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Harris

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Name of the dog: Harris Gender: [✓] male [ ] female neutered: [✓] Yes [ ] No Breed: Laika mix Age: 4 years Waiting since: 2022 Size: 56 cm Weight: 24 kg Background: Harris was tied up together with his mother Aria in a factory. When the owner decided to close the factory, he initially planned to sell the dogs to a dog meat farm. After our intervention and corresponding persuasion, Harris was instead transferred to a municipal animal shelter. Character description: Harris appears calm and cautious in unknown environments. However, once he arrives as a service dog and builds a bond with his primary caregiver, he shows himself playful and reveals many loving and affectionate behaviors. Treats are a good motivation during training, and he can already sit and politely wait for a treat. Cat compatible? [ ] Yes [ ] No [✓] Unknown Compatible with other dogs? [✓] Yes [ ] No [ ] Unknown Vaccinated? [✓] Yes [ ] No Fully vaccinated. Special features: During his first car ride in a transport box, Harris initially showed discomfort, but quickly calmed down and could then remain calm and relaxed. He does not vomit or drool during the trip. During walks in dark or unfamiliar areas, Harris often stops and attentively observes strangers or unusual shapes. In new environments, he usually avoids letting go - possibly to not leave scent trails. Towards strange dogs, he shows little interest and usually reacts hardly to them. Gets along with other cats.

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Name des Hundes: Harris Geschlecht: [✓] männlich [ ] weiblich Kastriert: [✓] Ja [ ] Nein Rasse: Laika-Mix Alter: 4 Jahre Wartet seit: 2022 Größe: 56 cm Gewicht: 24 kg Vorgeschichte: Harris wurde gemeinsam mit seiner Mutter Aria angebunden in einer Fabrik gehalten. Als der Besitzer beschloss, die Fabrik zu schließen, plante er zunächst, die Hunde an eine Hundefleischfarm zu verkaufen. Nach unserem Eingreifen und entsprechender Überzeugungsarbeit wurde Harris stattdessen in ein städtisches Tierheim überführt. Charakterbeschreibung: Harris wirkt in unbekannten Umgebungen ruhig und vorsichtig. Sobald er jedoch als Begleithund ankommt und eine Bindung zu seiner Bezugsperson aufbaut, zeigt er sich verspielt und offenbart viele liebevolle und anhängliche Verhaltensweisen. Futterleckerlis sind eine gute Motivation beim Training, und er kann bereits sitzen und höflich auf ein Leckerli warten. Katzenverträglich? [ ] Ja [ ] Nein [✓] Unbekannt Mit anderen Hunden verträglich? [✓] Ja [ ] Nein [ ] Unbekannt Geimpft? [✓] Ja [ ] Nein Vollständig geimpft. Besonderheiten: Bei seiner ersten Autofahrt in einer Transportbox zeigte Harris zunächst Unbehagen, beruhigte sich jedoch schnell und konnte anschließend ruhig und entspannt bleiben. Er erbricht sich nicht und sabbert nicht während der Fahrt. Bei Spaziergängen in dunklen oder unbekannten Gegenden bleibt Harris häufig stehen und beobachtet aufmerksam fremde Menschen oder ungewohnte Umrisse. In neuen Umgebungen vermeidet er es meist, sich zu lösen – möglicherweise, um keine Duftspuren zu hinterlassen. Gegenüber fremden Hunden zeigt er wenig Interesse und reagiert in der Regel kaum auf sie.

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Ebstorf
Shelter
German Hands meet Korean Paws e.V.
Living with Harris
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
Cared for by German Hands meet Korean Paws e.V. · EbstorfLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Harris home

What you'll need for Harris 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 Harris

What life with Harris looks like

Harris is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at German Hands meet Korean Paws e.V. in Ebstorf.

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.

🇩🇪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 Harris, answered.

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