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Viktor

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

The dear Viktor has been at the animal shelter Szeged since May 2022. Viktor, estimated to be 9 years old, lived alone on a cemetery for a long time and it took the shelter staff a while to finally catch the shy dog. At the animal shelter, he wasn't doing well either. He had panic attacks around other dogs and even the leash. Now, however, the dear male dog even lives on the big meadow with other dogs in a small pack. Here, he counts as one of the calmer dogs. He has also learned to walk on a leash. He trusts the staff and even gives kisses. So well has Viktor developed that we now hope very much to place him in a loving home. That would be a dream. We would be happy to test him with cats.

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Der liebe Viktor befindet sich seit Mai 2022 im Tierheim Szeged. Viktor, geschätzte 9 Jahre alt, lebte längere Zeit allein auf einem Friedhof und es dauerte bis die Mitarbeiter des Tierheims den scheuen Hund endlich einfangen konnten. Im Tierheim ging es ihm dann gar nicht gut. Er hatte panische Angst vor anderen Hunden und auch von der Leine. Inzwischen lebt der liebe Rüde aber sogar mit anderen Hunden auf der großen Wiese in einem kleinen Rudel. Hier zählt er zu den ruhigeren Hunden. Auch das Laufen an der Leine hat er gelernt. Er vertraut den Mitarbeitern und gibt sogar Küsschen. Da hat sich Viktor so toll entwickelt, dass wir jetzt sehr hoffen ihn noch in ein liebevolles Zuhause vermitteln zu können. Das wärte ein Traum. Gern können wir ihn mit Katzen testen. 2016b gebroe

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇦🇹Hallein
Shelter
Tierheim Hallein
Living with Viktor
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierheim Hallein · HalleinLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Viktor home

What you'll need for Viktor 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 Viktor

What life with Viktor looks like

Viktor is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Hallein in Hallein.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

Hallein, Austria browse more dogs in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Viktor, answered.

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