How do I contact the shelter about Ilias?

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

Can I adopt Ilias if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Menschen für Tiere 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 Ilias 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 Ilias 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 Menschen für Tiere early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ilias 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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Ilias

Mixed Breed · Male

Ilias 04/2023 | male Hello, I am Ilias. Since a few days, I am living at our shelter and slowly getting used to my new surroundings. I am not entirely at ease yet; in new situations and with strangers, I remain uncertain. However, I am gradually getting used to the daily routine here and beginning to trust. I need people who can read me and do not take my reserve personally. Hectic, pressure, or high expectations overwhelm me. Calmness, clear structures, and reliable routines give me security. What is important to me is a stable environment where I can be myself without having to function. People with patience, empathy, and ideally some dog experience fit me best. Those who are willing to give me time and value small progress will see how I gradually open up and build trust. Closeness is not something I take for granted; it must grow.

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Ilias 04/2023 | männlich Hallo, ich bin Ilias. Seit ein paar Tagen lebe ich nun auf dem Tierschutzhof und langsam taue ich auf. Ganz sorglos bin ich noch nicht, in neuen Situationen und mit fremde Menschen bin ich weiterhin unsicher. Aber ich gewöhne mich Schritt für Schritt an den Alltag hier und beginne, Vertrauen zu fassen. Ich brauche Menschen, die mich lesen können und meine Zurückhaltung nicht persönlich nehmen. Hektik, Druck oder hohe Erwartungen überfordern mich. Ruhe, klare Strukturen und verlässliche Abläufe geben mir Sicherheit. Wichtig ist mir ein stabiles Umfeld, in dem ich ankommen darf, ohne funktionieren zu müssen. Menschen mit Geduld, Einfühlungsvermögen und idealerweise Hundeerfahrung passen am besten zu mir. Wer bereit ist, mir Zeit zu schenken und kleine Fortschritte wertzuschätzen, wird erleben, wie ich mich weiter öffne und Vertrauen aufbaue. Nähe ist bei mir nichts Selbstverständliches, sondern etwas, das wachsen darf. zum Kontaktformular Ilisa Ilisa Ilias Lavinia & Ilias Ilias Ilias Ilias

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🇩🇪Oberndorf a.N.

Shelter

Menschen für Tiere

Cared for by Menschen für Tiere · Oberndorf a.N.Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Ilias home

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About Ilias

What life with Ilias looks like

Ilias is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Menschen für Tiere in Oberndorf a.N..

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.

Oberndorf a.N., Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ilias, answered.

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