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Meiko

Belgian Tervuren · Male · Senior · 10 years

Meiko, Tervueren, is still in the getting-to-know phase with us. He shows a friendly but assertive demeanor towards the caretakers. He is not a jumper at the fence. We suspect that he hasn't had much opportunity to learn about working with people (never learned to work together with humans). As a result, he tends to show more of a "do what I want" attitude when he's in the shelter. Good leadership qualities are therefore in demand… Due to an autoimmune condition (has a sore nose and sore feet), he must take medication for the rest of his life. However, this is not a problem. It would be wonderful for Meiko if he could still find a home where he can experience affection and good leadership…

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Meiko, Tervueren, ist bei uns noch in der Kennenlern-Phase. Er zeigt sich gegenüber den Pflegern freundlich, aber auch bestimmt. Er ist kein Raufer am Zaun. Wir vermuten, dass er nicht gross etwas lernen durfte (nie gelernt mit dem Menschen zusammen zu arbeiten). Im Auslauf zeigt er sich daher bei uns eher als ein Hund, der am liebsten einfach macht, was er will. Gute Führungseigenschaften sind also gefragt…. Aufgrund einer Autoimmunerkrankung (hat eine wunde Nase und wunde Füsse) muss er daher lebenslang Medikamente nehmen. Dies ist aber kein Problem. Es wäre schön für Meiko, wenn er noch ein Zuhause finden würde, wo er Zuwendung und gute Führung erfahren darf…

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇨🇭Nesslau
Shelter
Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Meiko home

What you'll need for Meiko in week one.

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  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
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    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 Meiko

What life with Meiko looks like

Meiko is a large senior belgian tervuren dog waiting at Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau in Nesslau.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Meiko, answered.

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