How do I contact the shelter about Buddy?

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 Buddy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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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Buddy

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

December 2022 | 60cm | 26kg | Animal Shelter on Rhodes Gentle cuddly bear looking for his home ❤️ Buddy was born in December 2022 and has already been living in the animal shelter for a long time. Although life in the animal shelter is nothing unusual for Buddy, he is one of the dogs that suffer more than others. The noises, the noise and the lack of stimulation in the shelter are a big burden for him. Buddy is a big dog, trapped in the body of a Chihuahua. He enjoys the closeness to people very much and also shows himself as very friendly outside the shelter. It can be seen that he calms down outside the shelter and really enjoys it. Here he likes to lie in the sun and sniff through the grass. ❤️ Due to his size, he naturally has strength, which with some leash training will probably work quickly 😊 Buddy is not a "leash puller", but rather enjoys the environment and the associated impressions. He now walks on the leash quite relaxed and shows himself very satisfied as soon as he can explore the world. Buddy shows himself as an active dog who would give everything for walks and treats. 🐾 We can imagine that a visit to the dog school would be a lot of fun for him and his new people, strengthen the bond and only be beneficial. Buddy is a very nice companion who has been waiting too long for his forever home. 🥺 PAW HEROES e.V. Email: © 2022 PAW HEROES e.V. – All Rights Reserved.

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*Dezember 2022 | 60cm | 26kg | Tierheim auf Rhodos Sanfter Schmusebär auf der Suche nach seinem Zuhause ❤️ Buddy ist ungefähr im Dezember 2022 geboren und lebt schon lange im Tierheim. Für Buddy ist das Leben im Tierheim zwar nichts ungewöhnliches, jedoch ist Buddy einer der Hunde, die mehr als Andere leiden. Die Geräusche, der Lärm und auch die Unterforderung im Tierheim sind für ihn eine große Last. Buddy ist ein großer Hund, gefangen im Körper eines Chihuahua. Er genießt die Nähe zu Menschen sehr und zeigt sich auch außerhalb des Tierheims als sehr freundlich. Man merkt, dass er außerhalb des Tierheims zur Ruhe kommt und diese auch deutlich genießt. Hier liegt er super gerne in der Sonne und schnüffelt sich durchs Gras. ❤️ Mit seiner Größe hat er natürlich Kraft, was mit etwas Leinentraining aber vermutlich schnell klappt 😊 Buddy ist kein „Leinenzerrer“, sondern genießt die Umwelt und die dazugehörigen Eindrücke sehr. Mittlerweile geht er an der Leine recht entspannt und zeigt sich sehr zufrieden sobald er die Welt entdecken kann. Buddy zeigt sich als aktiver Rüde, der für Spaziergänge und Leckerlies alles geben würde. 🐾 Wir können uns sehr gut vorstellen, dass ein Besuch in der Hundeschule sowohl für ihn, als auch für seine neuen Menschen viel Spaß machen würde, die Bindung stärken würde und nur von Vorteil sein kann. Buddy ist er ein sehr toller Begleiter, der schon viel zu lange auf sein Für – Immer – Zuhause wartet. 🥺 PAW HEROES e.V. E-Mail: © 2022 PAW HEROES e.V. – All Rights Reserved.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

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About Buddy

What life with Buddy looks like

Buddy is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at og:image in Germany.

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 Buddy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Buddy?: 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 Buddy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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.