How do I contact the shelter about Claus?

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

Can I adopt Claus if I live in another country?

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

Male · Senior · 10 years

I am Claus … an Egyptian mastiff who still isn’t quite sure where to go with myself – and needs a bit more time to settle in. That’s me: new people and new environments initially unsettle me. Changes don’t come easily to me, and I need significantly longer than many other dogs to build trust and adapt to new situations. Once I feel secure, I can develop a close bond with my people. Currently, being alone is very hard for me. Therefore, someone should always be available to me during the initial period, as I otherwise become persistent in barking and overwhelmed by the situation. My new people should therefore have enough time to gently acclimate me to daily life. Additionally, I have spondylitis and coxarthrosis and need to be on a permanent pain therapy. Despite this, I enjoy walks and shared time with my people very much. I wish for … a quiet home with patient people who give me the time I need to settle in – preferably not in the most bustling city area. Hectic environments, constant changes, or long periods of being alone would not benefit me. Especially in the first weeks, someone should be available for me as much as possible. People who understand my physical limitations and can reliably continue my necessary pain therapy would be exactly right for me. For that, you get the chance to have a loyal companion who simply needs a bit more time to open his heart. If you want to give your heart to a sensitive dog, feel free to contact us through the inquiry form below or with a meaningful email.

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Ich bin Claus … ein Pharaonenhund auf der Suche nach dem großen Glück. Im Tierheim bin ich sehr unglücklich und wünsche mir nichts sehnlicher, als endlich wieder meine(n) eigene(n) Menschen. Das bin ich: Neue Menschen und Umgebungen verunsichern mich erst einmal etwas. Wenn ich mich aber sicher fühle, entwickle ich eine enge Bindung zu meinen Menschen und schmuse auch total gern. Pharaonenhunde sind sensible Jäger – intelligent, feinfühlig und sportlich. Ich bin rassetypisch sehr aufmerksam, gelehrig und bewegungsfreudig. Ein Traum von Hund im richtigen Zuhause. Allein bleiben fällt mir aktuell noch sehr schwer. Gerade in der ersten Zeit sollte deshalb möglichst immer jemand bei mir sein können, da ich sonst belle und mit der Situation überfordert bin. Meine neuen Menschen sollten also ausreichend Zeit haben, mich behutsam an den Alltag heranzuführen. Außerdem habe ich Spondylosen und Coxarthrosen und brauche deshalb dauerhaft eine Schmerzmitteltherapie. Trotzdem genieße ich Spaziergänge und gemeinsame Zeit mit meinen Menschen sehr. Ich wünsche mir … ein ruhiges Zuhause bei geduldigen Menschen, die mir die Zeit geben, die ich zum Ankommen brauche – am besten nicht in der trubeligsten Stadtgegend. Dafür bekommt ihr die Chance auf einen treuen Begleiter. Wenn du einem sensiblen Hund dein Herz schenken möchtest, melde dich doch gern über das Anfrageformular unten – ich freue mich schon!

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇩🇪Berlin

Shelter

Tierheim Berlin

Living with Claus

✓Good with kids

Cared for by Tierheim Berlin · Berlin

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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Claus home

What you'll need for Claus in week one.

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About Claus

What life with Claus looks like

Claus is a medium-sized senior dog waiting at Tierheim Berlin in Berlin.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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.

Berlin, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Claus, answered.

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