How do I contact the shelter about Mara?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Glück für Pfoten 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 — Glück für Pfoten 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 Glück für Pfoten 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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Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 4 months

Mara is a small puppy from Kima and is just at the very beginning of her life. She is loving, appropriately playful for her age, and is just starting to explore the world. Everything is still new to her, and she is developing step by step. Mara is looking for a loving home where she can grow up in peace and get to know the beautiful sides of life. our shelter – The Path to a New Life – Phone and Email included with safety harness. Since we are working, we might only be able to respond to you several hours later. It's best to contact the above-mentioned mediator in writing (by email or WhatsApp) and request a callback (don't forget to provide your phone number if necessary). Please have some patience! Our charges travel with Traces and are rehomed exclusively within Germany (nationwide). If you are interested in adopting a dog and live in a rental property, please arrange for a written confirmation from your landlord that keeping (an additional or new) dog is permitted. We place dogs in homes without an elevator up to the 2nd floor only, to prevent health issues.

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Mara ist eine kleine Welpenhündin von Kima und steht noch ganz am Anfang ihres Lebens. Sie ist lieb, altersentsprechend verspielt und beginnt gerade erst, die Welt zu entdecken. Alles ist noch neu für sie und sie entwickelt sich Schritt für Schritt weiter. Mara sucht ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie in Ruhe groß werden und die schönen Seiten des Lebens kennenlernen darf. Glück für Pfoten e.V. – Der Weg in ein neues Leben – Tel. und WhatsApp: Mail: Schutzgebühr: 440 € inkl. Sicherheitsgeschirr Da wir berufstätig sind, können wir uns u. U. erst einige Stunden später bei Ihnen zurückmelden. Am besten kontaktieren Sie die o. g. Vermittlerin zunächst schriftlich (per E-Mail oder WhatsApp) und bitten um Rückruf (ggf. Mitteilung der Telefonnummer nicht vergessen). Bitte haben Sie etwas Geduld! Unsere Schützlinge reisen mit Traces und werden ausschließlich nach Deutschland (deutschlandweit) vermittelt. Insofern Sie sich für einen Hund bewerben möchten und zur Miete leben, organisieren Sie bitte eine schriftliche Vermieterbescheinigung darüber, dass die Haltung eines (weiteren oder neuen) Hundes erlaubt ist. Wir vermitteln Hunde, insofern kein Fahrstuhl vorhanden ist, maximal ins 2. OG, um gesundheitlichen Einschränkungen vorzubeugen. Im Rahmen der

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Puppy · 4 months

Location

🇩🇪Dortmund

Shelter

Glück für Pfoten e.V.

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About Mara

What life with Mara looks like

Mara is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Glück für Pfoten e.V. in Dortmund.

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.

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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. Glück für Pfoten 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 — Glück für Pfoten 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 Glück für Pfoten 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.