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Adopt Ikarus

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Adoption requirements adoption process Request this animal now! Adoption requirements adoption process Request this dog now! Ikarus is one of two dogs that have lived near a school for many years. Day after day, this area was probably his home - the playground his observation post, the children's voices his daily routine. Maybe he waited in the mornings when the first students arrived. Maybe he was fed with kindly dropped pieces of bread. Maybe he sought shelter under the stairs or in corners when it got cold. No one knows where he came from originally. Perhaps he was once abandoned. Or perhaps he had to survive on the street all his life. He learned to get by, to be invisible, to adapt. Until someone complained. The Animal Police finally brought him to the Public Shelter in Baia Mare. And so his free, although deprived, life outside the shelter came to an end. But this must not be the end of his story. Not for a dog who has survived outside for so many years. Not for a dog who still holds hope within himself. Ikarus is an approximately 10-year-old medium-sized male dog with a shoulder height of about 55-60 cm. His dark coat is streaked with lighter accents on the face and legs, showing traces of a life well lived. His brown eyes look experienced, calm and attentive. There is dignity and gentleness in his beautiful face. He gets along well with people and other animals. A small peculiarity he has: When he wants attention, he shows it and asks for the love he never experienced in his whole life. In a new home, everything will be foreign to Ikarus at first. A soft bed, fixed routines, closeness in the house - he probably doesn't know any of this. He will need time to adjust. Patience, loving and yet consistent guidance will give him security. A visit to a positive dog training class can help build trust together and show him step by step the world of a family dog. Even an older dog like Ikarus needs mental stimulation - adapted to his age and condition. Walks together, nose work, small puzzles or quiet rituals strengthen not only his body, but also the bond with his humans. For Ikarus we wish an empathetic, warm-hearted home. A place where he no longer has to function or fight. A place where he can just be. His last years should not pass behind bars. They should be filled with security, respect and love. This animal is vaccinated. This animal is microchipped.

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Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt dieses Tier anfragen! Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt diesen Hund anfragen! Ikarus ist einer von zwei Hunden, die viele Jahre rund um eine Schule gelebt haben. Tag für Tag war dieses Gelände wohl sein Zuhause – der Pausenhof sein Beobachtungsposten, die Stimmen der Kinder sein Alltag. Vielleicht hat er morgens gewartet, wenn die ersten Schüler kamen. Vielleicht hat er sich von freundlich fallengelassenen Brotstücken ernährt. Vielleicht hat er Schutz unter Treppen oder in Ecken gesucht, wenn es kalt wurde. Woher er ursprünglich kam, weiß niemand. Möglicherweise wurde er einst ausgesetzt. Vielleicht musste er aber auch schon immer auf der Straße überleben. Er hat gelernt, sich durchzuschlagen, unsichtbar zu sein, sich anzupassen. Bis sich jemand beschwerte. Die Animal Police brachte ihn schließlich ins Public Shelter von Baia Mare. Und so endete sein freies, wenn auch entbehrungsreiches Leben außerhalb des Shelters. Doch das darf nicht das Ende seiner Geschichte sein. Nicht für einen Hund, der so viele Jahre draußen überlebt hat. Nicht für einen Hund, der noch immer Hoffnung in sich trägt. Ikarus ist ein etwa 10 Jahre alter, mittelgroßer Rüde mit ca. 55 – 60 cm Schulterhöhe. Sein dunkles Fell wird von helleren Akzenten im Gesicht und an den Beinen durchzogen mit Spuren eines gelebten Lebens. Seine braunen Augen wirken erfahren, ruhig und aufmerksam. In seinem wunderschönen Gesicht liegen Würde und Sanftmut. Ikarus hatte Glück und durfte das Shelter verlassen. Auf seiner Pflegestelle zeigt sich, dass er vor einer Schule gelebt hat. Denn seine beste Freundin ist die 5-jährige Tochter der Familie. Wenn er Aufmerksamkeit möchte, zeigt er das auch an und fordert die Liebe, die er sein ganzes Leben lang nie erfahren hat. Vor anderen Hunden hat Ikarus lieber seine Ruhe. Ein Zusammenleben mit älteren Hunden könnte möglich sein, die jungen Hüpfer gehen ihm jedoch etwas auf die Nerven. Für Ikarus wünschen wir uns ein warmherziges Zuhause, einen Gnadenplatz. Einen Ort, an dem er nicht mehr funktionieren oder kämpfen muss. Einen Ort, an dem er einfach sein darf. Seine letzten Jahre sollen erfüllt sein von Geborgenheit, Respekt und Liebe. Leider zeigt Ikarus schon etwas Altersschwäche. Er ist in medizinischer Behandlung wegen Inkontinenz. Eventuell kann dies durch Medikamente verbessert werden, aber vollkommen stubenrein wird er wohl nie sein. Bei Interesse melde dich bei uns oder fülle am besten gleich die Selbstauskunft aus. Ikarus zieht geimpft, gechipt, entwurmt und entfloht um. Er wird nach positiver Vorkontrolle in einen liebevollen Gnadenplatz übergeben und mit gültigem EU-Heimtierausweis vermittelt. Wir danken Vanessa B.! Du hast Ikarus seinen Namen und damit eine eigene Identität geschenkt. Stand: 24.05.2026

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Ein Herz für Streuner e.V.
Living with Ikarus
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinated
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Ikarus home

What you'll need for Ikarus 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 Ikarus

What life with Ikarus looks like

Ikarus is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. in München.

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 Ikarus, answered.

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