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Dolfy

Mixed Breed · Male

Dolfy is a very active puppy, who is totally playful and loves to play with the dogs living there, especially his dog friend Karsi. He already walks well on a leash and has already learned some basic commands, such as coming when called, well. However, there is still some catching up needed in terms of dog ABC for this willing male dog. However, his friendly, lively and simply great character charms immediately. The puppy is an absolute water rat, he can never get enough of it. He is already house-trained and also driving in the car is no problem for him. The people-oriented and friendly young dog is a real cuddle bug and loves cuddles. Dolfy is looking for a home with adventurous, loving people, who will keep him busy, also allow social contacts with other dogs and attend dog training classes with him so that he gains more confidence. Another fellow animal may already be present. He likes children, but these should be somewhat older and steady in the household due to his size.

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Dolfy ist ein sehr aktiver Junghund, der total verspielt ist und gerne mit den dort lebenden Hunden tobt, ganz besonders seinem Hundekumpel Karsi. Er läuft bereits prima an der Leine und hat auch inzwischen schon einige Grundkommandos, wie zB das Abrufen, gut gelernt. Ein bisschen Nachholbedarf in punkto Hunde-ABC ist allerdings noch bei dem lernwilligen Rüden vorhanden. Sein freundliches, lebhaftes und einfach tolles Wesen bezaubert jedoch sofort. Der Hundebub ist eine absolute Wasserratte, davon kann er nicht zu viel bekommen. Stubenrein ist er bereits und auch das Autofahren macht ihm keine Probleme. Der menschenbezogene und freundliche Jungrüde ist eine richtige Schmusebacke und liebt Streicheleinheiten. Dolfy sucht ein Zuhause bei unternehmungsfreudigen, liebevollen Menschen, die ihn beschäftigen, auch soziale Kontakte zu anderen Hunden ermöglichen und mit ihm eine Hundeschule besuchen, damit er mehr Sicherheit bekommt. Ein weiterer Artgenosse darf gerne bereits vorhanden sein. Kinder findet er toll, allerdings sollten diese im Haushalt auf Grund seiner Größe schon etwas älter und standfest sein.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
Living with Dolfy
  • House-trained
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · LaufLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Dolfy home

What you'll need for Dolfy in week one.

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  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 Dolfy

What life with Dolfy looks like

Dolfy is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

An 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 Dolfy, answered.

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