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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Saved straight from the heart: The gentle observer! Sometimes, a single second can determine an entire lifetime. The life of our sweet-as-sugar Podenco-mix puppies almost began with a tragedy: Their heavily pregnant mother was on the verge of losing her babies because their previous owner had planned to terminate the pregnancy just before birth. Thanks to a courageous veterinarian who refused to comply and our shelter team, which sprang into action immediately and found them a loving home, these little miracles were able to see the light of day. For their first few weeks, the puppies spent their time safely nestled close to their mom. However, since they had only a very small enclosure available and had never been outside before, they’re still a bit shy—and the big, wide world is still somewhat unfamiliar to them. That’s why, in the first videos, they appear so calm and reserved. But that’s about to change! Minnesota is a real heartbreaker for people who love quiet, gentle personalities. She’s one of those puppies who initially prefers to take a cautious, safe distance and carefully assess the situation first. Having known only her tiny enclosure during her first few weeks of life, Minnesota needs a moment to learn to trust strangers. But once you win her heart, you’ll gain an incredibly loyal and sensitive companion. The little gang has now been fully vaccinated (including their third shot) and has officially moved into our shelter. Here, they finally have plenty of space to dash around, play, and grow a little braver every single day. In the coming days, we’ll share new videos with you showing how they gradually thaw out and rediscover their joyful, puppy-like spirit!

DE·Show original

Von Herzen gerettet: Die sanfte Beobachterin! Manchmal entscheidet eine einzige Sekunde über ein ganzes Leben. Das Leben unserer zuckersüßen Podenco-Mischlingswelpen begann fast mit einer Tragödie: Ihre hochschwangere Mama stand kurz davor, ihre Babys zu verlieren, weil ihr damaliger Besitzer die Trächtigkeit so kurz vor der Geburt abbrechen wollte. Dank eines mutigen Tierarztes, der sich weigerte, und unserem Tierheim-Team, das sofort einschritt und vermittelte, durften die kleinen Wunder das Licht der Welt erblicken. Die erste Zeit verbrachten die Welpen behütet bei ihrer Mama. Da sie dort allerdings nur ein sehr kleines Gehege zur Verfügung hatten und noch nie draußen waren, sind sie aktuell noch etwas schüchtern und die große, weite Welt ist ihnen noch ein wenig geheuer. Auf den ersten Videos wirken sie deshalb noch sehr ruhig und zurückhaltend. Doch das ändert sich jetzt! Minnesota ist eine echte Herzensbrecherin für Menschen, die die leisen Töne lieben. Sie gehört zu den Welpen, die anfangs lieber erst einmal aus sicherer Entfernung die Lage peilen. Da sie in ihren ersten Lebenswochen nur ihr kleines Gehege kannte, braucht Minnesota einen Moment, um Fremden zu vertrauen. Doch wer ihr Herz gewinnt, bekommt eine unfassbar treue und sensible Begleiterin. Die Rasselbande ist nun vollständig geimpft (inklusive der 3. Impfung) und offiziell bei uns im Tierheim eingezogen. Hier haben sie endlich Platz, um zu flitzen, zu spielen und jeden Tag ein Stückchen mutiger zu werden. In den nächsten Tagen werden wir euch hier neue Videos zeigen, wie sie Schritt für Schritt auftauen und ihr fröhliches Welpen-Althergebrachte entdecken!

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Minnesota
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Europa · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Minnesota home

What you'll need for Minnesota 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 Minnesota

What life with Minnesota looks like

Minnesota is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Minnesota, answered.

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