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Janine

German Shorthaired Pointer · Female · Senior · 15 years

Janine the ball python came to the shelter due to a move and is now looking for a new home with responsible reptile enthusiasts. The calm snake remains relaxed when handled and spends her day in her hiding place. Janine becomes active mainly in the evening and night hours, when she curiously explores her terrarium. For her new home, Janine wants a spacious, well-structured terrarium with suitable temperature zones, retreats, and appropriate furnishings. Ideally, her future owners should already have experience with keeping snakes or be willing to carefully learn about their needs.

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Königpython Janine kam wegen eines Umzuges ins Tierheim und sucht nun ein neues Zuhause bei verantwortungsvollen Reptilienfreund*innen. Die ruhige Schlange zeigt sich im Umgang gelassen und verbringt den Tag gerne in ihrem Versteck. Aktiv wird Janine vor allem in den Abend- und Nachtstunden, wenn sie neugierig ihr Terrarium erkundet. Für ihr neues Zuhause wünscht sich Janine ein grosszügiges, gut strukturiertes Terrarium mit passenden Temperaturzonen, Rückzugsmöglichkeiten und einer artgerechten Einrichtung. Idealerweise bringen ihre zukünftigen Halter*innen bereits Erfahrung mit der Haltung von Schlangen mit oder sind bereit, sich sorgfältig in ihre Bedürfnisse einzuarbeiten.

Size
Age
Senior · 15 years
Location
🇨🇭Zürich
Shelter
Zürcher Tierschutz
Living with Janine
  • Spayed
Cared for by Zürcher Tierschutz · ZürichLearn about German Shorthaired Pointer

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Janine home

What you'll need for Janine 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 Janine

What life with Janine looks like

Janine is a senior german shorthaired pointer dog waiting at Zürcher Tierschutz in Zürich.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Zürich, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Janine, answered.

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