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Sophia Maria

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

Sophia Maria is approximately 6 years old, 45 cm tall, and weighs around 12 kg. She lived as a street dog until she was taken to the Fetesti shelter, where she was scheduled for euthanasia. She is very shy, insecure, and has a deep fear of people. We are looking for an experienced dog owner with plenty of patience for Sophia Maria—a person who can give her the time she needs to build trust without any pressure. We are seeking a permanent home for her. Health: At the end of June, after being rescued from the Fetesti shelter, Sophia Maria was examined by a veterinarian in Romania. She received the necessary basic veterinary care, as well as her vaccinations and treatments for ticks and worms. According to the attending veterinarian, she is currently in stable health. Perhaps it’s exactly with you that Sophia Maria has been waiting for so long.

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Sophia Maria ist ca. 6 Jahre jung, 45 cm gross und wiegt rund 12 kg.Sie lebte als Strassenhündin, bis sie in die Tötung Fetesti gebracht wurde. Sie ist sehr scheu, unsicher und hat grosse Angst vor Menschen. Für Sophia Maria suchen wir einen erfahrenen Hundehalter mit viel Geduld, der ihr ohne Druck die Zeit gibt, Vertrauen zu fassen. Gesucht wird ein endgültiger Lebensplatz. GesundheitSophia Maria wurde Ende Juni nach der Rettung aus der Tötung Fetesti einem Tierarzt in Rumänien vorgestellt. Sie erhielt die notwendige tierärztliche Grundversorgung sowie ihre Impfungen, Zecken- und Wurmbehandlung.Nach aktuellem Stand ist sie gemäss dem behandelnden Tierarzt gesundheitlich stabil. Vielleicht wartet genau bei dir der Platz, auf den Sophia Maria schon so lange hoffen.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇨🇭Glueckshunde
Shelter
Glückshunde Schweiz
Living with Sophia Maria
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Glückshunde Schweiz · GlueckshundeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Sophia Maria home

What you'll need for Sophia Maria 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 Sophia Maria

What life with Sophia Maria looks like

Sophia Maria is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Glückshunde Schweiz in Glueckshunde.

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.

Glueckshunde, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Sophia Maria, answered.

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