How do I contact the shelter about Nele?

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

Can I adopt Nele if I live in another country?

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

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Nele, our mixed-breed lady, is a female dog who must be met to be loved. Unfortunately, she hasn't had much of a chance to get to know the world and hasn't made only good experiences. She's making great progress every day and has everyone who knows her wrapped around her finger. Nele doesn't get along with most dogs. However, it always depends on the individual. She would do better as a single dog in husbandry. Nele is no power dog. She loves going for walks but doesn't necessarily want to play and run around. The new owner should have a lot of patience and knowledge about dogs to win Nele's heart. She just needs her person, but once she has that, she can also quickly warm up to strangers. Driving is no problem, so you can explore other areas with her. Children are not to her liking. In total, Nele simply needs a quiet home with enough walks and affection. She can be easily distracted during walks with treats.

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Nele, unsere Mischlings-Dame , ist eine Hündin, die man erst kennenlernen muss um sie Lieben zu dürfen. Leider hat sie in der Vergangenheit nicht sehr viel kennenlernen dürfen und wird auch nicht ausschließlich gute Erfahrungen gemacht haben. Sie macht bei uns täglich große Fortschritte und hat alle die sie kennen um den Finger gewickelt. Mit den meisten Hunden verträgt sich Nele nicht. Es kommt aber immer auf das Gegenüber an. Hier entscheidet sie nach Sympathie. Besser wäre jedoch für sie die Haltung als Einzelhund. Nele ist kein Powerhund . Sie geht sehr gerne spazieren möchte aber nicht unbedingt spielen und toben. Der neue Besitzer sollte viel Geduld und Hundewissen besitzen um Neles Herz zu erobern. Sie braucht einfach ihren Menschen und lässt sich dann aber auch schnell auf fremde Menschen ein. Autofahren ist kein Problem, so kann man auch andere Gegenden mit ihr erkunden. Kinder sind ihr nicht geheuer. Insgesamt benötigt Nele einfach ein ruhiges Zuhause, mit ausreichend Spaziergängen und Zuneigung. Beim spazieren gehen kann man sie super mit Leckereien ablenken.

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇩🇪Ahlen

Shelter

Tierheim Ahlen

Living with Nele

✕Spayed
✕Good with dogs
✓Good with kids

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Nele home

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About Nele

What life with Nele looks like

Nele is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Ahlen in Ahlen.

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 Nele, answered.

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