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Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

General Name: Elio Gender: male dog Neutered: To be neutered upon travel arrangements Born approximately: 2025 Size approximately: small Location: Shelter in Sighetu since May 2026 Sponsors: no Reserved: no Temperament Although Elio hasn’t been at the shelter very long and seems somewhat overwhelmed by all the new impressions, he already shows glimpses of the personality hidden within him. He doesn’t appear unfamiliar with human companionship and is beginning to open up partially to his caregivers—sometimes approaching them independently and ready for cuddles. When things become too much for him, he willingly stays close to his trusted people and allows himself to be petted while the world rushes around him. He doesn’t completely withdraw; quite the contrary. Despite the adjustment period, he shows interest in his surroundings and curiously explores both the outdoor and indoor areas of the shelter, actively engaging with these new circumstances. He seems to be an alert, curious, adventurous, and people-oriented male dog. He gets along well with fellow animals at the public animal shelter. Compatibility with cats can be tested. Background Nothing is known about his past. He most likely came from the street or was abandoned there. Notes His parentage is unknown, so no information can be provided regarding his breed composition.

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Allgemein Name: Elio Geschlecht: Rüde Kastriert: Bei Ausreise kastriert Geboren ca. : 2025 Größe ca. : klein Aufenthaltsort: Shelter in Sighetu seit Mai 2026 Paten: nein reserviert: nein Charakter Obwohl Elio sich noch nicht lange im Shelter befindet und ihn die Eindrücke etwas zu überfordern scheinen, lässt er doch an vielen Stellen schon durchblicken, was für eine Persönlichkeit sich in ihm versteckt. Ihm scheint die Nähe zu Menschen nicht fremd zu sein und er kann sich seinen Pflegerinnen gegenüber schon teilweise öffnen und läuft manchmal selbstständig, bereit für Streicheleinheiten, auf sie zu. Wenn ihm alles zu viel ist, bleibt er bereitwillig in der Nähe seiner Bezugspersonen und lässt sich streicheln, während die Umwelt auf ihn einprasselt. Es ist nicht so, dass er sich völlig zurückzieht. Ganz im Gegenteil. Trotz der Umstellung interessiert er sich für seine Umwelt und erkundet sowohl den Außen- als auch Innenbereich des Shelters neugierig und setzt sich mit den, für ihn neuen, Gegebenheiten auseinander. Er scheint ein aufgeweckter, erkundungsfreudiger, neugieriger und dem Menschen zugewandter Rüde zu sein. Mit Artgenossen im öffentlichen Tierheim verträgt er sich gut. Eine Verträglichkeit mit Katzen kann getestet werden. Vergangenheit Über die Vergangenheit ist uns nichts bekannt. Vermutlich kommt er von der Straße oder wurde dort ausgesetzt. Hinweise Die Elterntiere sind nicht bekannt, sodass zu den enthaltenen Rassen keine Auskunft gegeben werden kann.

Size
Small
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Dorsten
Shelter
Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V.
Living with Elio
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Elio home

What you'll need for Elio 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
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    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 Elio

What life with Elio looks like

Elio is a small young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. in Dorsten.

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 Elio, answered.

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