How do I contact the shelter about Max?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. ITV Grenzenlos e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Max on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Max if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — ITV Grenzenlos 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 Max 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 Max 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 ITV Grenzenlos e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Max 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 · Male · Adult · 4 years

Max comes from Romania and was microchipped and registered in an online registry book in October 2022. He was adopted as a young dog and lived in the village of Botean in Romania. According to his owner, he is fond of wandering away from home to take a stroll around the house. One day, he got caught in a trap that remained around his neck, severely injuring him. Max was not caught again, and his owner no longer cared for him. He was then given to the animal shelter in Sisterea. Finally, animal friends were able to catch him. Max spent several days at the practice of Dr. Laci the vet. His large gaping wound was treated, and Max has recovered relatively quickly. Now, the open wound on his neck has healed, leaving a scar. At the animal shelter Sisterea, he was fattened up and socialized. He was initially traumatized and very insecure. Now, he is waiting for a new, suitable home where people have a lot of understanding for the poor fellow. The ITV Grenzenlos wants to help him. The imposing brown Max is intelligent and open-minded. He is very people-oriented and needs a lot of affection and attention. He seeks active, dog-experienced people who can spend a lot of time with him and set clear rules. Despite his size, Max is a gentle, clingy male dog. He is cuddly and affectionate but full of energy and readiness for action. Max gets along well with other dogs and walks calmly on a leash. Max was born in January 2022 and is 58 cm tall. He has been at the animal shelter since February 2026, where he was vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered. Before his travel arrangements, he will have a blood test. If you want to help this poor but lively male dog, contact ITV Grenzenlos: [contact information]. Max in video:

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Max kommt aus Rumänien und wurde laut Online Register-Buch im Oktober 2022 gechipt und registriert. Er wurde als junger Hund adoptiert und lebte in der Ortschaft Botean in Rumänien. Laut seinem Besitzer ist er gern von Zuhause abgehauen, um mal eine Runde ums Haus zu drehen. Eines Tages geriet er in eine Falle, die um seinen Hals stecken blieb. Max wurde schwer verletzt. Er ließ sich nicht mehr einfangen, und sein Besitzer kümmerte sich nicht mehr um ihn. Er gab den Hund ab ins Tierheim von Sisterea. Endlich gelang es den Tierfreunden, ihn einzufangen. Max verbrachte nun mehrere Tage beim Tierarzt Laci in der Praxis. Seine große klaffende Wunde wurde behandelt, und Max hat sich relativ schnell davon erholt. Jetzt ist die offene Wunde am Hals zugewachsen. Geblieben ist eine Narbe. Im Tierheim Sisterea wurde er aufgepäppelt und sozialisiert. Er war anfangs traumatisiert und sehr unsicher. Er wartet jetzt auf ein neues passendes Zuhause, wo die Menschen großes Verständnis für den armen Kerl haben. Der ITV Grenzenlos möchte ihm dabei helfen. Der imposante braune Max ist intelligent und aufgeschlossen. Er ist sehr menschenbezogen und braucht viel Zuwendung und Aufmerksamkeit. Er sucht aktive hundeerfahrene Leute, die viel mit ihm unternehmen und ihm klare Regeln setzen. Trotz seiner Größe ist Max ein sanfter anhänglicher Rüde, er ist verschmust und liebebedürftig aber voller Energie und Tatendrange. Max versteht sich gut mit den anderen Hunden und geht brav an der Leine. Max wurde im Januar 2022 geboren und ist 58 cm groß. Im Tierheim ist er seit Februar 2026. Dort wurde er geimpft, gechipt und kastriert. Vor seiner Ausreise bekommt er einen Bluttest. Wenn Sie diesem armen aber lebhaften Rüden helfen wollen, melden Sie sich beim ITV Grenzenlos: oder . Max im Video:

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇩🇪Essel

Shelter

ITV Grenzenlos e.V.

Living with Max

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Max

What life with Max looks like

Max is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at ITV Grenzenlos e.V. in Essel.

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 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 Max, answered.

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