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Dachshund · Female · Young · 3 years

DOROTHY 3 years old • about 10 kg • Dachshund Mix • Hungary She was rescued from a kill shelter and is currently living in a holding facility in Hungary – where she is now waiting for her second chance. Dorothy is a very loving, gentle, and friendly female dog who gets along well with other dogs. Initially, she is a bit shy and reserved, but with a little patience and empathy, she quickly shows her gentle and affectionate side. Dorothy is curious, active, and eager to explore the world. She doesn't know much yet, but she is absolutely ready to learn and has a great willingness to learn. With loving guidance, she will develop into a wonderful companion. Who will give this special female dog a forever home?

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DOROTHY 3 Jahre alt • ca. 10 kg • Dackel Mix • Ungarn Sie wurde aus der Tötungsstation gerettet und lebt aktuell in einer Auffangstation in Ungarn – wo sie nun auf ihre zweite Chance wartet. Dorothy ist eine sehr liebevolle, zarte und freundliche Hündin, die sich gut mit anderen Hunden versteht. Anfangs ist sie noch etwas schüchtern und zurückhaltend, doch mit ein wenig Geduld und Einfühlungsvermögen zeigt sie schnell ihre sanfte und anhängliche Seite. Dorothy ist neugierig, aktiv und möchte die Welt entdecken. Sie kennt bisher noch nicht viel, ist aber absolut bereit zu lernen und bringt eine tolle Lernbereitschaft mit. Mit liebevoller Führung wird sie sich zu einer wunderbaren Begleiterin entwickeln. Wer schenkt dieser besonderen Hündin ein Für-immer-Zuhause?

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Saal an der Donau
Shelter
4 Happy Paws e.V.
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Bringing DOROTHY home

What you'll need for DOROTHY 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
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    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 DOROTHY

What life with DOROTHY looks like

DOROTHY is a young adult dachshund dog waiting at 4 Happy Paws e.V. in Saal an der Donau.

An young 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 DOROTHY, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about DOROTHY?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. 4 Happy Paws e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw DOROTHY on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt DOROTHY if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — 4 Happy Paws 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 DOROTHY 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 DOROTHY 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 4 Happy Paws e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know DOROTHY 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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