How do I contact the shelter about Francis?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Francis on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Francis if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof 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 Francis 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 Francis 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 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof early rather than rehoming privately; they know Francis 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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Francis

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Status: open Name: Francis (Warning: male!) Breed: mixed breed Gender: male Age: 3 years Shoulder height/Size: 55-60 cm Color: gray-black Reason for surrender: taken in from our Romanian partner organization Compatible with: dogs Description: Francis is a very sensitive male dog who forms a strong bond with his trusted people. The giant baby would rather crawl into someone's lap – and he does. He is a big snuggler – with people he trusts. On walks, he does well on a leash, and the company of a cool other dog is good for him. He also knows how to ride in the car and does it without a problem. With visitors, he is very reserved. Adopters therefore need to have a little patience with him. But when he warms up, he is fully with his people and the most clingy dog in the world. Francis had problems with both his hips, and we had him operated on twice so he could walk pain-free. Francis can walk well on walks of 4 km and more. Desired home: dog-experienced people, rural area, must have a cool first-time dog, and an enclosed yard is a must.

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Status: offen Name: Francis (Achtung: männlich!) Rasse: Mischling Geschlecht: männlich Alter: 3 Jahre Schulterhöhe/Grösse: 55-60 cm Farbe: grau-schwarz Abgabegrund: Übernahme von unserem rumänischen Kooperationspartner Verträglich mit: Hunden Beschreibung: Francis ist ein sehr sensibler Rüde, der sich eng an seine Bezugspersonen bindet. Am liebsten würde das Riesenbaby auf den Schoß krabbeln – und tut es auch. Er ist ein großer Schmuser – bei Menschen, die ihm vertraut sind. Bei Spaziergängen geht er gut an der Leine, wobei ihm die Begleitung durch einen coolen anderen Hund gut tut. Auch das Mitfahren im Auto kennt er und macht es problemlos mit. Bei Besuchern ist er sehr zurückhaltend. Adoptanten müssen also ein wenig Geduld mit ihm haben. Wenn er allerdings auftaut, dann ist er voll und ganz bei seinen Menschen und der anhänglichste Hund der Welt . Franics hatte Probleme mit beiden Hüften und wir ließen ihn zweimal operieren, damit er schmerzfrei laufen kann. Francis läuft gut bei Spaziergängen von 4 km und mehr mit. Wunschzuhause: Hundeerfahrene Menschen, ländliche Gegend, unbedingt cooler Ersthündin, eingezäunter Garten ist ein Muss. Sollte das Ihr Traumhund sein, bitten wir Sie, unsere Selbstauskunft auszufüllen und an die Hundeabteilung zu senden. Vielen Dank! Vermittlungsanfragen ohne Selbstauskunft können aus Kapazitätsgründen nicht bearbeitet werden. Wir bitten um Verständnis. Kontakt:

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof

Cared for by Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof · Germany Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Francis home

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About Francis

What life with Francis looks like

Francis is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof in Germany.

An young 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 Francis, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Francis?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Francis on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Francis if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof 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 Francis 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 Francis 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 7 Gebirge e.V. — Orscheider Hof early rather than rehoming privately; they know Francis 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.