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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 4 months

History/Description Enric came to us in 2011 with his brother Guill and their mother, after wandering around the area of the shelter for months. Eventually, it was possible to catch their mother, Lady, and the two puppies followed her immediately. At the time, they were only 3–4 months old and already very frightened – a insecurity that Enric has not completely overcome to this day. His fear of people is still great, and he does not allow anyone, not even his familiar caretaker Salva, to touch him – even though Salva is with him every day. Approaching visitors on his own initiative is not an option for him. However, there is an exception: cheese! As soon as this comes into play, Enric suddenly stands expectantly and begs with his sweetest look for a piece. Unfortunately, his courage only lasts as long as the cheese is in sight – after that, he retreats again. But in these moments, we see how much potential is in him when he dares to. Enric gets along well with other dogs, spending most of his time with his brother Guill. Even at the vet, he shows patience and does not require a muzzle. Car rides do not stress him either. Previously, Salva had to accompany the leash-walkers to give Enric and his brother security. Now, this is no longer necessary – it should simply be ensured that they walk when there are not many people around. There are now small but significant progress: During their stay in December, Janina could observe him cautiously – when she pretended not to notice him, Enric approached her gently and nudged her. As she only sees him once a year for one to two weeks, this behavior shows that he could build trust in a home with constant, calm contact with a primary caregiver. Enric is now visibly aged, and we wish so much that he still has the chance to find his own home. Even if he will likely never be able to handle chaos or a lot of closeness, he deserves a quiet, safe place where he can feel comfortable. For Enric, we are looking for people with experience in dealing with very shy dogs – people who know what they are getting into and who accept him as he is. Maybe he will never be a trusting dog, but with patience and empathy, he can make small, valuable progress. Do you have a quiet place for Enric? Then please get in touch with us!

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Historie/Beschreibung Enric kam 2011 zusammen mit seinem Bruder Guill und ihrer Mutter zu uns, nachdem sie monatelang in der Umgebung des Tierheims umherirrten. Schließlich gelang es, die Mutterhündin Lady einzufangen, und die beiden Welpen folgten ihr sofort. Sie waren damals erst 3–4 Monate alt und bereits sehr verängstigt – eine Unsicherheit, die Enric bis heute nicht ganz abgelegt hat. Seine Angst vor Menschen ist nach wie vor groß, und er lässt sich von niemandem direkt berühren – auch nicht von seinem vertrauten Pfleger Salva, der täglich bei ihm ist. Von sich aus auf Besucher zuzugehen, kommt für ihn eigentlich nicht infrage. Doch es gibt eine Ausnahme: Käse! Sobald dieser ins Spiel kommt, steht Enric plötzlich erwartungsvoll da und bittet mit seinem süßesten Blick um ein Stück. Leider hält sein Mut nur so lange an, wie Käse in Aussicht ist – danach zieht er sich wieder zurück. Doch in diesen Momenten sehen wir, wie viel Potenzial in ihm steckt, wenn er sich traut. Mit anderen Hunden versteht Enric sich gut, die meiste Zeit verbringt er mit seinem Bruder Guill. Auch beim Tierarzt zeigt er sich geduldig und benötigt keinen Maulkorb. Autofahrten bereiten ihm ebenfalls keinen Stress. Früher musste Salva die Gassigänger begleiten, um Enric und seinem Bruder Sicherheit zu geben. Inzwischen ist das nicht mehr nötig – es sollte lediglich darauf geachtet werden, dass sie dann laufen, wenn nicht viele Menschen unterwegs sind. Es gibt mittlerweile kleine, aber bedeutende Fortschritte: Während ihres Aufenthalts im Dezember konnte Janina ihn vorsichtig erleben – wenn sie so tat, als würde sie ihn nicht beachten, kam Enric von sich aus näher und stupste sie sanft an. Da sie ihn nur einmal im Jahr für ein bis zwei Wochen sieht, zeigt dieses Verhalten, dass er in einem Zuhause mit konstantem, ruhigem Kontakt zu einer Bezugsperson durchaus Vertrauen aufbauen könnte. Enric ist mittlerweile sichtbar gealtert, und wir wünschen uns so sehr, dass er noch die Chance auf ein eigenes Zuhause bekommt. Auch wenn er wohl nie mit Trubel oder viel Nähe umgehen kann, verdient er einen ruhigen, sicheren Platz, an dem er sich wohlfühlen darf. Für Enric suchen wir Menschen mit Erfahrung im Umgang mit sehr scheuen Hunden – Menschen, die wissen, worauf sie sich einlassen, und die ihn so akzeptieren, wie er ist. Vielleicht wird er nie ein zutraulicher Hund, aber mit Geduld und Einfühlungsvermögen kann er kleine, wertvolle Fortschritte machen. Haben Sie einen ruhigen Platz für Enric? Dann melden Sie sich gerne bei uns!

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪Kettershausen
Shelter
Tierschutz Pur e.V.
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Bringing Enric home

What you'll need for Enric in week one.

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    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
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    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 Enric

What life with Enric looks like

Enric is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutz Pur e.V. in Kettershausen.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Enric, answered.

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