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Michel

Mixed Breed · Male

Michel Description Michel moved into a foster home in Heinsberg at the beginning of May and now enjoys peace, security, and a regulated daily routine after the hectic shelter life. From the start, he showed he was house-trained and a rather calm, laid-back dog. Michel doesn’t need big sporting adventures – he loves relaxed walks and cozy hours with his people. By now, he happily runs for about 30 minutes at his own pace. He easily puts on his safety harness, and he also enjoys grooming sessions like brushing or having his paws cleaned. His gentle way of demanding cuddles is particularly touching.

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Michel Beschreibung Michel ist Anfang Mai in seine Pflegestelle in Heinsberg gezogen und genießt nach dem hektischen Tierheimalltag heute vor allem Ruhe, Sicherheit und einen geregelten Tagesablauf. Von Anfang an zeigte er sich stubenrein und als eher ruhiger, gemütlicher Hund. Große sportliche Abenteuer braucht Michel nicht – dafür liebt er entspannte Spaziergänge und gemütliche Stunden mit seinen Menschen. Mittlerweile läuft er bereits gerne etwa 30 Minuten in seinem eigenen Tempo. Wird er motiviert, begleitet er seine Menschen aber auch gerne auf Gassi Runden von bis zu einer Stunde. Das Sicherheitsgeschirr lässt er sich problemlos anziehen, und auch Pflegeeinheiten wie Bürsten oder Pfötchen säubern genießt er sehr. Besonders rührend ist seine sanfte Art, Streicheleinheiten einzufordern

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutz-Team e.V.
Living with Michel
  • House-trained
Cared for by Tierschutz-Team e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Michel home

What you'll need for Michel 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
  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 Michel

What life with Michel looks like

Michel is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutz-Team e.V. in Germany.

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 Michel, answered.

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