How do I contact the shelter about Merlin?

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

Can I adopt Merlin if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Starnberg 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 Merlin 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 Merlin 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 Starnberg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Merlin 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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Merlin

Mixed Breed · Male

Merlin is a cheerful and very people-oriented young male dog who loves being close to humans. At first, he is mostly a bit unsure, but he strongly orientates himself towards his primary caregiver and gains trust quickly with the right support. In doing so, he also brings a certain protective instinct. He enjoys being out, loves long walks, splashing in the stream, and wants to explore the world together with his people. With female dogs, he gets along well, but he can be a bit unsure with male dogs. He is still in the middle of learning, but he shows a very cooperative attitude and has great fun working together with his person. For him, we wish for experienced, active people who can give him security, clear guidance, and connection – but no children should live in his new home. If you are interested in this animal, please contact our dog team at or fill out the contact form.

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Merlin ist ein fröhlicher und sehr menschenbezogener junger Rüde, der die Nähe zu Menschen liebt. Anfangs ist er meist noch etwas unsicher, orientiert sich aber stark an seiner Bezugsperson und fasst mit der richtigen Unterstützung schnell Vertrauen. Dabei bringt er rassetypisch auch einen gewissen Schutzinstinkt mit. Er ist gerne draußen unterwegs, liebt lange Spaziergänge, im Bach zu plantschen und möchte gemeinsam mit seinen Menschen die Welt entdecken. Mit Hündinnen versteht er sich gut, bei Rüden ist er ab und zu noch etwas unsicher. Er steckt noch mitten im Lernen, zeigt sich aber sehr kooperativ und hat große Freude daran, mit seinem Menschen zusammenzuarbeiten. Für ihn wünschen wir uns erfahrene, aktive Menschen, die ihm Sicherheit, klare Führung und Anschluss geben – in seinem neuen Zuhause sollten jedoch keine Kinder leben. Bei Interessen melden Sie sich bitte bei unserem Hundeteam unter oder unter . Anfrage absenden Wenn Sie sich für dieses Tier interessieren, füllen Sie bitte das Kontaktformular aus oder nehmen Sie Kontakt mit unserem Hundeteam unter auf.

Size

Large

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Starnberg

Shelter

Tierheim Starnberg

Living with Merlin

✕Good with kids

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Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Merlin home

What you'll need for Merlin in week one.

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About Merlin

What life with Merlin looks like

Merlin is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Starnberg in Starnberg.

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 Merlin, answered.

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