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Marley

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Marley is fundamentally an insecure dog. He takes time to trust people and needs a getting-to-know-you period before he opens up. He also doesn't get along with other dogs. The lack of socialization is noticeable here. However, simple encounters during walks are no longer a problem. In general, he is very attentive on the leash and walks nicely. Once he has given his heart away, he is a very cuddly and loving fellow. If Marley is given the chance, he will surely blossom. He is a clever boy and has quickly learned the basic commands. Who will give him new hope?

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Marley ist grundsätzlich ein unsicherer Hund. Er vertraut den Menschen erst nach einer Kennenlernphase. Auch mit Artgenossen kommt Marley nicht klar. Die fehlende Sozialisierung macht sich hier bemerkbar. Allerdings sind reine Begegnungen beim Spaziergang kein Problem mehr. Allgemein ist er an der Leine sehr aufmerksam und geht brav. Hat er sein Herz erstmal verschenkt, ist er ein sehr verschmuster und liebevoller Kerl. Wenn man Marley die Chance gibt, wird er bestimmt aufblühen. Er ist ein schlauer Bub und hat auch die Grundkommandos schnell erlernt. Wer schenkt ihm neue Hoffnung?

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇦🇹Graz

Shelter

Tierheim Arche Noah

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Bringing Marley home

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About Marley

What life with Marley looks like

Marley is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Arche Noah in Graz.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Marley, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Marley?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Arche Noah handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Marley on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Marley if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Arche Noah 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Marley 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 Marley 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 Tierheim Arche Noah early rather than rehoming privately; they know Marley 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.