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Adopt Anton

Male · Senior · 11 years

Anton – our sensitive singleton prince is searching for his forever home.🐾 Anton is a true heartbreaker. At first, he shows a reserved demeanor and wants to earn the trust of the people around him. Once he has earned that trust, he transforms into a true cuddle bug, relishing in every pat and pet. He loves to play with his toys and enjoys relaxed walks. While walks with other dogs are okay, he prefers to live as a singleton in everyday life – he can do without close contact with fellow animals. Children should not live in his new home, as he is a more sensitive dog who wants to have his people all to himself. Those who give Anton time to get to know him will be rewarded with a loyal, cuddly companion whose loving nature conquers every heart. Anton is not suitable for children! Dog experience required!

Read original (de)

Anton – unser sensibler Einzelprinz sucht sein Für-Immer-Zuhause.🐾 Anton ist ein echter Herzensbrecher. Anfangs zeigt er sich eher zurückhaltend undmöchte den Menschen in seiner Nähe erst einmal vertrauen. Hat er dieses Vertrauen gefasst,verwandelt er sich in eine wahre Schmusebacke, die jede Streicheleinheit genießt. Er liebt es, mit seinem Spielzeug zu toben und freut sich über entspannte Spaziergänge.Spaziergänge in Gesellschaft anderer Hunde sind für ihn okay, jedoch möchte er im Alltagund Zuhause lieber als Einzelprinz leben – auf engeren Kontakt mit Artgenossen kann er gut verzichten. Kinder sollten in seinem neuen Zuhause nicht leben, da er ein eher sensibler Hund ist,der seine Menschen ganz für sich haben möchte. Wer Anton Zeit gibt, ihn in Ruhe kennenzulernen, wird mit einem treuen, verschmusten Begleiter belohnt,der mit seinem liebevollen Wesen jedes Herz erobert. Anton ist nicht für Kinder geeignet! Hundeerfahrung erforderlich!

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇩🇪Gelsenkirchen
Shelter
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
Living with Anton
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Gelsenkirchen · Gelsenkirchen

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Anton home

What you'll need for Anton in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Anton

What life with Anton looks like

Anton is a senior dog waiting at Tierheim Gelsenkirchen in Gelsenkirchen.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Anton, answered.

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