How do I contact the shelter about Balou?

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

Can I adopt Balou if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — TERRA MATER e.V. Tierauffangstation Lustadt 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 Balou 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 Balou 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 TERRA MATER e.V. Tierauffangstation Lustadt early rather than rehoming privately; they know Balou 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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Balou

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 3 years

Balou active snuggle buddy with Terrier-power Seeking experienced home Balou is a ca. 3-year-old Terrier-Mix who wins hearts immediately with his open and people-oriented nature. He loves the contact with his trusted people, enjoys snuggling for his life, and quickly builds trust with humans. Typical Terrier, Balou is very agile, full of energy, and movement-loving. He needs people who can set clear boundaries and guide him safely. Balou is still at the beginning of his training and requires further intensive training to fully realize his potential. With the right guidance and consistency, however, he will become a great lifelong companion. Due to his temperament, Balou will only be rehomed with dog-experienced people who can provide him with the necessary structure. A house with an enclosed yard is a prerequisite – an apartment living situation is not suitable for him. Balou is vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered and is ready to move into his new home. Who gives this charming energy bundle the chance at a loving, active home? For inquiries about Balou, contact TERRA MATER e.V. animal shelter Guben Vorderes Klosterfeld 1 03172 Guben E-Mail: Please note: Starting November 1, 2025, new opening hours! Monday and Thursday: Closed for public visits (appointments by arrangement) Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 14:00 to 16:30 (including holidays; except Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve). Do not hesitate to leave a message on our answering machine. Leave your contact information and your concern. Our team will call you back promptly. Help | Search | Find Please visit us on Facebook Refer Balou to a friend Facebook Twitter Email Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Animal Placement Why adopt a pet from the animal shelter? Adopting a pet from the animal shelter means giving a pet a second chance. 💕 Additionally, our animals are socialized, house-trained, and medically cared for.

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Balou aktiver Schmusekumpel mit Terrier-Power Über Balou Balou – aktiver Schmusekumpel mit Terrier-Power sucht erfahrenes Zuhause Balou ist ein ca. 3 Jahre alter Terrier-Mix, der mit seiner offenen und menschenbezogenen Art sofort die Herzen erobert. Er liebt den Kontakt zu seinen Bezugspersonen, kuschelt für sein Leben gern und fasst schnell Vertrauen zu Menschen. Typisch Terrier ist Balou sehr agil, bewegungsfreudig und voller Energie. Er braucht Menschen, die ihm klare Grenzen setzen und ihn sicher führen können. Balou steht noch am Anfang seiner Erziehung und benötigt weiterhin intensives Training, um sein Potenzial voll zu entfalten. Mit der richtigen Anleitung und Konsequenz wird er jedoch ein toller Begleiter fürs Leben. Aufgrund seines Temperaments wird Balou ausschließlich an hundeerfahrene Menschen vermittelt, die ihm die nötige Struktur geben können. Ein Haus mit eingezäuntem Grundstück ist Voraussetzung – eine reine Wohnungshaltung kommt für ihn nicht infrage. Balou ist geimpft, gechipt und kastriert und bereit, in sein neues Zuhause zu ziehen. Wer gibt diesem charmanten Energiebündel die Chance auf ein liebevolles, aktives Zuhause? Ihr Ansprechpartner für Balou TERRA MATER e.V. Tierheim Guben Vorderes Klosterfeld 1 03172 Guben E-Mail: Öffnungszeiten: Bitte beachten: Ab 01. November 2025 neue Öffnungszeiten! Montag und Donnerstag: Für Publikumsverkehr geschlossen (Termine nach Vereinbarung) Dienstag, Mittwoch, Freitag, Samstag und Sonntag: 14:00 Uhr bis 16:30 Uhr (auch an Feiertagen; außer Heiligabend und Silvester). Bitte scheuen Sie sich nicht auf unseren Anrufbeantworter zu sprechen. Hinterlassen Sie Ihre Kontaktdaten und Ihr Anliegen. Unser Team ruft Sie gern und umgehend zurück. Helfen | Suchen | Finden Bitte besuchen Sie uns bei Facebook Zurück Empfehlen Sie Balou weiter Facebook Twitter E-mail Häufig gestellte Fragen FAQ Tiervermittlung Warum ein Tier aus dem Tierheim adoptieren? Ein Tier aus dem Tierheim zu adoptieren bedeutet, einem Tier eine zweite Chance zu geben. 💕 Darüber hinaus sind unserer Tiere sozialisiert, stubenrein und tierärztlich versorgt.👉 Jetzt Tier adoptieren Wie viele Tiere habt ihr in der

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Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

TERRA MATER e.V. Tierauffangstation Lustadt

Living with Balou

✓House-trained
✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Balou

What life with Balou looks like

Balou is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at TERRA MATER e.V. Tierauffangstation Lustadt in Germany.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇩🇪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 Balou, answered.

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