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Mixed Breed · Unknown

A powerhouse with a heart of gold: The noble Iran is searching for his dream family! Sometimes, it’s almost miraculous how forgiving a dog’s heart can be. Iran’s past was dark: He was rescued from the hands of his tormentor by the local police—without veterinary care and under utterly inhumane conditions. Yet despite these terrible experiences, this noble male dog has retained his unwavering trust in us humans. Iran isn’t at all resentful; instead, he shows his best side: friendly, affectionate, highly intelligent (as is typical for his breed), and endowed with a deeply loyal soul. He’s an active companion full of zest for life! Today, Iran simply radiates energy and joy. At the shelter, he’s a real favorite—he gets along wonderfully with all other dogs, loves playing more than anything, and adores dashing across meadows and letting off steam to his heart’s content. Even the animal welfare association’s photographer raves about him as an exceptionally sociable and obedient dog. Iran is at the perfect age to learn lots of new things and grow closely bonded with his people. He has a medium to high energy level and is therefore looking for humans who are just as active as he is!

DE·Show original

Kraftpaket mit Herz aus Gold: Der edle Iran sucht seine Traumfamilie! Manchmal grenzt es an ein Wunder, wie vergebungsbereit das Herz eines Hundes sein kann. Irans Vergangenheit war dunkel: Er wurde von der örtlichen Polizei aus den Händen seines Peinigers befreit – ohne tierärztliche Versorgung und unter unzumutbaren Bedingungen. Doch trotz dieser schlimmen Erfahrungen hat sich dieser edle Rüde sein unerschütterliches Vertrauen in uns Menschen bewahrt. Iran ist kein bisschen nachtragend, sondern zeigt sich von seiner besten Seite: freundlich, anhänglich, hoch intelligent (rassetypisch) und mit einer zutiefst treuen Seele. Ein aktiver Wegbegleiter voller Lebensfreude! Heute sprüht Iran nur so vor Energie und Lebenslust. Im Tierheim ist er ein echter Liebling: Er versteht sich blendend mit allen anderen Hunden, spielt für sein Leben gern und liebt es, über die Wiesen zu flitzen und sich richtig auszutoben. Selbst der Fotograf des Tierschutzvereins schwärmt von ihm als einen ganz außergewöhnlichen, geselligen und gehorsamen Hund. Iran befindet sich im perfekten Alter, um noch jede Menge zu lernen und eng mit seinen Menschen zusammenzuwachsen. Er besitzt ein mittleres bis hohes Energielevel und sucht daher Menschen, die genauso aktiv sind wie er!

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Iran
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Europa · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Iran home

What you'll need for Iran in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Iran

What life with Iran looks like

Iran is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

München, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Iran, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Iran?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein Europa handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Iran on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Iran if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Europa 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Iran 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 Iran 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 Tierschutzverein Europa early rather than rehoming privately; they know Iran 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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