How do I contact the shelter about Gordo?

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

Can I adopt Gordo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Essen 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 Gordo 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 Gordo 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 Tierheim Essen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gordo 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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Adopt Gordo

Bull Terrier · Male · 2 years

Special rules: According to §3 of the State Dog Law, permission is required. Tach, tach, tach, here I am, the little bundle of energy Gordo. As I have been overlooked until now, my caretakers want to make a real effort to promote me. I am a lively, sporty, and inquisitive little boy who already masters the basics of being a small dog 1×1. I generally want to please my people, but sometimes the confetti in my little stubborn head comes through. Here you should be able to set boundaries for me. Also, leash handling is still in need of development, but with good treats, you can wrap me around your finger. In my new home, I wish for people who can offer the right balance between rest and stimulation. As a couch potato, I am absolutely not suitable. Do you now feel addressed and want to go through thick and thin with me? Then contact my caretakers right away. By the way, according to §3, you should be knowledgeable.

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Besonderheiten: Erlaubnispflichtig gemäß §3 Landeshundegesetz. Tach,tach,tach hie bin ich, das kleine Energiebündel Gordo. Da ich bis heute immer übersehen worden bin, wollen meine Pfleger jetzt einmal so richtig Werbung für mich machen. Ich bin ein quirliger, sportlicher und wissbegieriger kleiner Bub, der die Basic’s des kleinen Hundes 1×1 bereits bestens beherrscht. Meinen Menschen möchte ich grundsätzlich immer gefallen, aber gelegentlich kommt das Konfetti in meinem kleinen Sturkopf durch. Hier solltest du mir dann Grenzen aufzeigen können. Auch die Leinenführigkeit ist noch ausbaufähig, aber mit guten Leckerlis bekommst du mich um die Pfote gewickelt. In meinem neuen Zuhause wünsche ich mir Menschen, welche mir den richtigen Ausgleich zwischen Ruhe und Auslastung bieten können. Als Couchpotato bin ich absolut nicht geeignet. Fühlst du dich nun angesprochen und hast Bock mit mir durch dick und dünn zu gehen? Dann melde dich fix bei meinen Pflegern. Ach so, die Sachkunde gemäß §3 solltest du besitzen.

Size

Small

Age

2 years

Location

🇩🇪Essen

Shelter

Tierheim Essen

Living with Gordo

✓Neutered
✕Has special needs

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About Gordo

What life with Gordo looks like

Gordo is a small adult bull terrier dog waiting at Tierheim Essen in Essen.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Requires permit under breed-specific legislation (§3 Landeshundegesetz). Owner must have dog handling expertise certification.

🇩🇪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 Gordo, answered.

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