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Elfie

Mixed Breed · Female

Elfie 01/2017 | female Hi, I’m Elfie. Admittedly, my legs are a bit on the short side, and I’m already one of the more experienced dogs. Still, I’m a spry retiree who’s very much still in the thick of life. I love being out and about—going for walks and just enjoying being there. I get along well with other dogs, though I don’t need all that big, bustling excitement anymore. I value my peace and quiet and am looking for a home where I can simply settle in and enjoy everyday life in a relaxed way. I absolutely adore people—closeness, cuddles, and quiet moments together are exactly my thing. For my golden years, I’d love a place where I’m cherished and still allowed to stay active in ways that feel good for me. Maybe I’ll find that with you?

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Elfie 01/2017 | weiblich Hallo, ich bin Elfie. Zugegeben, meine Beine sind etwas kurz geraten und ich gehöre schon zu den etwas erfahrenen Hunden. Trotzdem bin ich eine rüstige Rentnerin, die noch mitten im Leben steht. Ich bin gerne unterwegs, gehe spazieren und genieße es, dabei zu sein. Mit anderen Hunden komme ich gut zurecht, brauche aber nicht mehr das große Trubelprogramm. Ich schätze meine Ruhe und suche ein Zuhause, in dem ich einfach ankommen darf und meinen Alltag entspannt genießen kann. Menschen mag ich sehr. Nähe, Streicheleinheiten und gemeinsame ruhige Momente sind genau mein Ding. Für meine letzten Jahre wünsche ich mir einen Platz, an dem ich geliebt werde und trotzdem noch aktiv sein darf, so wie es mir gut tut. Vielleicht finde ich den ja bei dir? zum Kontaktformular Elfie Elfie Elfie Elfie

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Oberndorf a.N.
Shelter
Menschen für Tiere
Cared for by Menschen für Tiere · Oberndorf a.N.Learn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Elfie home

What you'll need for Elfie 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 Elfie

What life with Elfie looks like

Elfie is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Menschen für Tiere in Oberndorf a.N..

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 Elfie, answered.

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