How do I contact the shelter about Apollo?

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

Can I adopt Apollo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Neu-Amerika 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 Apollo 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 Apollo 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 Neu-Amerika early rather than rehoming privately; they know Apollo 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 Apollo

Great Dane · Male · Senior · 11 years

Breed: German Shepherd Gender: male born: ca. April 2015 Status: available for placement Apollo came to us at the animal shelter after a biting incident. Ruede had not been there long and the previous owner was completely overwhelmed. Apollo is a very insecure dog who has undoubtedly not had the best experiences and reacts very defensively towards strangers. He needs a lot of time and a calm, consistent approach before he can trust. He is attached, friendly, and eager to learn with his trusted people but tries to shield these unfamiliar others. For the rather sensitive Ruede, only people who truly understand dogs and preferably have experience with his breed can offer him an appropriate home with an enclosed yard in a quiet, rural setting. He needs guidance but also a close bond with his people, and in the house, he behaves well and is house-trained. Affection and play are very much enjoyed by him, and we have now accustomed him to wearing a muzzle here at the animal shelter, which he should definitely wear on walks. Anyone who would like to meet the imposing Ruede should plan several visits to the animal shelter, possess the necessary knowledge and responsibility, and be physically capable of handling him. APOLLO LOOKS FOR PATREONS DURING HIS STAY AT THE animal shelter!

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Rasse: Deutsche Dogge Geschlecht: männlich geboren: ca. April 2015 Status: zu vermitteln Apollo kam nach einem Beissvorfall zu uns ins Tierheim. Der Ruede war noch nicht lange dort und der Vorbesitzer voellig ueberfordert. Apollo ist ein sehr unsicherer Hund, der sicherlich nicht nur Gutes erfahren hat und allem Fremden gegenueber sehr ablehnend reagiert. Er braucht viel Zeit sowie einen ruhigen, konsequenten Umgang, bis er vertrauen kann. Seinen Bezugspersonen gegenueber zeigt er sich anhaenglich, freundlich und gelehrig, versucht aber, diese gegenueber anderen nicht vertrauten Personen massiv abzuschirmen. Fuer den durchaus sensiblen Rueden kommen nur Menschen infrage, die wirklich ueber Hundeverstand sowie moeglichst Rasseerfahrung verfuegen und ihm ein ebenerdiges Haus mit eingezaeunten Garten in ruhiger, laendlicher Umgebung bieten koennen. Er braucht Fuehrung, aber auch engen Anschluss zu seinen Menschen, im Haus benimmt er sich gut und ist stubenrein. Zuwendung und Spiel geniesst er sehr, mittlerweile haben wir ihn hier an das Tragen eines Maulkorbes gewoehnt, den er auf Spaziergaengen definitiv tragen sollte. Wer den stattlichen Rueden gern kennenlernen moechte, sollte auf jeden Fall mehrere Besuche im Tierheim einplanen, ueber die noetige Sachkunde und Verantwortung verfuegen und ihm koerperlich auch gewachsen sein. APOLLO SUCHT PATEN FÜR SEINEN AUFENTHALT IM TIERHEIM!

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 11 years

Location

🇩🇪Annaberg-Buchholz

Shelter

Tierheim Neu-Amerika

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About Apollo

What life with Apollo looks like

Apollo is a medium-sized senior great dane dog waiting at Tierheim Neu-Amerika in Annaberg-Buchholz.

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.

Annaberg-Buchholz, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Apollo, answered.

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