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Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 4 months

Cindy is a small, cheerful little girl dog with an open and lively personality. She’s curious, playful, and very affectionate toward people. Everything is still new to her, and she wants to discover the world step by step. Further information isn’t available yet—but one thing is certain: Cindy longs for a loving home where she can grow up and be happy. 🐾💛 Glück für Pfoten e.V. – The path to a new life – Phone and email: including safety harness. Since we work full-time, we may only be able to get back to you several hours later. It’s best to contact the above-mentioned adopter coordinator in writing first (via email or WhatsApp) and ask them to call you back (please don’t forget to include your phone number if needed). Please be patient! Our rescues travel with TRACES documentation and are rehomed exclusively within Germany (nationwide). If you’re interested in adopting a dog and live in a rental property, please arrange a written confirmation from your landlord stating that keeping (an additional or new) dog is permitted. We only place dogs in homes without elevators up to the second floor maximum, to prevent health-related issues.

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Cindy ist ein kleines, fröhliches Hundemädchen mit einem offenen und aufgeweckten Wesen. Sie zeigt sich neugierig, verspielt und dem Menschen gegenüber sehr zugewandt. Alles ist noch neu für sie und sie möchte Schritt für Schritt die Welt entdecken. Weitere Informationen liegen aktuell noch nicht vor – doch eines ist sicher: Cindy wünscht sich ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie groß werden und glücklich sein darf. 🐾💛 Glück für Pfoten e.V. – Der Weg in ein neues Leben – Tel. und WhatsApp: Mail: Schutzgebühr: 410 € inkl. Sicherheitsgeschirr Da wir berufstätig sind, können wir uns u. U. erst einige Stunden später bei Ihnen zurückmelden. Am besten kontaktieren Sie die o. g. Vermittlerin zunächst schriftlich (per E-Mail oder WhatsApp) und bitten um Rückruf (ggf. Mitteilung der Telefonnummer nicht vergessen). Bitte haben Sie etwas Geduld! Unsere Schützlinge reisen mit Traces und werden ausschließlich nach Deutschland (deutschlandweit) vermittelt. Insofern Sie sich für einen Hund bewerben möchten und zur Miete leben, organisieren Sie bitte eine schriftliche Vermieterbescheinigung darüber, dass die Haltung eines (weiteren oder neuen) Hundes erlaubt ist. Wir vermitteln Hunde, insofern kein Fahrstuhl vorhanden ist, maximal ins 2. OG, um gesundheitlichen Einschränkungen vorzubeugen. Im Rahmen der

Size
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪Dortmund
Shelter
Glück für Pfoten e.V.
Living with Cindy
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Cared for by Glück für Pfoten e.V. · DortmundLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Cindy home

What you'll need for Cindy in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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
  4. 04

    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 Cindy

What life with Cindy looks like

Cindy is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Glück für Pfoten e.V. in Dortmund.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Cindy, answered.

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