How do I contact the shelter about Grace?

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

Can I adopt Grace if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Garafia 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 Grace 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 Grace 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 Garafia e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Grace 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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Grace

Mixed Breed · Female · Young · 2 years

Background: The Brittany Spaniel Grace recently arrived at the animal shelter of Pro Animal on La Gomera along with her puppies. This marks a new chapter for her, as her life up until now has been anything but easy. Her former owner kept several dogs for hunting over many years. Due to unplanned litters, the number of all the animals grew to about 16. As he now has to leave the property, Grace and the other dogs could be taken in, giving them their first chance at a better life. Grace spent a large part of her life in a cage, with minimal human contact and without the opportunity to gain everyday experiences. Consequently, she is still cautious and reserved, but she takes very calm and caring care of her puppies. With other dogs, Grace is social and orients herself towards them, which gives her security. There is much that is new for her and her puppies now – they need time, patience, and a quiet environment to build trust. In the coming weeks, we will get to know them better and can provide more information about their character. One thing is already certain: Grace and her puppies deserve a real chance at a life in safety and with loving companionship.

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Vorgeschichte Bretonenhündin Grace ist vor Kurzem gemeinsam mit ihren Welpen ins Tierheim von Pro Animal auf La Gomera gekommen. Für sie beginnt damit ein neues Kapitel, denn ihr bisheriges Leben war alles andere als einfach. Ihr ehemaliger Besitzer hielt über viele Jahre mehrere Hunde für die Jagd. Durch ungewollte Würfe wuchs die Zahl aller Tiere auf etwa 16 an. Da er das Grundstück nun verlassen muss, konnten Grace und die anderen Hunde übernommen werden und haben erstmals die Chance auf ein besseres Leben. Grace verbrachte einen Großteil ihres Lebens in einem Käfig, mit kaum Kontakt zu Menschen und ohne die Möglichkeit, Alltagserfahrungen zu sammeln. Entsprechend zeigt sie sich noch vorsichtig und zurückhaltend, kümmert sich aber sehr ruhig und fürsorglich um ihre Welpen. Mit anderen Hunden ist Grace sozial und orientiert sich an ihnen, was ihr Sicherheit gibt. Für sie und ihre Welpen ist jetzt vieles neu – sie brauchen Zeit, Geduld und ein ruhiges Umfeld, um Vertrauen zu entwickeln. In den kommenden Wochen werden wir sie besser kennenlernen und mehr über ihren Charakter berichten können. Sicher ist schon jetzt: Grace und ihre Welpen verdienen eine echte Chance auf ein Leben in Geborgenheit und mit liebevoller Begleitung.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierschutzverein Garafia e.V.

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About Grace

What life with Grace looks like

Grace is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Garafia e.V. 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 Grace, answered.

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