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Elvis

Labrador Retriever · Male · Adult · 4 years

Elvis appears at first glance like a large, clumsy llama, especially when he powerfully pulls against the leash when something gets in his nose. Upon closer inspection, Elvis is a super cheerful, uncomplicated and nice male dog. He was given up by his owner due to health reasons. Elvis attended dog school, knows and follows some signals, but sometimes forgets how to walk on a loose leash. Typical of a Labrador, he is a real water rat, enjoys all people regardless of size and has integrated very well into the dog group. He is curious about horses, but according to his previous owner, he does not like cats. He drives well in the car, can be left alone and knows how to live with small children. Elvis is a stormy, exuberant sunbeam who likes to be on the go and at home, he loves to chill on the couch with his people. We are looking for stable people who have fun with a water-loving llama and remind him how the leash is supposed to be used.

DE·Show original

Auf den ersten Blick wirkt Elvis wie ein großes, tapsiges Trampeltier, vor allem wenn er sich kraftvoll gegen die Leine stemmt, wenn ihm etwas in die Nase kommt. Auf den zweiten Blick ist Elvis ein super fröhlicher, unkomplizierter und netter Rüde. Er wurde schweren Herzens aus gesundheitlichen Gründen seiner Halterin abgegeben. Elvis hat die Hundeschule besucht, kennt und befolgt einige Signale, nur wie man an lockerer Leine läuft vergisst er dann doch ab und zu. Typisch Labrador ist er eine echte Wasserratte freut sich über alle Menschen egal ob klein oder groß und hat sich auch sehr gut in die Hundegruppe integrieren lassen. Pferden gegenüber zeigt er sich neugierig, nur Katzen mag er laut Vorbesitzerin nicht. Dafür fährt er gut im Auto mit, kann alleine bleiben und kennt das Zusammenleben mit kleinen Kindern. Elvis ist ein stürmischer, überschwänglicher Sonnenschein, der gerne unterwegs ist und daheim dann am liebsten mit seinen Menschen auf dem Sofa chillt. Für Elvis suchen wir standfeste Menschen, die Spass an einem wasserfreudigen Trampeltier haben und ihn daran erinnern wie das mit der Leine gedacht ist.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Reutlingen
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Reutlingen
Living with Elvis
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Reutlingen · ReutlingenLearn about Labrador Retriever

Listed 2 days ago

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 labrador retriever dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Reutlingen in Reutlingen.

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 Reutlingen 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 Reutlingen 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 Reutlingen 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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