How do I contact the shelter about Apton?

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

Can I adopt Apton if I live in another country?

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

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 12 years

Apton 🥰 I'm a Maremmano-Abruzzese Shepherd, born around 2014. I was named Benny when I first came to the shelter many years ago (11). Unfortunately, my owner has fallen ill and can no longer care for me 🥺 Now I need a lot of luck to find another home 🍀 The shelter shouldn't be my final destination 😔. I am an old dog... I don't immediately wag my tail at strangers. I want a home with a garden, as that is what I have known all my life... Children should already be grown up... If I get to know people, then I am a big cuddler 😍 For my age, I am still fit 😊 And I am also a handsome fellow ❤️ Maybe there's someone out there who wants to spend the last time with me? 🍀 You should schedule some visits so we can get to know each other 🥰 Please contact us by email: We will then check if we are compatible here on site 🍀❤️ Hopefully very soon, your Apton ❤️ (The description of me is just snapshots from shelter life. I may develop differently in my new home.) Species: Dog Breed: Maremmano-Abruzzese Shepherd Birthdate: Approximately 2014 Color: White-Beige Gender: Male Time at the Shelter: 02/07/2026 Reason for Abandonment: Surrendered animal Vermittling Status: Adoptable Neutered/Unneutered: Unneutered Recommended Dog School: No Requires physical and mental stimulation: Yes Has a hunting instinct: No Stays alone max.: Initially only briefly, later a few hours. Compatible with: No

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Hallo, ich bin Apton 🥰 Vor vielen Jahren ( 11 ) durfte ich vom Tierheim in mein Zuhause ziehen. Damals nannten sie mich hier noch Benny. Leider ist Herrchen jetzt krank geworden und kann sich nicht mehr um mich kümmern 🥺 Jetzt brauche ich gaaaanz viel Glück um nochmal ein letztes Zuhause zu finden 🍀 Das Tierheim soll nicht meine Endstation sein 😔 Ich bin ein Herdenschutzhund und falle natürlich nicht gleich jedem Fremden schwanzwedelend um den Hals…. Ich gehöre schon zum alten Eisen…. Ich möchte gerne ein Zuhause mit Garten haben, denn das kenne ich mein ganzes Leben so… Kinder sollten wenn schon groß sein… Wenn ich Menschen kennengelernt habe, dann bin ich ein großer Schmuser 😍 Für mein Alter bin ich auch noch fit 😊 Und ein hübscher Kerl bin ich auch ❤️ Vielleicht gibt es ja irgendwo jemanden, der noch die letzte Zeit mit mir verbringen möchte? 🍀 Ihr solltet ein paar Besuchstermine einplanen, damit wir uns kennenlernen können 🥰 Meldet Euch gerne per Mail: Und wir schauen dann hier vor Ort, ob wir zueinander passen 🍀❤️ Bis hoffentlich gaaaaanz bald, Euer Apton ❤️ (Die Beschreibung von mir sind nur Momentaufnahmen aus dem Tierheimalltag. Ich kann mich im neuen Zuhause auch ganz anders entwickeln.) Tierart:Hund. Rasse:Maremmen-Abruzzen-Schäferhund. Geboren am:ca. 2014. Farbe:Weiß-Beige. Geschlecht:MännlichIm Tierheim seit:02.07.2026Abgabegrund:AbgabetierVermittlungsstatus:Vermittelbar Kastriert/Unkastriert:UnkastriertHundeschule empfohlen:NeinBraucht körperliche + geistige Auslastung:JaHat Jagdtrieb:NeinBleibt alleine max.:Zur Anfangszeit nur kurz, später ein paar Stunden. Verträglich mit:NeinNotfall:NeinVermittelt am:Noch nicht vermittelt

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 12 years

Location

🇩🇪Wetzlar

Shelter

Tierheim Wetzlar

Living with Apton

✓Neutered
✓Good with kids

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Bringing Apton home

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About Apton

What life with Apton looks like

Apton is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Wetzlar in Wetzlar.

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 Apton, answered.

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