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Marky

Mixed Breed · Male

Today we introduce you to our Marky. The playful black mixed breed has captured the hearts of our helpers with a storm of charm. The neutered male dog is the charmer of the pack, easily integrating into it without any problems. He shows curiosity and is generous with gestures of affection towards people who show interest. He also gets along well with children and is therefore an ideal family dog, as long as no cats are among the household residents. The little treasure still hasn't mastered the basic commands perfectly, but with some focused training, our Marky will quickly learn the complete dog ABC. The friendly dog loves long walks and is well attuned to his handler, walking neatly on a leash. In the car, he behaves impeccably and even enjoys the most remote excursion destinations. After a varied day, it's the greatest for the magical young male dog to snuggle and cuddle with his people for a long time. We are convinced that a family willing to invest some time in training will receive a loyal companion for a long dog life, who will repay this opportunity with endless love and kisses. Marky deserves a loving home that understands his needs and supports him with care and patience.

DE·Show original

Heute stellen wir Ihnen unseren Marky vor. Der lustige schwarze Mischling hat die Herzen unserer Helfer im Sturm erobert. Der kastrierte Rüde ist der Charmebolzen im Rudel, in das er sich problemlos integriert hat. Er zeigt sich neugierig und spart nicht mit Gesten der Zuneigung an ihm interessierter Menschen. Auch mit Kindern kommt er gut zurecht und eignet sich daher ideal als großartiger Familienhund, solange keine Katzen zu den Mitbewohnern im Haushalt gehören. Wichtige Grundkommandos beherrscht der kleine Schatz noch nicht perfekt, aber mit sinnvollem Training wird der sehr aufmerksame Marky im Nu das komplette Hunde Einmaleins erlernen. Ausgedehnte Spaziergänge liebt der freundliche Hund, orientiert sich dabei gut an seinem Halter und läuft ordentlich an der Leine. Im Auto fährt er vorbildlich und gern auch zu den entlegensten Ausflugszielen. Nach einem abwechslungsreichen Tag ist es das Größte für den zauberhaften jungen Rüden lange und intensiv mit seinen Menschen zu schmusen und zu kuscheln. Wir sind überzeugt, dass eine Familie, die bereit ist, etwas Zeit in das Training zu investieren, einen treuen Begleiter für eine langes Hundeleben erhält, der sich für diese Chance mit unendlich viel Liebe und Küsschen revanchieren wird. Marky verdient ein liebevolles Zuhause, das seine Bedürfnisse versteht und ihn mit Fürsorge und Geduld unterstützt.

Size
Small
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
Living with Marky
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · LaufLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Marky home

What you'll need for Marky 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 Marky

What life with Marky looks like

Marky is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

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.

Lauf, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Marky, answered.

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