How do I contact the shelter about Abby?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Care-4-life e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Abby on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Abby if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Care-4-life 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 Abby 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 Abby 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 Care-4-life e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Abby 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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Adopt Abby

Golden Retriever · Female · Young · 1 year

For interest in our beloved Abby, please send us the completed application form: Abby comes to her family directly from Turkey, usually from the shelter in Mersin (Gülfem). What we know about Abby: Abby is a spayed Golden-Mix female dog, born around early 2025. With a shoulder height of about 65 cm and weighing 31 kg, she is a statuesque, wonderful young lady with a lot of presence. She originated from the shelter in Mersin and has maintained her friendly, open demeanor despite the circumstances. Abby is very people-oriented and friendly to children. She is well-tempered with other dogs and is social, open, and cuddly. Cats have not been tested with her, but she shows a calm, unproblematic behavior, making it seem plausible. The young lady is completely checked for health and is fit and healthy. For Abby, we wish for: • An active, loving home • People with time and joy for shared mental stimulation • Preferably a family or a confident only dog Abby is a young, lively female dog who finally wants to arrive. Who will give this wonderful young female dog her forever home? To know: She brings everything one could wish for in a loyal companion: friendliness, social skills, and a large portion of love. For interest in our beloved Abby, please send us the completed application form:. Gets along with other dogs.

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Bei Interesse an unserer lieben Abby schicken Sie unseren ausgefüllten Unsere Hunde - so auch Abby - kommen in der Regel direkt aus der Türkei zu ihren Familien. Was wir über Abby wissen: Abby ist eine kastrierte Golden-Mix-Hündin, geboren ca. Anfang 2025. Mit ca. 65 cm Schulterhöhe und 31 kg ist sie eine stattliche, wunderschöne junge Dame mit ganz viel Ausstrahlung. Sie stammt aus dem Shelter in Mersin (Gülfem) und hat sich dort trotz der Umstände ihre freundliche, offene Art bewahrt. Abby ist sehr menschenbezogen und freundlich zu Kindern. Sie ist gut verträglich mit anderen Hunden sowie sozial, aufgeschlossen und verschmust Katzen wurden bisher nicht getestet, allerdings zeigt sie ein ruhiges, unproblematisches Verhalten, sodass es gut vorstellbar erscheint. Gesundheitlich ist die junge Dame komplett durchgecheckt gesund und fit. Für Abby wünschen wir uns: • Ein aktives, liebevolles Zuhause • Menschen mit Zeit und Freude an gemeinsamer Beschäftigung • Gerne eine Familie oder ein souveräner Ersthund Abby ist eine junge, lebensfrohe Hündin, die endlich ankommen möchte. Wer schenkt dieser wunderbaren jungen Hündin ihr Für-Immer-Zuhause? Nice to know: Sie bringt alles mit, was man sich von einer treuen Begleiterin wünscht: Freundlichkeit, soziale Kompetenz und eine große Portion Liebe. Bei Interesse an unserer lieben Abby schicken Sie unseren ausgefüllten Interessentenbogen bitte an:

Size

Large

Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇩🇪Stuttgart

Shelter

Care-4-life e.V.

Living with Abby

✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs
✓Good with kids

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About Abby

What life with Abby looks like

Abby is a large young adult golden retriever dog waiting at Care-4-life e.V. in Stuttgart.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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 Abby, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Abby?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Care-4-life e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Abby on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Abby if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Care-4-life 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 Abby 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 Abby 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 Care-4-life e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Abby 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.