How do I contact the shelter about Blu?

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

Can I adopt Blu if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Geldern 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 Blu 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 Blu 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 Tierheim Geldern early rather than rehoming privately; they know Blu 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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Blu

Mixed Breed · Male

Blu. Breed: Mix. Gender: Male. Age: *6.6.23. Living conditions: Not specified. Identification: Blu is being rehomed through the association "ein Herz für Streuner." The text is from the association. The dog is currently with us. Blu needs a family that can provide security and stability. He needs people by his side who can give him the necessary sense of security and show him how our world works. At 1.5 years old, he often appears aimless and lost. An experienced foster home would also be great for this handsome male dog. Blu is enthusiastic about learning new things and has a lot of fun doing so. He is a clever boy and, in addition to physical exercise, also requires mental stimulation. For Blu, we are looking for very dog-experienced people who are active. Blu is a sporty mixed-breed male dog and has a good size of about 45 cm. This handsome male dog is looking for a training-oriented family that has the desire and time to work on his issues under the guidance of a positive reinforcement trainer. We will support you in choosing the trainer and dog training classes. In the apartment, he is quiet and rarely barks. He is accustomed to everyday noises and travels without problems in the car. Blu does not like to be left alone and wants to be included in everything. His training topics include strong resource guarding (especially with food), being alone, and dealing with fellow animals and strangers. He often tries to solve situations with "attack is the best defense," but he can learn to rely on his people and develop better strategies. So far, he has found little support from his people and solved his problems in this way on his own. For Blu, we are looking for a family or foster home without children, cats, and small pets. Blu is looking for a quiet home without much visiting. A single person or a maximum two-person household would be just right for Blu. He is like a tree without roots, swaying in the wind, and he needs solid ground to grow on. Blu is vaccinated, dewormed, and has an EU pet passport. He will only be rehomed after a positive reference check. Who would like to give Blu a chance? Blu would also be happy to accept a foster placement! Visits can be arranged by appointment. Emergency animal: No. Found animal: No. Mediated:

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Blu. Rasse: Mix. Geschlecht: männlichAlter: *6.6.23Haltung: keine AngabenKennung:Blu wird über den Verein "ein Herz für Streuner" vermittelt. Der Text stammt vom Verein. Der Hund befindet sich vorerst bei uns.Blu braucht eine Familie, die ihm Geborgenheit und Stabilität bietet.Er benötigt Menschen an seiner Seite, die ihm die nötige Sicherheit vermitteln und ihm zeigen, wie unsere Welt funktioniert.Mit seinen 1,5 Jahren wirkt er oft haltlos und verloren. Auch eine erfahrene Pflegestelle wäre großartig für den hübschen Rüden.Blu lernt begeistert Neues und hat großen Spaß daran. Er ist ein cleverer Bursche und benötigt neben körperlicher Auslastung auch geistige Beschäftigung.Für Blu suchen wir sehr hundeerfahrene Menschen, die aktiv sind. Blu ist ein sportlicher Mischlingsrüde und hat eine gute Größe von ca. 45 cm.Der hübsche Rüde sucht eine trainingsaffine Familie, die Lust und auch die Zeit haben mit ihm unter Anleitung eines positiv arbeitenden Trainers an seinen Baustellen zu arbeiten.Wir unterstützen bei der Wahl des Trainers und der Hundeschule.In der Wohnung ist er ruhig und bellt kaum. An Alltagsgeräusche ist er gewöhnt und fährt problemlos im Auto mit.Blu bleibt ungern allein und möchte immer dabei sein. Seine Trainingsthemen sind eine starke Ressourcen-Verteidigung (vor allem bei Futter), allein bleiben und der Umgang mit Artgenossen und fremden Menschen.Er versucht oft, Situationen durch „Angriff ist die beste Verteidigung“ zu lösen, kann aber lernen, sich auf seine Menschen zu verlassen und bessere Strategien zu entwickeln.Bisher hat er kaum Rückhalt bei seinen Menschen gefunden und löste seine Probleme auf diese Art selbst.Wir suchen für Blu eine Familie oder Pflegestelle ohne Kinder, Katzen und Kleintiere.Blu sucht ein ruhiges Zuhause, ohne viel Besuch. Eine Einzelperson oder max. ein Zweipersonen-Haushalt wäre genau das richtige für Blu.Er ist wie ein Baum ohne Wurzeln, der im Wind schwankt, und er braucht einen festen Boden, auf dem er wachsen kann.Blu ist geimpft, entwurmt, entflöht und besitzt einen EU-Heimtierausweis. Er wird nur nach positiver Vorkontrolle gegen eine Schutzgebühr von 500 Euro vermittelt.Wer mag Blu eine Chance geben? Einen Pflegestellenplatz würde Blu auch gern annehmen! Besucht werden kann er auch nach Absprache.Notfalltier: NeinFundtier: NeinVermittelt: Neinzurück

Size

Large

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Geldern

Shelter

Tierheim Geldern

Living with Blu

✓Vaccinated
✕Good with kids

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Blu home

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About Blu

What life with Blu looks like

Blu is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Geldern in Geldern.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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 Blu, answered.

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