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Joey

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Joey (born 01/2021), affectionately nicknamed "Hüttenjoey" by Tanja during her trips to Romania, has taken a big step toward a new life. For over two years he had hardly left his shelter hut. When he arrived at his foster home in Germany on September 5, he was frozen with fear. Today he is still a very anxious dog, but his progress is impressive, and his foster family is incredibly proud of him. Slowly, Joey is beginning to discover his new world. He now dares to lie down on the couch next to his trusted person on his own initiative. He is far from being a cuddly teddy bear, but for Joey, this self-chosen closeness is already a great sign of trust. In his own cautious way, he shows that he is starting to feel safer. New sides of him are also becoming visible outdoors. On walks, Joey curiously explores his surroundings and likes to jump into a stream now and then. Perhaps a sporty fellow is slumbering inside him, one who will later enjoy activities together. He already runs along well in a pack and keeps nicely to his trusted person on the leash. Joey belongs to the so-called "Abandoned" dogs, dogs taken in by supposed animal protectors and then left behind under catastrophic conditions. His long time in the shelter has left its marks. All the more wonderful it is to see Joey gradually overcoming his fear, step by step, and cautiously beginning to take part in life. It will still take a while until he can feel safe and relaxed as a house dog. His foster family is continually working to strengthen his self-confidence and to show him that he is no longer defenseless against his surroundings. This requires a great deal of patience, understanding, and people who see even small progress for what it truly is for a dog like Joey: major successes. Joey is not yet ready for the official

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Joey (geb. 01/2021), von Tanja bei ihren Rumänienreisen liebevoll „Hüttenjoey“ genannt, hat einen großen Schritt in ein neues Leben geschafft. Über zwei Jahre hatte er seine Hütte kaum verlassen. Als er am 5. September auf seiner Pflegestelle in Deutschland ankam, war er vor Angst wie erstarrt. Heute ist er noch immer ein sehr ängstlicher Hund, doch seine Entwicklung ist beeindruckend – und seine Pflegestelle unglaublich stolz auf ihn.Langsam beginnt Joey, seine neue Welt zu entdecken. Er traut sich inzwischen, sich von sich aus neben seine Bezugsperson auf die Couch zu legen. Ein verschmuster Kuschelbär ist er noch lange nicht, aber für Joey ist bereits diese selbst gewählte Nähe ein großer Vertrauensbeweis. Er zeigt auf seine ganz eigene, vorsichtige Art, dass er beginnt, sich sicherer zu fühlen.Auch draußen werden neue Seiten an ihm sichtbar. Bei Spaziergängen erkundet Joey neugierig seine Umgebung und hüpft gerne einmal in einen Bach. Vielleicht schlummert in ihm sogar ein sportlicher Kerl, der später Freude an gemeinsamen Aktivitäten entwickelt. Im Rudel läuft er bereits richtig gut mit und orientiert sich an der Leine schön an seiner Bezugsperson.Joey gehört zu den sogenannten „Verlassenen“ – Hunden, die von angeblichen Tierschützern aufgenommen und anschließend unter katastrophalen Bedingungen zurückgelassen wurden. Die lange Zeit im Shelter hat Spuren hinterlassen. Umso schöner ist es zu sehen, dass Joey Schritt für Schritt aus seiner Angst herausfindet und vorsichtig beginnt, am Leben teilzunehmen.Bis er sich als Haushund sicher und entspannt fühlen kann, wird es noch dauern. Seine Pflegestelle arbeitet kontinuierlich daran, sein Selbstvertrauen zu stärken und ihm zu zeigen, dass er seiner Umwelt nicht mehr schutzlos ausgeliefert ist. Dafür braucht es viel Geduld, Verständnis und Menschen, die auch kleine Fortschritte als das sehen, was sie für einen Hund wie Joey sind: große Erfolge.Joey ist noch nicht bereit für die offizielle

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Joey
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Joey home

What you'll need for Joey 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 Joey

What life with Joey looks like

Joey is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Joey, answered.

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