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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 10 years

Public Shelter Botosani, Romania Over 800 dogs live there. Over 800 stories. Over 800 dogs that have to fight day in and day out for attention, food, and a place to survive. And right in the middle sits NELSON. Currently, a German team is on site and visiting the dogs at the shelter. They are giving them attention, petting them, spending time with them, and getting to know their stories. Again and again, there are dogs who grow particularly close to them. NELSON is one of them. He is estimated to be around 10 years old, about 45 cm tall, and thus belongs to the dogs at the shelter who have the worst chances. Older dogs suffer especially under the conditions. The cold winters, the constant noise, the competition for food, and the lack of care make their lives difficult. The city cares little for the dogs. Much is carried by a few engaged volunteers who can never be fair to everyone. Despite everything, NELSON has preserved his friendly nature. He gets along with other dogs, showed himself friendly to the foreign visitors, and let himself be petted. At first, he is a bit shy, but who can blame him? In his life, he may never have experienced that people can also be kind. And yet, he is happy about every loving touch. It is always surprising how much trust these dogs still have, despite so little good they have experienced. Before any travel arrangements, NELSON will of course be examined by a veterinarian. Nevertheless, one should be aware that he is a senior. Age-related complaints or health issues can also show up later. What we are looking for NELSON is no grand adventure. No athletic feats. No special requirements. We simply wish for a place where he can finally arrive. A soft bed. Regular meals. People who love him. Peace instead of a daily struggle for survival. Most older dogs do not wish for more than exactly that. Maybe NELSON still has many years ahead. Maybe not. But the time that remains to him should not be spent behind bars in an overcrowded shelter. Who gives NELSON the chance at a dignified old age? NELSON is travel-ready, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and of course in possession of an EU passport. He is not yet neutered at his current age. ——————————————— Contact: NELSON will be rehomed by Tiernothilfe Casa Katharina e.V. – with The association, of course, is in compliance with §11 (Animal Protection Act). Even after adoption, we will continue to support you – for both human and animal. NELSON will travel to Germany and arrive in 91278 Pottenstein, where he will also be picked up. There is a secured premises available.

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Öffentlicher Shelter Botosani, Rumänien Über 800 Hunde leben dort. Über 800 Schicksale. Über 800 Hunde, die Tag für Tag um Aufmerksamkeit, Futter und einen Platz zum Überleben kämpfen müssen. Und mittendrin sitzt NELSON. Aktuell ist wieder ein deutsches Team vor Ort und besucht die Hunde im Shelter. Sie schenken ihnen Aufmerksamkeit, streicheln sie, verbringen Zeit mit ihnen und lernen ihre Geschichten kennen. Immer wieder gibt es Hunde, die ihnen ganz besonders ans Herz wachsen. NELSON ist einer von ihnen. Er wird auf etwa 10 Jahre geschätzt, ist ungefähr 45 cm groß und gehört damit zu den Hunden, die im Shelter die schlechtesten Chancen haben. Gerade alte Hunde leiden besonders unter den Bedingungen. Die kalten Winter, der ständige Lärm, die Konkurrenz um Futter und die fehlende Fürsorge machen ihnen das Leben schwer. Die Stadt kümmert sich kaum um die Hunde. Vieles wird von wenigen engagierten Freiwilligen getragen, die unmöglich allen gerecht werden können. Trotz allem hat sich NELSON sein freundliches Wesen bewahrt. Er versteht sich mit anderen Hunden, zeigte sich den fremden Besuchern gegenüber freundlich und ließ sich anfassen. Anfangs ist er etwas schüchtern, aber wer kann es ihm verdenken? Im besten Fall hat er in seinem Leben nie erfahren, dass Menschen auch freundlich sein können. Und trotzdem freut er sich über jede liebevolle Berührung. Immer wieder ist es erstaunlich, wie viel Vertrauen diese Hunde noch besitzen, obwohl sie so wenig Gutes erlebt haben. Vor einer möglichen Ausreise wird NELSON selbstverständlich tierärztlich untersucht. Dennoch sollte man sich bewusst sein, dass er ein Senior ist. Altersbedingte Beschwerden oder gesundheitliche Themen können sich auch erst später zeigen. Was wir für NELSON suchen? Kein großes Abenteuer. Keine sportlichen Höchstleistungen. Keine besonderen Ansprüche. Wir wünschen uns einfach einen Ort, an dem er endlich ankommen darf. Ein weiches Bett. Regelmäßige Mahlzeiten. Menschen, die ihn liebhaben. Ruhe statt täglichem Überlebenskampf. Die meisten alten Hunde wünschen sich nicht mehr als genau das. Vielleicht hat NELSON noch viele Jahre vor sich. Vielleicht auch nicht. Aber die Zeit, die ihm bleibt, sollte nicht hinter Gittern in einem überfüllten Shelter stattfinden. Wer schenkt NELSON die Chance auf einen würdigen Lebensabend? NELSON ist bei Ausreise mehrfach geimpft, entwurmt, gechipt und natürlich im Besitz eines EU-Ausweises. Altersentsprechend ist sie zum aktuellen Zeitpunkt noch nicht kastriert. ——————————————— Kontakt: NELSON wird über die Tiernothilfe Casa Katharina e.V. vermittelt – mit Vorkontrolle und Schutzvertrag. Der Verein verfügt selbstverständlich über den §11 (Tierschutzgesetz). Auch nach der Adoption stehen wir euch weiterhin unterstützend zur Seite – für Mensch und Tier. NELSON reist nach Deutschland und kommt in 91278 Pottenstein an, wo er auch abgeholt werden möchte. Dort steht ein gesichertes Gelände zur Verfügung.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Nürnberg
Shelter
Tiernothilfe Casa Katharina e.V.
Living with Nelson (m)
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Nelson (m) home

What you'll need for Nelson (m) in week one.

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    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
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    Folding Wire Crate

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    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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About Nelson (m)

What life with Nelson (m) looks like

Nelson (m) is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tiernothilfe Casa Katharina e.V. in Nürnberg.

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 Nelson (m), answered.

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