How do I contact the shelter about Ivy?

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

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

Is Ivy 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 Ivy 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 Ivy 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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Ivy

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 20 years

This is Ivy: her shining eyes, her reserved gaze, and the hope that somewhere out there in the vast world, someone will recognize at first sight what a wonderful little girl Ivy is. For the photoshoot, she behaves very obediently, a bit uncertain about what is expected of her... She has surely been taken from the cold kennel of her large animal shelter, where she has had to live since puppyhood, and brought to an unfamiliar photo studio. This says a lot about this sweet female dog: Ivy knows little of life outside the kennel, yet she very lovingly adapts to the new situation. She is absolutely friendly, shy, and initially reacts with a surprised and reserved demeanor when petted and stroked. She is not used to being petted so often, but she will quickly learn how good it feels. For Ivy to thrive, she needs a loving person and a real home. She needs a soft dog bed, a full food bowl, and those wonderful cuddles. Ivy has spent her entire young life at the animal shelter. Now we hope that for the pretty Ivy with her brown-black fur, cute black ears, white spot on her chest, and lovely, shiny eyes, a dream will come true: living with people who know what a female dog like Ivy needs. With time, a bit of patience, lots of love, and no pressure, Ivy will adapt to a new life. How beautiful it would be to take walks in nature! To be allowed to sniff in the grass! To run! She is already used to a leash, but she will need training. With patience and fun (treats?), she will surely learn lovingly and become a very obedient companion. Since Ivy is a small diamond in the rough, a person or persons with a quiet home who have the joy and time to support Ivy and show her "the world" through beautiful walks and outings would be suitable. A family with older, understanding, patient children would also be suitable. A small, fenced garden where she can sniff around and move freely would be perfect. A friendly only dog in her new environment would ease her transition, but it is not essential. © 2006-2024 by animal welfare association Europa e.V.

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Das ist Ivy: ihre glänzenden Augen, ihr zurückhaltender Blick und die Hoffnung, dass da draußen in der weiten Welt jemand ist, der auf den ersten Blick erkennt, was für ein wunderbares Hundemädchen Ivy ist. Für das Fotoshooting macht sie alles sehr brav mit, etwas verunsichert, was da wohl von ihr verlangt wird… Sicherlich ist sie aus einem kalten Zwinger ihres riesigen Tierheims, wo sie seit ihrer Welpenzeit leben muss, geholt worden und ins ihr fremde Fotostudio gebracht worden. Es sagt viel über diese süße Hündin aus: Ivy kennt nicht viel, nur das Leben im Zwinger und trotzdem passt sie sich sehr lieb der neuen Situation an. Sie ist absolut freundlich, schüchtern und reagiert bei jedem Streicheln und Liebkosen zunächst verwundert-zurückhaltend. Sie kennt es nicht, gestreichelt so oft zu werden, aber sie wird schnell lernen, wie schön es sich anfühlt. Dazu braucht Ivy einen liebevollen Menschen und ein echtes Zuhause. Sie braucht ein weiches Hundebett und einen gefüllten Fressnapf und eben die wunderschönen Streicheleinheiten. Ivy hat ihr ganzes noch junges Leben im Tierheim verbracht. Nun hoffen wir, dass sich für die hübsche Ivy mit ihrem braun-schwarzen Fell, den niedlichen schwarzen Öhrchen, dem weißen Fleck auf ihrer Brust und den fein eingerahmten lieben, glänzenden Augen ein Traum erfüllt: Leben bei Menschen, die wissen, was eine Hündin wie Ivy braucht. Mit Zeit, etwas Geduld, viel Liebe und ohne Druck wird sich Ivy in einem neuen Leben eingewöhnen. Wie schön wären Spaziergänge in der Natur! Im Gras schnüffeln zu dürfen! Laufen! An die Leine gewöhnt ist sie bereits, allerdings wird ihr Training fehlen. Mit Geduld und Spaß (Leckerlies?) wird sie sicherlich liebend gerne lernen und eine sehr folgsame Begleiterin werden. Da Ivy ein kleiner Rohdiamant ist, wäre eine Person/Personen mit einem ruhigen Zuhause passend, die Freude und Zeit haben, Ivy zu fördern und ihr „die Welt“ zeigen – durch schöne Spaziergänge und Unternehmungen. Natürlich ist auch eine Familie mit größeren, verständnisvollen, geduldigen Kindern passend. Ein kleiner, eingezäunter Garten, wo sie schnüffeln und sich bewegen darf, wäre traumhaft. Ein freundlicher Ersthund in ihrer neuen Lebensumgebung würde ihr das Eingewöhnen erleichtern, ist aber nicht unbedingt notwendig. © 2006-2024 by Tierschutzverein Europa e.V. - All rights reserved

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 20 years

Location

🇩🇪München

Shelter

Tierschutzverein Europa

Living with Ivy

✓Neutered
✓Good with kids

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About Ivy

What life with Ivy looks like

Ivy is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa 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 Ivy, answered.

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