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Adopt Argos

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

General Name: Argos Gender: male dog neutered: Yes, in travel arrangements neutered Born approximately: 2016 Size approximately: 55cm Accommodation: Shelter in Sighetu since February 2026 Sponsors: No Reserved: No Character Argos appears in the shelter as a quiet, unobtrusive character. His caretakers describe him as a very friendly male dog. Although he is not the youngest anymore, he surely has several years ahead of him to enrich his family. He gets along well with other animals. A compatibility with cats can be tested. Past Nothing is known about his past. He probably comes from the street or was abandoned there. Notes The parent animals are unknown, so no information can be provided about the included breeds.

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Allgemein Name: Argos Geschlecht: Rüde Kastriert: Bei Ausreise kastriert Geboren ca. : 2016 Größe ca. : 55cm Aufenthaltsort: Shelter in Sighetu seit Februar 2026 Paten: nein reserviert: nein Charakter Argos zeigt sich im shelter als ruhiger unauffälliger Charakter. Seine Pflegerinnen beschreiben ihn als sehr freundlichen Rüden. Er ist zwar nicht mehr der Jüngste, aber hat bestimmt noch einige Jahre vor sich, die er seine Familie bereichern kann. Mit Artgenossen verträgt er sich gut. Eine Verträglichkeit mit Katzen kann getestet werden. Vergangenheit Über die Vergangenheit ist uns nichts bekannt. Vermutlich kommt er von der Straße oder wurde dort ausgesetzt. Hinweise Die Elterntiere sind nicht bekannt, sodass zu den enthaltenen Rassen keine Auskunft gegeben werden kann.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Dorsten
Shelter
Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V.
Living with Argos
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
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Bringing Argos home

What you'll need for Argos 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
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    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 Argos

What life with Argos looks like

Argos is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. in Dorsten.

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 Argos, answered.

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