How do I contact the shelter about FRANKLIN?

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

Can I adopt FRANKLIN if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hundehilfe Polen 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 FRANKLIN 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 FRANKLIN 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 Hundehilfe Polen early rather than rehoming privately; they know FRANKLIN 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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FRANKLIN

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 14 years

FRANKLIN 51393 (POA) – SENIOR – male dog, neutered, geb. ca. 2012, shoulder height ca. 50-51 cm, im TH seit 02/2020! Franklin greets us immediately even though he doesn’t know us, which he doesn’t mind at all; he’s happy to see visitors and initiates contact. At 14 years old, the lovable fellow is still agile and alert. Franklin loves being scratched and stroked, seeking out physical contact, closeness, and touches. He does cough a bit, but this is likely due to the collar. The shelter team tells us that Franklin is a cheerful, friendly dog, despite his age, full of energy and present everywhere. We can confirm this immediately; with his charming, gray face, he observes us and is interested in our surroundings. Strangers are no problem for him; he quickly adjusts to them. Franklin still enjoys walks, looking forward to any kind of outing. Franklin is a fine, very friendly, and wonderful dog who still wants to see a bit more of the world, beyond the enclosure, after 6 years; he also needs a dog bed in his own home. He walks well on a leash, sharing his enclosure with male and female dogs. (04/2026 B/C)

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FRANKLIN 51393 (POA) – SENIOR – Rüde, kastriert, geb. ca. 2012, Schulterhöhe ca. 50-51 cm, im TH seit 02/2020! Franklin begrüßt uns sofort obwohl er uns nicht kennt, dies ist ihm egal, er freut sich über den Besuch und nimmt Kontakt auf. Mit seinen 14 Jahren ist der liebe Bursche immer noch agil und aufgeweckt. Franklin mag sehr gerne gekrault und gestreichelt werden, er genießt jede Zuwendung, sucht förmlich nach Körperkontakt, Nähe und Berührungen. Er hustet ein bisschen, dies liegt aber wohl an der Schlingleine. Das Tierheimteam erzählt, dass Franklin ein fröhlicher, freundlicher Hund ist, trotz seines Alters energiegeladen und allgegenwärtig ist. Dies können wir sofort bestätigen, mit seinem liebenswerten, grauen Gesicht beobachtet er, ist interessiert an uns und der Umgebung. Fremde Personen sind überhaupt kein Problem, er gewöhnt sich schnell an sie. Spaziergänge findet er nach wie vor toll, freut sich über Ausflüge jeglicher Art. Franklin ist ein ganz feiner, sehr freundlicher und toller Hundeopi, der noch ein wenig von der Welt sehen möchte, außerhalb des Zwingers, nach 6 Jahren braucht auch er ein Körbchen im eigenen Zuhause. Er läuft gut an der Leine, seinen Zwinger teilt er sich mit Rüden und Hündinnen. (04/2026 B/C)

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Age

Senior · 14 years

Location

🇩🇪Dierkshausen

Shelter

Hundehilfe Polen

Living with FRANKLIN

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About FRANKLIN

What life with FRANKLIN looks like

FRANKLIN is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Hundehilfe Polen in Dierkshausen.

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. 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 FRANKLIN, answered.

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