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My name is Horst and I am likely a pigeon boy (maybe also a girl, that is unfortunately hard to tell). I have been at the animal shelter for a year now, as a found animal. Probably I am a leftover from a wedding release where unfortunately people believe that animal cruelty is a sign of love. Due to my beautiful white plumage, I cannot simply be released, as I would immediately become prey. Currently, I live in the aviary and am mostly alone despite my roommates. In the winter, I spend my time with Gertrud in the indoor area, but she will be released into the wild in the spring. By then, I will be alone and looking forward to a new family with a closed aviary. Ideally, it would be pigeon enthusiasts with several birds who would be happy to have one more!

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Mein Name ist Horst und ich bin vermutlich ein Täubchen-Junge (vielleicht auch ein Mädchen, das ist leider schwer erkennbar). Ich bin bereits seit einem Jahr im Tierheim, kam als Fundtier. Vermutlich bin ich ein Überbleibsel einer Hochzeitsgesellschaft, die leider dem Irrglauben verfallen ist, dass Tierquälerei ein Zeichen der Liebe sei. Aufgrund meines schönen weißen Federkleids kann ich nicht einfach freigelassen werden, da ich sofort zur Beute werde. Derzeit lebe ich in der Voliere und bin dort trotz Mitbewohner meistens alleine. Den Winter verbringe ich in der Innenhaltung mit Gertrud, die aber im Frühjahr in die Wildnis entlassen wird. Spätestens dann bin ich alleine und freue mich auf eine neue Familie mit geschlossener Voliere. Bestenfalls handelt es sich dabei um Taubenliebhaber mit mehreren Tieren und die sich über eines mehr freuen würden!

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🇩🇪Germany
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Tierheim Hassberge
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Listed 5 days ago

About Horst

What life with Horst looks like

Horst is a adult mixed breed animal waiting at Tierheim Hassberge in Germany.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Horst far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

🇩🇪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 Horst, answered.

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