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Tinka

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 7 years

TinkaSmall pretty female. Approx. 7. 5 years old (October 2026). Friendly and affectionate girl who loves cuddles and gets on well with other dogs. Meet TinkaTinka was rescued from the pound a few years ago, where she was in very poor condition. We don’t know what happened to her before she arrived there. Tinka loves people and cuddles. She gets on very well with both male and female dogs. She has not been tested with cats. This affectionate little girl is looking for a family who will give her plenty of company, love and cuddles. Tinka is spayed, vaccinated and negative on tests. Our dogs are tested for the following conditions as part of our standard testing procedure - Heartworm, Anaplasmosis, Lyme Disease, Ehrlichiosis and Brucellosis (Since 11th June 2021). Rescue Back-Up for Life If you would are interested in adopting Tinka, please complete the register of interest form on our website or contact us.

Size

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Age

Adult · 7 years

Location

🇦🇱Tirana

Shelter

Balkan Underdogs

Living with Tinka

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs
✕Good with cats

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About Tinka

What life with Tinka looks like

Tinka is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at Balkan Underdogs in Tirana.

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 Albania

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Tinka, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Tinka?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Balkan Underdogs handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Tinka on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Tinka if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Balkan Underdogs 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Tinka 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 Tinka 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 Balkan Underdogs early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tinka 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 (EN). 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.