Velko

Velko is a lovely boy who had a difficult start in life, but maintained a social, positive personality. Highly intelligent, he enjoys human company, loves to go on walks and is happy to follow commands. His eyes lit up when he meets other dogs and he loves to play, with them or with a ball. It’s easy to interact with him, and he is grateful to have your attention.

His background is mixed, and therefore he has two distinct looks - when he gets a haircut, he looks like a Brittany or a small Munsterlander, and with his fur long he looks like an Australian Shepard. The pictures and the video show both his looks. He is a medium size dog (chest – 75 cm, neck – 42 cm, belly – 57 cm) and at the age of four, he is fully grown.

Initially he is timid with new people, but once he gets a sense of who is around, he relaxes and shows his personality. He was treated badly in the past but has overcome the trauma of being hurt. Although he had to survive in the street before he was found and brought to a foster family, he has no injuries, illnesses or handicaps.

He is now ready for a new life and a stable, loving home. He is great with kids and dogs, and loves to play with other dogs (see the video below). He is currently living in a foster home in Bulgaria with another dog and a 9-year old boy so he is used to home environment. He is also good with cats, and there is no problem to leave him alone.

Velko has all required tests (CCV, CPV, Giardia, 4D – all negative) and all vaccines. He is castrated, chipped and has an EU passport.

We are looking for a foster home in the Netherlands to help us transition Velko from Bulgaria to a forever family in the Netherlands. We are open to discuss the arrangements with the potential foster parent(s) and to provide support if needed.