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Franklin

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Mixed breed, born 06/2018, approximately 44 cm tall. Gets along well with: male dogs, female dogs, and cats. Not yet tested with children. Franklin currently lives with our friends in a Spanish animal shelter. Like so many dogs, he was found on the street. Yet despite life not always treating him kindly, Franklin has retained one thing: his trust in people. He greets everyone openly, friendly, and full of affection. Franklin is a loving and devoted dog who thoroughly enjoys being close to his humans. At the same time, he doesn't force himself into the spotlight; rather, he wins hearts with his calm, balanced, and incredibly endearing nature. Franklin gets along wonderfully with other dogs. He loves playing, looks forward to shared activities, and thoroughly enjoys interacting with his canine companions. Yet at the same time, he’s also one of those dogs who are simply happy just lying in the sun, observing the world around them, and savoring life’s small moments. Franklin brings together a wonderful mix of zest for life and serenity. He’s curious, attentive, and yet pleasantly balanced. It’s precisely these qualities that make him such a special companion—someone who will enjoy both exciting adventures and quiet moments spent with his humans. Franklin also approaches cats with friendliness and relaxation at first sight. Therefore, we can easily imagine that he’ll feel comfortable in a wide variety of life situations—as long as he receives the love and security he so deeply deserves. We wish Franklin a home where he can finally feel truly at home: people who don’t just see him, but truly notice him—with his gentle soul, his loving nature, and his big heart. Perhaps Franklin has been waiting all along for the very people who’ll show him that his time on the streets is finally over and that a life filled with warmth, trust, and happiness is now beginning for him. Who would like to give Franklin the chance to finally find his forever home? Of course, Franklin is microchipped, vaccinated, neutered, registered, and thoroughly examined by a veterinarian before going to his new home. He’s also been tested for Mediterranean diseases and will bring an EU vaccination certificate with him to his new home. All the photos we have of Franklin have been compiled into a slideshow at the top of this page. Just take your time and browse through the images, or feel free to click on any photo to view the next one. Contact: 01 77 – 21 16 44 7

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Mischling geb. 06/2018 ca. 44cm hoch Verträglich mit: Rüden, Hündinnen und Katzen Kinder bisher nicht getestet Franklin lebt derzeit bei unseren Freunden in einem spanischen Tierheim. Wie so viele Hunde wurde auch er auf der Straße gefunden. Doch obwohl das Leben es bisher nicht immer gut mit ihm gemeint hat, hat Franklin sich eines bewahrt: sein Vertrauen in die Menschen. Er begegnet jedem offen, freundlich und voller Zuneigung. Franklin ist ein liebevoller und anhänglicher Hund, der die Nähe zu seinen Menschen sehr genießt. Dabei drängt er sich nicht in den Vordergrund, sondern erobert die Herzen mit seiner ruhigen, ausgeglichenen und unglaublich liebenswerten Art. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sich Franklin sehr gut. Er spielt gerne, freut sich über gemeinsame Unternehmungen und genießt den Kontakt zu seinen Artgenossen. Gleichzeitig gehört er aber auch zu den Hunden, die einfach glücklich sind, wenn sie in der Sonne liegen, die Welt um sich herum beobachten und die kleinen Augenblicke des Lebens genießen dürfen. Franklin bringt eine wunderbare Mischung aus Lebensfreude und Gelassenheit mit. Er ist neugierig, aufmerksam und gleichzeitig angenehm ausgeglichen. Genau diese Eigenschaften machen ihn zu einem ganz besonderen Begleiter, der sowohl Freude an gemeinsamen Abenteuern als auch an ruhigen Stunden mit seinen Menschen haben wird. Auch Katzen begegnet Franklin auf den ersten Blick freundlich und entspannt. Deshalb können wir uns gut vorstellen, dass er sich in den unterschiedlichsten Lebenssituationen wohlfühlen wird – vorausgesetzt, man schenkt ihm die Liebe und Geborgenheit, die er so sehr verdient. Wir wünschen uns für Franklin ein Zuhause, in dem er endlich ankommen darf. Menschen, die ihn nicht nur sehen, sondern ihn wirklich wahrnehmen – mit seiner sanften Seele, seiner liebevollen Art und seinem großen Herzen. Vielleicht wartet Franklin schon genau auf die Menschen, die ihm zeigen, dass seine Zeit auf der Straße endgültig vorbei ist und nun ein Leben voller Wärme, Vertrauen und Glück beginnt. Wer möchte Franklin die Chance geben, endlich seinen Platz fürs Leben zu finden? Franklin ist selbstverständlich bei Ausreise gechipt, geimpft, kastriert, registriert und vom Tierarzt durchgecheckt. Weiter wurde er auf die Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet und bringt in sein neues Zuhause einen EU-Impfausweis mit. Alle Bilder, die wir von Franklin haben, haben wir Ihnen oben auf der Seite zu einer Diashow zusammengestellt. Nehmen Sie sich einfach die Zeit und schauen sich die Bilder an, oder klicken Sie auch gerne darauf, um sich das nächste Bild anzuschauen. Kontakt: 01 77 – 21 16 44 7

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Essingen
Shelter
Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen e.V.
Living with Franklin
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen e.V. · EssingenLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Franklin home

What you'll need for Franklin 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 Franklin

What life with Franklin looks like

Franklin is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen e.V. in Essingen.

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 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. Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen e.V. 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 — Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen 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 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 Hoffnungsvolle Tierherzen e.V. 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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