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Aya

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Aya – where proud elegance meets deep loyalty → Breed: German Shepherd→ Gender: female→ Born: 2017 → Size: 60cm, 28kg→ Neutered: yes→ Vaccinated: yes→ Chip: yes→ Compatible with: male dogs and female dogs by affinity→ Incompatible with: unknownDescription: The first time someone sees Aya, they can't help but stop: Her deep black fur, now slightly tinged with a gentle silver sheen, speaks quietly of the years behind her. It gives her a certain dignity, almost mysterious – an aura that few dogs possess. But the true gift becomes clear when you get to know her. For behind the elegant exterior lies a female dog who loves nothing more than the company of humans. Aya is a German Shepherd mix, and even though she is not a purebred, she carries the unmistakable magic of these dogs within her. German Shepherds are intelligent, sensitive, loyal, and full of devotion – and all of this is embodied by Aya in her own gentle way. She is attentive, people-oriented, seeks contact, and wants to belong. For her, happiness means being part of a family and protecting it with her heart. But Aya brings more than just her essence; she also brings her story. Eight years of life in a kennel have left their mark: due to insufficient movement, her muscle tone has significantly diminished, and it still takes effort for her to move freely and powerfully. But her gaze reveals that she does not want to give up.

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Aya – wo stolze Eleganz auf tiefe Treue trifft → Rasse: Schäferhund→ Geschlecht: weiblich→ Geboren: 2017 → Grösse: 60cm, 28kg→ Kastriert: ja→ Geimpft: ja→ Kennzeichnung: Chip→ Verträglich mit: Rüden und Hündinnen nach Sympathie→ Unverträglich mit: unbekanntBeschreibung: Wer Aya zum ersten Mal sieht, bleibt unweigerlich stehen: Ihr tiefschwarzes Fell, das inzwischen von einem ganz leichten, silbrigen Schimmer durchzogen ist, erzählt still von den Jahren, die hinter ihr liegen. Es verleiht ihr etwas Würdevolles, beinahe geheimnisvolles – eine Ausstrahlung, die nur wenige Hunde besitzen. Doch das wahre Geschenk zeigt sich, wenn man sie näher kennenlernt. Denn hinter der eleganten Hülle lebt eine Hündin, die nichts mehr liebt als die Nähe zum Menschen. Aya ist eine Schäferhund-Mischlingsdame, und auch wenn sie nicht reinrassig ist, trägt sie den unverwechselbaren Zauber dieser Hunde in sich. Schäferhunde sind klug, feinfühlig, loyal und voller Hingabe – und all das verkörpert Aya in ihrer ganz eigenen, sanften Art. Sie ist aufmerksam, menschenbezogen, sucht den Kontakt und möchte dazugehören. Für sie bedeutet Glück, Teil einer Familie zu sein und diese mit ihrem Herzen zu beschützen. Doch Aya bringt nicht nur ihr Wesen mit, sondern auch ihre Geschichte. Acht Jahre Zwingerleben haben Spuren hinterlassen: Durch zu wenig Bewegung hat ihre Muskulatur stark abgebaut, und noch fällt es ihr schwer, sich frei und kraftvoll zu bewegen. Aber ihr Blick verrät, dass sie nicht aufgeben will.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Franz von Assisi e.V.
Living with Aya
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Aya home

What you'll need for Aya 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
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    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 Aya

What life with Aya looks like

Aya is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Franz von Assisi e.V. in Germany.

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 Aya, answered.

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