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Fabio

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Fabio measures a handy 45 cm and currently carries about 2 to 3 kilos too much weight. This doesn't dampen his good mood in the least, though. With his cheerful nature and a bit of fitness training, he will surely be back in top form soon. Fabio loves the attention of people. When visitors come to his kennel, the little ray of sunshine is overjoyed. He bounces up and down with excitement and can hardly wait to finally get a bit of petting. Fabio actively seeks closeness to people and enjoys every bit of affection. Given his open and trusting nature, we can well imagine that he already had a home in the past. Of course, we can't know that for certain, but Fabio clearly shows how much contact with people means to him. All the more important would it be for Fabio to become part of a family as quickly as possible. This little guy longs for closeness, attention, and people who want to share their lives with him. We can picture Fabio very well with older people as well as with motivated first-time dog owners who would like to give a friendly and uncomplicated companion a loving home. He probably won't be able to stay alone right away and should be allowed to learn this step by step after an appropriate adjustment period. With patience, understanding, and loving guidance, Fabio will surely manage this well. With his handy 45 cm, Fabio has the best prerequisites for becoming a faithful companion in everyday life. Surely many wonderful years lie ahead of him, which he would love to spend together with his people. We are certain that this little sunshine will enrich his family's life anew every day and, with his cheerful nature, bring many happy moments. We are looking for a suitable home or a loving foster placement for Fabio. Fabio is neutered and will be vaccinated, microchipped, and, after a positive preliminary check, placed with a protection contract. General note about our animals: Our dogs in Romania are visited regularly so that we can repeatedly assess their behavior and development. These personal impressions help us greatly in presenting as accurate a picture as possible of each individual dog. However, we would like to point out that a dog in a new environment – with new people, new routines, and new impressions – may show a different side of itself. This is completely normal and part of any process of change. Many dogs open up even faster in a home and show sides that were not visible at the shelter at all. Our assessments are therefore based on current observations, but they are not a guarantee of every behavior in a new environment. They are meant to provide guidance and show how the dog presents itself at the shelter – and what potential lies within it. We are convinced that with patience, understanding, and a loving environment, every dog can find its way and continue to develop positively.

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Fabio misst handliche 45 cm und hat derzeit etwa 2 bis 3 Kilo zu viel auf den Rippen. Das tut seiner guten Laune allerdings keinen Abbruch. Mit seiner fröhlichen Art und ein wenig Fitnessprogramm wird er sicher bald wieder in Topform sein.Fabio liebt die Aufmerksamkeit der Menschen. Wenn Besuch an seinen Kennel kommt, ist die Freude bei dem kleinen Strahlemännchen riesengroß. Begeistert hüpft er auf und ab und kann es kaum erwarten, endlich ein paar Streicheleinheiten zu ergattern. Fabio sucht aktiv die Nähe zum Menschen und genießt jede Zuwendung. Aufgrund seines offenen und zutraulichen Wesens können wir uns gut vorstellen, dass er in der Vergangenheit bereits einmal ein Zuhause hatte. Gewiss wissen können wir das natürlich nicht, doch Fabio zeigt deutlich, wie sehr ihm der Kontakt zu Menschen am Herzen liegt.Umso wichtiger wäre es für Fabio, schnellstmöglich wieder Teil einer Familie zu werden. Der kleine Mann sehnt sich nach Nähe, Aufmerksamkeit und Menschen, die ihr Leben mit ihm teilen möchten. Wir können uns Fabio sowohl bei älteren Menschen als auch bei motivierten Hundeanfängern sehr gut vorstellen, die einem freundlichen und unkomplizierten Begleiter ein liebevolles Zuhause schenken möchten.Das Alleinebleiben wird er vermutlich nicht sofort beherrschen und sollte nach einer angemessenen Eingewöhnungszeit Schritt für Schritt erlernen dürfen. Mit Geduld, Verständnis und liebevoller Führung wird Fabio dies sicher gut meistern. Mit seinen handlichen 45 cm bringt Fabio beste Voraussetzungen mit, um ein treuer Begleiter im Alltag zu werden. Sicher liegen noch einige wunderbare Jahre vor ihm, die er gerne gemeinsam mit seinen Menschen verbringen würde. Wir sind uns sicher, dass dieser kleine Sonnenschein das Leben seiner Familie jeden Tag aufs Neue bereichern und mit seiner fröhlichen Art viele glückliche Momente schenken wird. Wir suchen für Fabio ein passendes Zuhause oder eine liebevolle Pflegestelle. Fabio ist kastriert und wird geimpft, gechippt und nach positiver Vorkontrolle mit einem Schutzvertrag über Vierbeiner in Not e.V. vermittelt.Allgemeiner Hinweis zu unseren Schützlingen: Unsere Hunde in Rumänien werden regelmäßig besucht, damit wir ihr Verhalten und ihre Entwicklung immer wieder neu einschätzen können. Diese persönlichen Eindrücke helfen uns sehr, ein möglichst gutes Bild von jedem einzelnen Hund zu vermitteln. Dennoch möchten wir darauf hinweisen, dass sich ein Hund in einer neuen Umgebung – mit neuen Menschen, neuen Abläufen und neuen Eindrücken – auch anders zeigen kann. Das ist ganz normal und gehört zu jedem Veränderungsprozess dazu. Viele Hunde öffnen sich im Zuhause sogar schneller und zeigen Seiten, die im Shelter gar nicht sichtbar waren. Unsere Einschätzungen basieren daher auf aktuellen Beobachtungen, sind aber keine Garantie für jedes Verhalten im neuen Umfeld. Sie sollen eine Orientierung geben und zeigen, wie der Hund sich im Shelter präsentiert – und welches Potenzial in ihm steckt.Wir sind überzeugt: Mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem liebevollen Umfeld kann jeder Hund seinen Weg finden und sich positiv weiterentwickeln.

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Fabio
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Fabio home

What you'll need for Fabio 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
    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 Fabio

What life with Fabio looks like

Fabio is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Fabio, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Fabio?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Vierbeiner in Not e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Fabio on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Fabio if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Vierbeiner in Not 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Fabio 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 Fabio 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 Vierbeiner in Not e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Fabio 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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