Why adopt from Bosnia?
Bosnia has no nationwide spay/neuter programme. Stray dogs are routinely killed or left in underfunded public shelters. Our founder, Vesna, has been rescuing dogs from the streets and from these shelters since 2019. She runs a private shelter in Brcko where every dog receives veterinary care, socialisation, and a safe place to wait for a home.
These are not feral dogs. They are friendly, socialised animals that have been living with people and other dogs at the shelter. Many are puppies born at the shelter. Others are adults rescued from abandonment or from public kill shelters. All of them are healthy, vetted, and ready to travel.
We have already placed 5 dogs into homes across the UK, Belgium, Austria, and other European countries. Every single adoption has been successful.
Step-by-step adoption process
Browse and message us
Look through our available dogs. When you find one you connect with, send us a message on Facebook or WhatsApp. Tell us about your home, your experience with dogs, and which dog caught your eye.
Home check
We do a simple home check to make sure the dog will be safe and well cared for. In the UK, this is usually a video call. In Germany and Austria, it will most likely be an in-person visit. We are looking for secure fencing, adequate space, and a genuine commitment to the dog's wellbeing.
Approval and preparation
Once approved, we finalise the dog's veterinary work. This includes neutering/spaying (if not already done), rabies vaccination, deworming, parasite treatment, microchipping, and issuing the pet passport. Blood tests for brucellosis and other conditions are available on request.
Transport to your door
We arrange licensed pet transport from Bosnia directly to your home. The transporter is experienced, fully licensed, and takes rest stops along the way. You do not need to travel to Bosnia. From first message to arrival, the process typically takes 4 to 8 weeks.
Transport costs
There is no adoption fee. The only cost is transport, which covers the licensed transporter, fuel, ferry or road tolls, and border paperwork.
| Destination | Approximate cost |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | ~£500 |
| Mainland Europe (Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Austria) | €300–400 |
| Switzerland | CHF 500–550 |
Costs vary slightly depending on exact location and route. We will confirm the exact price before you commit.
What is included with every adoption
- ✓ Neutering or spaying
- ✓ Full vaccination course (including rabies)
- ✓ Deworming
- ✓ Parasite treatment (fleas, ticks)
- ✓ Microchip
- ✓ Pet passport
- ✓ Blood tests (brucellosis, etc.) available on request
Dogs currently waiting for homes
Here are some of the dogs at our shelter right now. Each one is fully vetted and ready to travel.
Barney
Happy, affectionate, and full of energy. Best with active families.
Male · young · medium
Klara
A brave little fighter who beat illness and is ready to find her forever home.
Female · young · large
Max
Bottle-fed since 48 hours old. Gentle, playful, and great with kids and cats.
Male · puppy · small
Nadia
Bottle-fed since 48 hours old. Playful, friendly, and great with kids and cats.
Female · puppy · small
Vanja
A gentle, loyal girl with a beautiful golden coat. Great with kids, dogs, and people.
Female · young · medium
Luna
Playful, active, and great with kids. A big girl with a naturally short tail.
Female · puppy · large
Daphne
A small survivor with a big personality. Rescued from a poor shelter, now ready for a real home.
Female · adult · small
Maus
A slim, athletic boy with the most striking eyes. Recovered from demodex as a puppy, now full of life.
Male · young · medium
Luna
A beautiful, loving girl who has waited years for a family. Amazing with children and full of affection.
Female · adult · medium
Nami
A beautiful, loving girl who has waited years for a family. Full of personality, affection, and energy.
Female · adult · medium
Freya
Her whole family got adopted. She's the only one still waiting.
Female · adult · medium
Nero
A beautiful, gentle boy with the softest heart. Loves being outdoors and around people.
Male · young · medium
Dogs we have already placed
These dogs went through the same process and are now living with their families.
- ✓ Flint adopted to Austria. A true hero who donated blood to save another dog. Now heading to his forever home in Austria.
- ✓ Bridgette adopted to United Kingdom. From a scared puppy in Bosnia to a happy, mud-loving dog in the UK.
- ✓ Pjuske adopted June 2026. After three years in shelters, Pjuske finally found her forever home.
- ✓ Eli adopted to England. The friendliest puppy at the shelter found her forever home in England.
- ✓ Leia adopted to United Kingdom. A gentle 40kg giant who was abandoned but never lost her kind heart. Now home in the UK.
Frequently asked questions
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Ready to adopt?
Browse our available dogs and send us a message to start the process.