardo is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Aegean Dogs e.V. / FAZA Aegina in Berlin.

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 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 Ricardo, answered.

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