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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

A cat-dog seeks a cat-person with dog experience. What is a cat-dog? A dog who likes cats and sometimes behaves partly like a cat. What is a cat-person? Ideally, you would be one; someone who knows and loves the independence of cats and doesn’t mind if the cat sometimes claws. And why dog experience? Because Monty needs a lot of security from his primary caregiver, and this usually only comes from someone who has long dealt with the topic of dogs—in Monty’s case, ideally even with the topic of terriers. For our Monty is a true unicorn that was misunderstood for years. The little Opi was strengthened by a sense of insecurity that sometimes gets in the way today. This applies, for example, to everyday situations with bicycles, lorries, or even wheelchairs. We are working with him on a more stable environmental security. Similarly unstable is his behavior in situations like putting on dishes or even during physiotherapy. If something doesn’t meet his expectations, he knows how to defend himself as an old man. Here, we are working with him to help him endure such situations and to react with more wisdom and less hysteria as he grows older. In general, Monty is an ideal travel companion—whether at a restaurant, hotel, or seminar. He follows someone unobtrusively and calmly. He doesn’t necessarily need contact with strangers. He finds contact with dogs exciting. Do you see yourself as an independent person who prefers measured cuddles and would benefit from an equally independent travel companion? Then feel free to send us an email. We are looking for a home or a permanent foster placement for Monty.

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Katzenhund sucht Katzenmensch mit Hundeerfahrung. Was ist ein Katzenhund? Ein Hund, der Katzen mag und sich teilweise selbst wie eine Katze verhält. Was ist ein Katzenmensch? Im besten Fall sind Sie das; eine Person, die die Eigenwilligkeit der Katzen kennt und liebt und der es gleichgültig ist, wenn die Katze mal zuhaut. Und warum Hundeerfahrung? Weil Monty viel Sicherheit von seiner Bezugsperson braucht und diese bringt in der Regel nur jemand mit, der sich lange mit dem Thema Hund - in Montys Fall idealerweise sogar mit dem Thema Terrier - auseinandergesetzt hat. Denn unser Monty ist ein wahres Unikat, das jahrelang missverstanden wurde. So wurde der kleine Opi in einer Unsicherheit gestärkt, die ihm heute manchmal im Weg stehen kann. Diese bezieht sich u.a. auf Situationen im Alltag mit Fahrrädern, LKWs oder auch Rollstühlen. Hier arbeiten wir mit ihm an einer stabileren Umweltsicherheit. Ebenso instabil zeigt er sich in Situationen wie Geschirr anziehen oder auch bei der Physiotherapie. Möchte man also etwas, das nicht seinen Vorstellungen entspricht, weiß er, wie er sich als alter Mann wehren kann. Auch hier arbeiten mit ihm daran, solche Situationen auszuhalten und der Weisheit des Alters entsprechend eher gelassen als hysterisch zu reagieren. Im Großen und Ganzen ist Monty ein idealer Wegbegleiter - egal, ob im Restaurant, Hotel oder bei einem Seminar. Unscheinbar und brav folgt er einem. Kontakt zu Fremden braucht er dabei nicht unbedingt. Kontakt zu Hunden findet er spannend. Sehen Sie sich selbst als eigensinnige Person, die dosiertes Kuscheln bevorzugt und der ein ebenso eigensinniger Wegbegleiter gut tun könnte? Dann schreiben Sie uns gern eine Mail an Für Monty suchen wir ein Zuhause oder eine Dauerpflegestelle.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierhelfer Ingelheim e. V.
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Bringing Monty home

What you'll need for Monty 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 Monty

What life with Monty looks like

Monty is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhelfer Ingelheim e. V. in Germany.

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 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 Monty, answered.

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