How do I contact the shelter about Odin?

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

Can I adopt Odin if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Pföttchenretter mit Herz 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 Odin 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 Odin 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 Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Odin 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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Odin

Male

neutered: No Rasse: Akbas (Herdenschutzhund) compatibility with others: Vertragic; Cats: Kann nicht getestet werden. Current location: Auffangstation Istanbul (Turkey) Odin was picked up without a owner in a small village. He shows himself at the Auffangstation as calm and self-assured. We only place this breed with experienced owners. A home and a securely fenced yard are a prerequisite for this. To the caretakers, he is friendly and not intrusive. The Akbas breed is described as brave and loyal. Generally, these dogs are reserved. However, they are also very attentive and independent. An Akbaş can be very quick and enduring. Like many other Herdenschutzhunde, he can easily jump a man-high fence. The Akbas resembles the Kangal but is genetically distinct from it. Akbas are additionally characterized by their ability to make independent decisions, especially in their traditional role as Herdenschutzhunde. Due to their strongly developed protective instinct and independence, they require clear leadership, which can make them demanding in terms of husbandry. Despite their reserve towards strangers, they develop a deep bond with their family and show a gentle nature towards familiar people.

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Kastriert: Noch nicht Rasse: Akbas (Herdenschutzhund) Verträglichkeit: Verträglich; Katzen: Kann nicht getestet werden. Derzeitiger Aufenthaltsort: Auffangstation Istanbul (Türkei) Odin wurde ohne Besitzer in einem kleinen Dorf aufgegriffen. Er zeigt sich in der Auffangstation als ruhig und selbstbewusst. Wir vermitteln diese Rasse nur in erfahrene Hände. Ein Haus sowie ein hundesicher eingezäuntes Grundstück sind Voraussetzung hierfür. Zu den Pflegern ist er freundlich und nicht aufdringlich. Die Rasse Akbas wird als mutig und treu beschrieben. Im Allgemeinen sind diese Hunde zurückhaltend. Sie sind aber auch sehr aufmerksam und unabhängig. Ein Akbaş kann sehr schnell und ausdauernd sein. Wie viele andere Herdenschutzhunde auch kann er mühelos einen mannshohen Zaun überspringen. Der Akbas ähnelt dem Kangal, ist jedoch genetisch von diesem klar abzugrenzen. Akbas zeichnen sich zusätzlich durch ihre Fähigkeit aus, eigenständig Entscheidungen zu treffen, insbesondere in ihrer traditionellen Rolle als Herdenschutzhunde. Aufgrund ihres stark ausgeprägten Schutzinstinkts und ihrer Unabhängigkeit benötigen sie eine klare Führung, was sie mitunter anspruchsvoll in der Haltung macht. Trotz ihrer Reserviertheit gegenüber Fremden entwickeln sie eine tiefe Bindung zu ihrer Familie und zeigen ein sanftes Wesen im Umgang mit vertrauten Menschen.

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🇩🇪Leichlingen

Shelter

Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V.

Living with Odin

✓Neutered

Cared for by Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. · Leichlingen

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Odin home

What you'll need for Odin in week one.

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About Odin

What life with Odin looks like

Odin is a adult dog waiting at Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. in Leichlingen.

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.

Leichlingen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Odin, answered.

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