How do I contact the shelter about Marisa?

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 Marisa on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Marisa 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 Marisa 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 Marisa 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 Marisa 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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Adopt Marisa

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

General Name: Marisa Gender: female Dog neutered: Yes Born approximately: 2020 / 2021 Size approximately: 30cm Accommodation: Romania Sponsors: no reserved: no Character Marisa shows to be very people-oriented and affectionate in her foster home. The little mouse brings a smile to everyone's face with her cute manner. She is described by her foster family as very friendly and loving. Important to know: She has a tracheal collapse. This is a chronic, progressive disease in which the tracheal cartilage (especially in small dog breeds) lose their stability and collapse. Typical symptoms are a dry, "goose-like" cough, difficulty breathing and cyanosis, often triggered by excitement or pressure on the neck. Marisa requires anti-inflammatory medication and is currently not impaired. However, it is a progressive course. She gets along well with other animals. Compatibility with cats can be tested. Past Marisa was found by helpful people on the street in the cold and brought to warmth. She has temporary shelter and is allowed to live integrated in her foster family as long as she hasn't found her own home. Nothing else is known about her past. She probably comes from the street or was abandoned there. Notes The parent animals are unknown, so no information can be given about the included breeds.

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Allgemein Name: Marisa Geschlecht: Hündin Kastriert: Ja Geboren ca. : 2020 / 2021 Größe ca. : 30cm Aufenthaltsort: Rumänien Paten: nein reserviert: nein Charakter Marisa zeigt sich auf ihrer Pflegestelle sehr menschenbezogen und nähesuchend. Die kleine Maus zaubert allen ein Lächeln ins Gesicht mit ihrer niedlichen Art. Sie wird von ihrer Pflegestelle als sehr freundlich und lieb beschrieben. Wichtig zu wissen: Sie hat ein Trachealkollaps. Dies ist eine chronische, fortschreitende Erkrankung, bei der die Luftröhrenknorpel (besonders bei kleinen Hunderassen) ihre Stabilität verlieren und zusammenfallen. Typische Symptome sind ein trockener, „gänsegurgelnder“ Husten, Atemnot und Zyanose, oft ausgelöst durch Aufregung oder Druck auf den Hals. Marisa ist auf entzündungshemmende Medikamente angewiesen und ist aktuell nicht beeinträchtigt. Es handelt sich jedoch um ein progressiven Verlauf. Mit Artgenossen verträgt sie sich gut. Eine Verträglichkeit mit Katzen kann getestet werden. Vergangenheit Marisa wurde von hilfsbereiten Menschen in der Kälte auf der Straße gefunden und ins Warme geholt. Sie hat vorübergehend ein Dach über dem Kopf und darf integriert in ihrer Pflegefamilie leben, solange sie kein eigenes Zuhause gefunden hat. Weiteres ist über ihre Vergangenheit nicht 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

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇩🇪Dorsten

Shelter

Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V.

Living with Marisa

✓Spayed
✓Good with cats

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About Marisa

What life with Marisa looks like

Marisa is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. in Dorsten.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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. 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 Marisa, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Marisa?: 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 Marisa on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Marisa 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 Marisa 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 Marisa 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 Marisa 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.