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Sunito

Mixed Breed · Male

Sunito dreams…….. Sunito was until now on the dark side of life – he was kept as a chain dog, severely abused and beaten so much that his jaw broke. Despite all the pain, he has not lost faith in us humans and shows himself to be a very affectionate, compliant, friendly puppy who always pays attention to his primary caregiver and tries to attract their attention. The clever male dog can already stay alone for an appropriate time, walks well on a leash, and is a good passenger in the car. He still meets loud noises and unfamiliar things with some caution. Our cuddler enjoys the important grooming for him and since he is not a food rejector, nothing too edible should be within reach. Sunito now dreams of a nice dog life with loving people who will somewhat challenge him, give him security and are ready to make up for lost time with him. Children in the household should already be older and stable. A dog companion is not essential. Cats are part of his close circle of friends. …..Dreams sometimes come true…..???

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Sunito träumt…….. Sunito stand bisher auf der Schattenseite des Lebens – er wurde als Kettenhund gehalten, schwer misshandelt und so sehr geschlagen, dass ihm der Kiefer brach. Trotz aller Pein hat er den Glauben an uns Menschen nicht verloren und zeigt sich als ein sehr anhänglicher, anschmiegsamer, freundlicher Hundebub, der stets auf seine Bezugsperson achtet und versucht dessen Aufmerksamkeit auf sich zu ziehen. Der clevere Rüde kann bereits eine angemessene Zeit alleine bleiben, läuft prima an der Leine, und im Auto ist er ein guter Beifahrer. Lauten Geräuschen und unbekannten Dingen begegnet er noch mit etwas Vorsicht. Unser Schmuser genießt die für ihn wichtige Fellpflege und nachdem er kein Kostverächter ist, sollte nicht all zu viel Essbares in Greifnähe sein. Sunito träumt nun von einem schönen Hundeleben bei liebevollen Menschen, die ihn ein wenig fordern, ihm Geborgenheit geben und bereit sind mit ihm Versäumtes nachzuholen. Kinder im Haushalt sollten schon größer und standfest sein. Ein Hundekumpel ist nicht zwingend notwendig. Katzen gehören zu seinem engen Freundeskreis. …..Träume werden manchmal wahr…..???

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
Living with Sunito
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · LaufLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Sunito home

What you'll need for Sunito 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 Sunito

What life with Sunito looks like

Sunito is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

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 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 Sunito, answered.

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