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Mara

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Mara is a calm and relaxed female dog who has left her wild years behind. Instead of action and adventure, she enjoys leisurely walks, long cuddle sessions, and a cozy spot to lie down. She's a peaceful companion who no longer needs the hustle and bustle and feels most comfortable in a relaxed home with loving people. Mara gets along well with other dogs at the shelter. Her compatibility with cats can be tested. We don't know anything about her past, but she probably came from the streets or was abandoned there. The parents are unknown, so we cannot provide information on the breeds involved.

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Allgemein Name: Mara Geschlecht: Hündin Kastriert: Bei Ausreise kastriert Geboren ca. : 2017/2018 Größe ca. : 30cm Aufenthaltsort: Shelter in Sighetu seit Juni 2026 Paten: nein reserviert: nein Charakter Mara ist eine gemütliche Hundedame, die ihre wilden Jahre hinter sich gelassen hat. Statt Action und Abenteuer genießt sie lieber entspannte Spaziergänge, ausgiebige Kuschelstunden und ein gemütliches Plätzchen auf dem sie liegen kann. Sie ist eine ruhige Begleiterin, die keinen Trubel mehr braucht und sich in einem entspannten Zuhause mit liebevollen Menschen am wohlsten fühlt. Mit Artgenossen im öffentlichen Tierheim verträgt sie sich gut. Eine Verträglichkeit mit Katzen kann getestet werden. Vergangenheit Über die Vergangenheit ist uns nichts bekannt. Vermutlich kommt sie von der Straße oder wurde dort ausgesetzt. Hinweise Die Elterntiere sind nicht bekannt, sodass zu den enthaltenen Rassen keine Auskunft gegeben werden kann.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Dorsten
Shelter
Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V.
Living with Mara
  • Spayed
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. · DorstenLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Mara home

What you'll need for Mara 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
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    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
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    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

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    €20–35

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About Mara

What life with Mara looks like

Mara is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. in Dorsten.

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 Mara, answered.

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