How do I contact the shelter about Benji?

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

Can I adopt Benji if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — og:image 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 Benji 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 Benji 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 og:image early rather than rehoming privately; they know Benji 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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Benji

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Benji is a friendly and lively 55cm tall, 25kg male dog who came to the Rhodos Animal Shelter with his brothers as puppies. He quickly found a home but was returned to the shelter because the landlords of his former owners did not allow dogs. Unfortunately, this new home only lasted for a few days. Benji is a dog that immediately wins your heart due to his good mood and lively nature. He is people-oriented, very cuddly, active, and very friendly to both adults and children. Even with visitors who have children, Benji is a true treasure. ✨ Currently, he lives together with Oreo, Ida, Lisa, and another female dog, showing himself to be very compatible here. Together they play, cuddle, and spend time in the sun.☀️ Outside of the shelter, Benji is not interested in cats so far. Therefore, we can easily imagine a household where there are already cats. Benji knows how to go for walks and shows himself as a calm and open male who wants to discover the world and experience more adventures. We can imagine Benji as the perfect companion for everyday life - both with other dogs, cats, and children!💙 Who will give this male dog a forever home where he can arrive and learn? PAW HEROES e.V. E-mail: © 2022 PAW HEROES e.V. – All Rights Reserved.

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*Dezember 2023 | 55cm | 25kg | Tierheim Rhodos Benji kam wie viele andere gemeinsam mit seinen Brüdern als Welpe ins Shelter. Dort fand er schnell ein zu Hause, wurde aber noch einmal zurück ins Shelter gebracht, weil die Vermieter der ehemaligen Besitzer doch keine Hunde erlaubt haben. Leider hielt das neue Zuhause also nur ein paar Tage an. Benji ist durch seine gute Laune und aufgeweckte Art ein Hund, der einem direkt ans Herz wächst. Er ist menschenbezogen, total verkuschelt, aktiv und sehr freundlich zu Groß und Klein. Auch bei Besuchern, die Kinder dabei haben, ist Benji ein wahrer Schatz. ✨ Derzeit lebt er gemeinsam mit Oreo, Ida, Lisa und einer weiteren Hündin zusammen und zeigt sich hier sehr verträglich. Gemeinsam wird gespielt, gekuschelt und vorallem die Zeit in der Sonne verbracht.☀️ Außerhalb des Shelters interessieren Benji Katzen bisher nicht. Daher können wir uns ein Haushalt, in dem bereits Katzen leben, sehr gut vorstellen🐱 Benji kennt das Spazieren gehen und zeigt sich hier als ruhiger und offener Rüde, der die Welt entdecken möchte und noch einige Abenteuer erleben möchte. Wir können uns Benji als perfekten Begleiter für den Alltag vorstellen- sowohl mit anderen Hunden, Katzen, als auch mit Kindern!💙 Wer schenkt dem Rüden ein Für-Immer-Zuhause, in dem er ankommen und lernen darf? PAW HEROES e.V. E-Mail: © 2022 PAW HEROES e.V. – All Rights Reserved.

Size

Small

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

og:image

Living with Benji

✓Good with kids

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About Benji

What life with Benji looks like

Benji is a small young adult mixed breed dog waiting at og:image 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 Benji, answered.

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