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Elvis

German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 4 years

Breed: German Shepherd Date of Birth: 09.02.2022 Size: approx. 68cm / Weight 35 kg Currently in the animal shelter since: 13.02.2026 Prefers not to be alone Our big Elvis feels visibly uncomfortable in all the hustle and bustle of the animal shelter. He is used to living in a family and wishes to return home as soon as possible. Currently, Elvis still needs to gain some weight and is on a special, low-fat diet due to problems with his pancreas. But with the right care and nutrition, he will surely develop into a sturdy and beautiful German Shepherd. Elvis is familiar with dealing with children and is very friendly towards them. He also masters car rides without any problems, making him a pleasant companion in everyday life. However, meeting other dogs on the leash is still very difficult for him – these situations require patience, training, sensitive handling, and a lot of strength, because the handsome male dog knows how to throw himself on the leash and the lead handling is also scalable. Elvis is an active dog who needs a lot of exercise and loves to be out and about. At the same time, he enjoys spending time with his people and being occupied – whether through walks, training, or joint activities. For Elvis, we wish for people with heart and understanding who can give him security, foster him lovingly, and show him that he can rely on his people. In the right environment, Elvis will certainly become a faithful, impressive, and wonderful companion for life.

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Rasse: Deutscher Schäferhund Geburtsdatum: 09.02.2022 Größe: ca. 68cm / Gewicht 35 Kilo derzeit Im Tierheim seit: 13.02.2026 Bleibt ungern alleine Unser großer Elvis fühlt sich bei all dem Trubel im Tierheim sichtlich unwohl. Er kennt es in der Familie zu leben und wünscht sich daher schnellstmöglich wieder ein zu Hause. Momentan muss Elvis noch etwas zunehmen und erhält aufgrund von Problemen mit der Bauchspeicheldrüse spezielle, fettarme Schonkost. Doch mit der richtigen Pflege und Ernährung wird er sich sicher schon bald wieder zu einem stattlichen und wunderschönen Schäferhund entwickeln. Elvis kennt den Umgang mit Kindern und zeigt sich ihnen gegenüber sehr freundlich. Auch Autofahrten meistert er problemlos, was ihn zu einem angenehmen Begleiter im Alltag macht. Schwieriger sind für ihn allerdings Begegnungen mit anderen Hunden an der Leine – diese Situationen fallen ihm noch sehr schwer und brauchen Geduld, Training, einfühlsame Führung, aber auch einiges an Kraft, denn der hübsche Rüde weiß es sich in die Leine zu werfen und die Leinenführung ist ebenfalls ausbaufähig. Elvis ist ein aktiver Hund, der viel Auslauf braucht und gerne draußen unterwegs ist. Gleichzeitig liebt er es, Zeit mit seinen Menschen zu verbringen und beschäftigt zu werden – sei es durch Spaziergänge, Training oder gemeinsame Aktivitäten. Für Elvis wünschen wir uns Menschen mit Herz und Verständnis, die ihm Sicherheit geben, ihn liebevoll fördern und ihm zeigen, dass er sich auf seine Menschen verlassen kann. In der richtigen Umgebung wird Elvis ganz bestimmt ein treuer, beeindruckender und wunderbarer Begleiter fürs Leben.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Pfungstadt
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Pfungstadt und Umgebung e.V
Living with Elvis
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein Pfungstadt und Umgebung e.V · PfungstadtLearn about German Shepherd

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Bringing Elvis home

What you'll need for Elvis in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Elvis

What life with Elvis looks like

Elvis is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Pfungstadt und Umgebung e.V in Pfungstadt.

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 Elvis, answered.

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