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Ricky

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Ricky came into our care together with Zara, thanks to the assistance of the gamekeeper from Jakabszállás. Unfortunately, we know very little about their previous lives. They were caught together and have probably been wandering around together for quite some time. Ricky is a truly energetic and cheerful young dog, full of curiosity and enthusiasm. He loves to move around and explore his surroundings, but he also greatly enjoys human company. He happily accepts petting and spending time together, so both play and cuddling are important to him. We’re looking for a home for Ricky where he can lead an active life. The ideal owner would also be energetic, enjoy hiking, walking, or playing sports, and would happily involve their four-legged companion in everyday adventures. If you’re looking for a happy, loving, and active dog whose company will surely keep your weekdays anything but boring, Ricky could be the perfect companion for you.

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Ricky Zarával együtt került a gondozásunkba Jakabszállásról, a mezőőr közreműködésének köszönhetően. Az előéletükről sajnos nagyon keveset tudunk. Együtt fogták be őket, és valószínűleg hosszabb ideje együtt kóboroltak. Ricky egy igazán energikus, életvidám fiú, aki tele van kíváncsisággal és lelkesedéssel. Imád mozogni, felfedezni a környezetét, de emellett az ember közelségét is nagyon kedveli. Szívesen fogadja a simogatást és az együtt töltött időt, így a játék és a szeretgetés egyaránt fontos számára. Ricky számára olyan otthont keresünk, ahol aktív életet élhet. Ideális gazdája szintén energikus, szeret kirándulni, sétálni vagy sportolni, és örömmel vonja be négylábú társát a mindennapi kalandokba. Ha egy vidám, szeretetteljes és mozgékony kutyát keresel, aki mellett biztosan nem lesznek unalmasak a hétköznapok, Ricky lehet a tökéletes társ számodra.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇭🇺Hungary
Shelter
Állatvédelmi Centrum
Cared for by Állatvédelmi Centrum · HungaryLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Ricky home

What you'll need for Ricky 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 Ricky

What life with Ricky looks like

Ricky is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Állatvédelmi Centrum in Hungary.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇭🇺Adopting from Hungary

Hungarian shelters operate at high capacity given the country's stray population. Animals leave sterilized, chipped, and with a passport. Many shelters coordinate transport to Germany, Austria, and the Nordics.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ricky, answered.

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