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Gecko

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

Gecko was rescued together with 19 other dogs from the terrible animal shelter Odai/Romania. Unfortunately, nothing is known about his background. However, it's possible that he has had a home before because he is very friendly and approachable and trusts humans. He is now waiting at the Open animal shelter in Sisterea for a forever home. The ITV Grenzenlos wants to help him find one. This cute German Shepherd/Husky mix has an open and cheerful disposition. He is open and friendly towards all people. He greets everyone with a smile and loves being petted and spoiled. He is very people-oriented and values attention and affection greatly. The lively Gecko is also energetic and enjoys being kept busy. He is looking for active people who will do a lot with him. He is confident and can integrate well. Otherwise, he gets along well with the other dogs. The handsome male dog wants to please and learn new things. He is seeking dog-experienced individuals who can provide him with good discipline and orientation. Gecko already walks beautifully and politely on a leash. In Sisterea, he has been vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered. Prior to his travel arrangements, he will receive a blood test for travel diseases. Gecko was born around the beginning of 2015, entered the animal shelter in August 2021, and stands at 54 cm tall. If you are interested in this amazing dog, please call: 05071 – 4126 or 98. Watch Gecko in the video:

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Gecko In dem freundlichen Gecko steckt etwas Husky Gecko wurde zusammen mit anderen 20 Hunden aus dem schrecklichen Tierheim Odai/Rumänien gerettet. Über sein Vorgeschichte ist leider nichts bekannt. Es ist aber möglich, dass er schon mal ein Zuhause hatte, weil er sehr freundlich und zugänglich ist und den Menschen vertraut. Er wartet jetzt im Offenen Tierheim in Sisterea auf ein schönes Zuhause für immer. Der ITV Grenzenlos möchte ihm dabei helfen. Der hübsche Schäferhund/Husky- Mischling hat ein offenes und fröhliches Wesen. Er ist allen Menschen gegenüber aufgeschlossen und freundlich. Er begrüßt jeden mit einem Lächeln im Gesicht und möchte immer gern gestreichelt und verwöhnt werden. Er ist sehr menschenbezogen und weiß Aufmerksamkeit und Zuwendung sehr zu schätzen. Der muntere Gecko ist auch bewegungsfreudig und möchte beschäftigt werden. Er sucht sportliche Menschen, die viel mit ihm unternehmen. Er ist selbstbewußt und kann sich gut einsetzen. Ansonsten kommt er mit den anderen Hunden gut aus. Der hübsche Rüde möchte gefallen und viel Neues lernen. Er sucht hundeerfahrene Leute, die ihm eine gute Erziehung und Orientierung geben. Gecko geht bereits schön und artig an der Leine. In Sisterea wurde er geimpft, gechipt und kastriert. Er bekommt vor seiner Ausreise noch einen Blutschnelltest auf Reisekrankheiten. Gecko ist ca. Anfang 2015 geboren, kam im August 2021 ins Tierheim und ist 54 cm groß. Wenn Sie Interesse an Gecko haben, senden Sie uns bitte das Kontaktformular oder rufen Sie uns an: 05071 – 4126 oder 98. Gecko im Video: be/UA_lxU52Ck8

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 11 years

Location

🇩🇪Essel

Shelter

ITV Grenzenlos e.V.

Living with Gecko

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Gecko

What life with Gecko looks like

Gecko is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at ITV Grenzenlos e.V. in Essel.

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 Gecko, answered.

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