Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Scup

Mixed Breed · Male

Scup is a large, long-haired dog with a friendly and gentle nature. He is very affectionate toward people, though he’s still somewhat shy at the moment. Currently, Scup is not in good condition. He’s heavily infested with parasites and is not chipped. His appearance and circumstances suggest that he was likely abandoned. Scup urgently needs veterinary care, parasite treatment, and a safe, quiet place to live. With proper care and patience, he has great potential to become a loyal companion. Further information will follow.

DE·Show original

Scup ist ein großer, langhaariger Hund mit einem freundlichen und sanften Wesen. Er zeigt sich Menschen gegenüber sehr lieb, ist derzeit jedoch noch etwas schüchtern. Aktuell befindet sich Scup in keinem guten Zustand. Er ist stark von Parasiten befallen und nicht gechippt. Sein Erscheinungsbild und die Umstände deuten darauf hin, dass er vermutlich ausgesetzt wurde. Scup benötigt dringend eine tierärztliche Versorgung, Parasitenbehandlung sowie eine sichere und ruhige Unterbringung. Mit der richtigen Pflege und Geduld hat er großes Potenzial, ein treuer Begleiter zu werden. Weitere Informationen folgen.

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇨🇭Sos Strassenhunde
Shelter
SOS Strassenhunde
Living with Scup
  • Microchipped
Cared for by SOS Strassenhunde · Sos StrassenhundeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Scup home

What you'll need for Scup 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.

    View on Amazon
    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

    View on Amazon
    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

    View on Amazon
    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

    View on Amazon
    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

    View on Amazon
    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

    View on Amazon
    €20–35

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Scup

What life with Scup looks like

Scup is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at SOS Strassenhunde in Sos Strassenhunde.

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.

🇨🇭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.

Sos Strassenhunde, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Scup, answered.

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

More Mixed Breed pets

Smilla, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Vereinigung der Katzenfreunde e.V. (deutscher Katzenschutzbund)

Smilla

Mixed Breed

Female
Sammy, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Vereinigung der Katzenfreunde e.V. (deutscher Katzenschutzbund)

Sammy

Mixed Breed

Male
Gino, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Vereinigung der Katzenfreunde e.V. (deutscher Katzenschutzbund)

Gino

Mixed Breed

Male

More from SOS Strassenhunde

Similar animals

More Mixed Breeds looking for a home

Arno, tricolor male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Hof zum Regaboga /Regenbogen, Neukirch (Egnach)

Arno

Mixed Breed

18 yearsMale
Tom, schwarz male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Hof zum Regaboga /Regenbogen, Neukirch (Egnach)

Tom

Mixed Breed

20 yearsMale
Nanouk, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Hof zum Regaboga /Regenbogen, Neukirch (Egnach)

Nanouk

Mixed Breed

19 yearsMale
Willy, beige male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Hof zum Regaboga /Regenbogen, Neukirch (Egnach)

Willy

Mixed Breed

25 yearsMale
Biscotto,  Mixed Breed for adoption at SOS Strassenhunde, Sos Strassenhunde

Biscotto

Mixed Breed

Unknown

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →