How do I contact the shelter about Esra?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim und Tierhotel Arche Chur handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Esra on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Esra if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim und Tierhotel Arche Chur 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 Esra 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 Esra 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 Tierheim und Tierhotel Arche Chur early rather than rehoming privately; they know Esra 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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German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 4 years

Esra is looking for a home with understanding and balanced people. He bonds very well with his primary caregiver and is very sensitive and perceptive. Esra obviously does not have the best past, as he is very jumpy and avoids the petting hand. We are very willing to prove to him that we mean no harm and would like to finally give him the dog life he deserves. He shows excellent social behavior when interacting with other animals. He shows avoidance or threatening behavior towards aggressive strangers and does not like to be touched by anyone. Esra responds well on walks and walks properly on a leash; he also knows basic commands. Esra suffers from German shepherd keratitis and needs eye drops twice a day. If interested, please fill out the dog application form. Breed: German Shepherd Weight: 32.1 kg Country of origin: France Location: Switzerland Gender: male, neutered Date of birth: 27.08.2021 At the animal shelter since:

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Esra sucht sein Zuhause bei verständnisvollen und ausgeglichenen Menschen. Er orientiert sich sehr gut an seiner Bezugsperson und ist sehr feinfühlig und sensibel. Esra hat offensichtlich nicht die beste Vergangenheit hinter sich, da er sehr schreckhaft und beschwichtigend der streichlenden Hand ausweichen möchte. Wir sind sehr gewillt daran ihm zu beweisen, dass wir ihm nichts Böses antun und ihm endlich das Hundsein ermöglichen möchten was er verdient hat. Er zeigt sich super sozial im Umgang mit Artgenossen. Gegenüber übergriffigen fremden Menschen zeigt er Meideverhalten/Drohverhalten und mag es nicht von jedem einfach so angefasst zu werden. Esra zeigt sich gut ansprechbar auf Spaziergängen und läuft anständig an der Leine er kennt auch die Grundkommandos. Esra leidet an der Schäferhundkeratitis und benötigt zweimal täglich eine Augensalbe. Bei Interesse füllen Sie bitte das Bewerbungsformular für Hunde aus. Rasse: Deutscher Schäferhund Gewicht: 32.1 kg Zuchtland: Frankreich Aufenthaltsort: Schweiz Geschlecht: männlich, kastriert Geburtsdatum: 27.08.2021 Im Tierheim seit: März 2026

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇨🇭Switzerland

Shelter

Tierheim und Tierhotel Arche Chur

Living with Esra

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About Esra

What life with Esra looks like

Esra is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim und Tierhotel Arche Chur in Switzerland.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Esra, answered.

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