How do I contact the shelter about Alba?

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

Can I adopt Alba if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Melle 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 Alba 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 Alba 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 Melle early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alba 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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Alba

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 4 years

We must say goodbye to our female dog Alba. Alba is 4 years old, a Cocker Spaniel, in perfect health, vaccinated, microchipped, and has an EU pet passport. Alba is a very active and intelligent female dog who requires a lot of mental stimulation and exercise. She loves playing, running, and also enjoys cuddle sessions. Due to our current circumstances – we both work full-time – we unfortunately cannot give her the time and attention she needs. Additionally, we plan to welcome a baby in the near future. Since Alba has bitten in the past, we are concerned about potential risks living with a small child. To ensure a stress-free and safe solution for both her and us, we have reluctantly decided to find a new home for Alba. If you are experienced with dogs and interested in Alba, please call us at the Tel.:

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Leider müssen wir uns von unserer Hündin Alba trennen. Alba ist 4 Jahre alt, ein Cockerspaniel, kerngesund, geimpft, gechippt und besitzt einen EU-Heimtierausweis. Alba ist eine sehr aktive und intelligente Hündin, die viel Beschäftigung und Auslastung benötigt. Sie liebt es zu spielen, zu rennen und genießt auch ausgiebige Kuschelstunden. Aufgrund unserer aktuellen Lebensumstände – wir arbeiten beide Vollzeit – können wir ihr leider nicht die Zeit und Aufmerksamkeit geben, die sie braucht. Zudem planen wir in naher Zukunft ein Baby. Da Alba in der Vergangenheit bereits öfters gebissen hat, machen wir uns Sorgen um mögliche Risiken im Zusammenleben mit einem kleinen Kind. Um ihr und auch uns eine stressfreie und sichere Lösung zu ermöglichen, haben wir uns schweren Herzens dazu entschieden, ein neues Zuhause für Alba zu suchen. Wenn Sie hundeerfahren sind und Interesse an Alba haben rufen Sie uns unter der Tel.: an

Size

Small

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇩🇪Melle

Shelter

Tierheim Melle

Living with Alba

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✓Microchipped

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About Alba

What life with Alba looks like

Alba is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Melle in Melle.

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 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 Alba, answered.

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