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Aretha

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

This “Lady in black” is not only a beauty but also simply wonderful in character. She loves people more than anything and would most like to be with her “two-leggeds” all the time. Unfortunately, that is not possible in the animal shelter, so it is all the more important to find her a nice home with people who love Aretha as much as she will love them. Of Aretha’s life story, only this is known: she lived with her puppies on a somewhat remote construction site near Bucharest. There, she was regularly fed by locals. Animal welfare workers could only save Aretha and one puppy. The hope is that the other puppies were taken in by families from the surrounding area. The animal protectors immediately knew what a dream dog Aretha is: absolutely charming with people, very friendly to other dogs, very eager to learn, and very intelligent. So she came immediately into the socialization program of the animal shelter, where she supports insecure dogs in becoming more secure. She “coaches” two shy male dogs at the moment by showing them courage, confidence, and self-assurance. For Aretha, a dream would come true if she could live with a family with larger, understanding children (she is strong and has plenty of energy) or with a couple or a single person with time to enjoy outdoor activities with Aretha. Exercise and activity are important for Aretha, so a garden to play in would be wonderful in her new home. Also, learning and training sessions would make Aretha very happy. Currently, she is learning to walk on a leash. Although the Mediterranean test was unfortunately not positive, she is physically exceptionally fit and appears healthy. Aretha is a female dog who is so pleasant to be around that one simply wants to be with her and can “steal horses” (please take this figuratively!).

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Diese „Lady in black“ ist nicht nur eine Schönheit, sondern auch charakterlich einfach nur wundervoll. Sie liebt Menschen über alles und möchte am liebsten nur mit „ihren“ Zweibeinern zusammen sein. Das ist im Tierheim leider nicht möglich, deshalb ist es umso wichtiger, ganz bald ein schönes Zuhause mit Menschen zu finden, die Aretha ebenso lieben, wie sie sie lieben wird. Von Arethas Lebensgeschichte ist nur bekannt, dass sie zusammen mit ihren Welpen auf einer etwas abgelegenen Baustelle in der Nähe von Bukarest lebte. Dort wurde sie von Ortsansässigen regelmäßig gefüttert. Tierschützer konnten nur Aretha und einen Welpen retten. Die Hoffnung ist, dass die anderen Welpen von Familien aus der Umgebung aufgenommen wurden. Den Tierschützern war sofort klar, was für ein Traumhund Aretha ist: absolut liebenswürdig zu Menschen, sehr freundlich zu anderen Hunden, sehr lernwillig und sehr intelligent. So kam sie sofort in das Sozialisierungsprogramm des Tierheims, wo sie ängstliche, unsichere Hunde darin unterstützt, sicherer zu werden. So „coacht“ sie momentan zwei schüchterne Rüden, indem sie ihnen Mut, Zutraulichkeit und Selbstbewusstsein vorlebt. Für Aretha würde ein Traum in Erfüllung gehen, wenn sie bei einer Familie mit größeren, verständnisvollen Kindern leben dürfte (sie ist kräftig und durchaus ein Hund mit Energie) oder auch bei einem Paar oder einer Einzelperson mit Zeit, die Freude an Unternehmungen in der Natur mit Aretha haben. Bewegung und Aktivität ist für Aretha wichtig, deshalb wäre in ihrem neuen Zuhause ein Garten zum Toben herrlich. Auch Lern- und Trainingseinheiten würden Aretha viel Spaß machen. Momentan lernt sie an der Leine zu laufen. Obwohl der Mittelmeertest leider nicht nur negativ war, ist sie körperlich außerordentlich fit und sie wirkt gesund. Aretha ist eine Hündin, die so angenehm ist, dass man einfach mit ihr zusammen sein will und mit der man „Pferde stehlen kann“ (bitte nur sprichwörtlich nehmen!).

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Aretha
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Europa · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Aretha home

What you'll need for Aretha 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 Aretha

What life with Aretha looks like

Aretha is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Aretha, answered.

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