How do I contact the shelter about Harvey?

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 Harvey on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Harvey 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey 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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Harvey

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

Harvey was found on the street in Susturogiu (Romania) along with Rusty. Both dogs were neither chipped nor neutered and were not being sought after. Since both are very affectionate and friendly, they were taken into care at the SOS Dogs animal shelter in Sisterea. There, they were chipped, dewormed, vaccinated, and neutered. Harvey is now waiting for a nice home in Germany. The ITV Grenzenlos would be happy to help with the search. The older Harvey was only skin and bones, very weak, and could barely walk. He must have often suffered from hunger and is therefore also possessive about food. He was nursed back to health in Sisterea and is now in good physical condition. Despite his age, Harvey is quite fit and wants to experience a lot more. He shows himself friendly and nice to everyone. He will quickly get used to life in a house and enjoy it. The funny sympathetic male dog gets along well with the other dogs at the shelter, but he knows no mercy when it comes to his food. He is looking for a quiet place with people who have some experience with dogs and understanding. He already walks well on a leash. Harvey was born in December 2015 and is 45 cm tall. He has been at the shelter since June 2026. Before departure, he will receive a blood test. Then he will be ready to travel and could leave with the next ITV Grenzenlos transport. Please call if you would like to help Harvey: or

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Harvey wurde zusammen mit Rusty auf der Straße in Susturogiu (Rumänien) gefunden. Beide Hunde waren weder gechipt noch kastriert und wurden nicht gesucht. Da die beiden sehr anhänglich und freundlich sind, wurden sie im Tierheim von SOS Dogs in Sisterea aufgenommen. Dort wurden sie gechipt, entwurmt, geimpft und kastriert. Harvey wartet nun auf ein schönes Zuhause in Deutschland. Gern hilft der ITV Grenzenlos bei der Suche. Der ältere Harvey war nur noch Haut und Knochen, sehr schwach und konnte kaum noch laufen. Er musste wahrscheinlich oft unter Hunger leiden und ist deshalb auch futterneidisch. Er wurde in Sisterea aufgepäppelt und ist jetzt in einem guten körperlichen Zustand. Harvey ist trotz seines Alter recht fit und möchte noch viel erleben. Er zeigt sich jedem gegenüber freundlich und nett. An das Leben in einem Haus wird er sich schnell gewöhnen und es genießen. Der lustige sympathische Rüde versteht sich gut mit den anderen Hunden im Tierheim, nur bei seinem Essen kennt er kein Pardon. Er sucht einen ruhigen Platz bei Menschen mit etwas Hundeerfahrung und Verständnis. Er geht bereits gut an der Leine. Harvey wurde im Dezember 2015 geboren und ist 45 cm groß. Im Tierheim ist er seit Juni 2026. Vor der Ausreise bekommt er noch einen Blutschnelltest. Er ist dann reisefertig und könnte mit dem nächsten Transport des ITV Grenzenlos ausreisen. Bitte rufen sie an, wenn sie Harvey helfen möchten: oder . Harvey im Video:

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 11 years

Location

🇩🇪Essel

Shelter

ITV Grenzenlos e.V.

Living with Harvey

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Harvey

What life with Harvey looks like

Harvey is a medium-sized 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. 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 Harvey, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Harvey?: 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 Harvey on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Harvey 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey 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.