How do I contact the shelter about Kitty?

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

Can I adopt Kitty if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierhilfe Franken 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is Kitty 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 Kitty 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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Kitty 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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Kitty

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 4 months

Kitty comes from Nuremberg and had to leave her home because her owner received a ban on keeping animals. The charming female dog has retained her cheerful nature despite everything. She is an incredibly open, affectionate and people-oriented female dog who loves to be in the thick of things. She loves people with all her heart and enjoys every attention. Whoever gets to know Kitty immediately falls in love with the little Strubbelprinzessin. With her manageable size and charming nature, she is the perfect companion. Whether everyday life, a visit to a café or a holiday, Kitty is always happy to join in and drives relaxed in the car. Walks are among her highlights and a securely fenced garden would be her absolute dream. She also loves food, for which the little gourmet would do just about anything. This can be good for training. Kitty has lived with a female dog and generally likes other dogs. She would love to make friends with every dog and often shows her enthusiasm at dog encounters through joyful barking or howling. She just can't contain her joy. The clever female dog is looking for a loving home and people who are just as cheerful as she is and are looking forward to adventures together. With her open heart, her always good mood and her friendly nature, Kitty brings a lot of joy into the lives of her people.

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Kitty kommt aus Nürnberg und musste ihr Zuhause verlassen, weil ihre Besitzerin ein Tierhalteverbot erhalten hat. Die bezaubernde Hündin hat sich trotz allem ihr fröhliches Wesen bewahrt. Sie ist eine unglaublich aufgeschlossene, verschmuste und menschenbezogene Hündin, die am liebsten immer mittendrin statt nur dabei ist. Sie liebt Menschen von ganzem Herzen und und genießt jede Aufmerksamkeit. Wer Kitty einmal kennenlernt, schließt die kleine Strubbelprinzessin sofort ins Herz. Mit ihrer handlichen Größe und charmanten Art ist sie die perfekte Begleiterin. Egal ob Alltag, Cafébesuch oder Urlaub, Kitty ist überall gerne dabei und fährt im Auto entspannt mit. Spaziergänge gehören zu ihren Highlights und ein sicher eingezäunter Garten wäre ihr absoluter Traum. Ebenso liebt sie Futter, dafür würde die kleine Genießerin so einiges tun. Das kann man gut fürs Training nutzen. Kitty hat mit einer Hündin zusammengelebt und findet Artgenossen grundsätzlich gut. Sie würde gern mit jedem Hund Freundschaft schließen und zeigt ihre Begeisterung bei Hundebegegnungen oft durch freudiges Bellen oder Jaulen. Sie kann ihre Freude einfach nicht für sich behalten. Die pfiffige Hundedame wünscht sich ein liebevolles Zuhause und Menschen, die genauso fröhlich sind wie sie und sich auf gemeinsame Abenteuer freuen. Mit ihrem offenen Herzen, ihrer stets guten Laune und ihrem freundlichen Wesen bringt Kitty ganz viel Freude mit ins Leben ihrer Menschen.

Size

Small

Age

Puppy · 4 months

Location

🇩🇪Lauf

Shelter

Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · Lauf Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Kitty home

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About Kitty

What life with Kitty looks like

Kitty is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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.

Lauf, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kitty, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Kitty?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierhilfe Franken e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Kitty on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Kitty if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierhilfe Franken 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Kitty 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 Kitty 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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Kitty 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.