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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Donation barometer Daniel R. 50,-€ Terry and Nico – they remain invisible to the world.. For almost 4 years they have been featured on our homepage and in various animal-welfare forums, and yet they remain invisible to the world, because in all this time they have never received a single inquiry. This fills us with sadness…. Of course, the two of them don't know this. They may not be particularly special, but they are unique. Not "purebred dogs," just mixed breeds; they know nothing but the 4 square meters of their kennel. Every day is just like the one before. There is no exercise run. They were never allowed to sniff fresh grass, drink from a stream, or dig a hole in fresh earth. We wonder whether they will ever live a life without bars. They came to this prison as puppies. There were 3 females and 2 brothers…unwanted…they lived somewhere under bushes by the roadside…were caught and forgotten by the world. (Not entirely forgotten, because 2 of the females – Grazia and Noia – were found by their people. Their sister Cosy can be found on our adoption page.) What do we wish for Nico and Terry? They do not have to stay together or be adopted together. In fact, the brothers were separated. Terry is much more reserved than Nico. Both could also each suit a friendly female dog. We do not see them in an apartment block in the center of a big city. They should be allowed a well-fenced garden (the fence should be high enough). They know nothing, and they will enjoy being allowed to lie in the grass in the garden, but perhaps they will also lie down in the lovingly tended flower bed. Similar "misunderstandings" may occur indoors as well, for example if the dog climbs onto the table because it thinks it is the roof of its doghouse… perhaps it won't eat from a food bowl because it has learned that dry food was thrown onto the floor of the kennel and it had to "collect" it. Yes, there may be one or two misunderstandings. You will be challenged to show the newcomer this previously unknown world. However, it will give you great joy to watch Nico or Terry develop. The dogs want to do everything right, but they need guidance. Which talents they develop will become clear over time. We can imagine they are more the athletic types… perhaps they also love tracking and keeping their noses to the ground. Perhaps you enjoy spending your vacation by the sea. Most dogs love being able to run on the beach. Much is possible. You will recognize what your dog is talented at. The initiative lies with you. Take the first step and get in touch with us without obligation. We are happy to advise you. Feel free to call me! I welcome every chance for these wonderful dogs! Video: October 2026 Video: August 2026 Video: 21.3.25 Video: 04.03.2024 Video: 28.12.22 Your contact person for these

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Spendenbarometer Daniel R. 50,-€ Terry und Nico – sie bleiben unsichtbar für die Welt.. Seit fast 4 Jahren sind sie sichtbar auf unserer Homepage und in verschiedenen Tierschutzforen und doch bleiben sie unsichtbar für die Welt, denn sie hatten in der ganzen Zeit noch nie eine Anfrage. Uns erfüllt es mit Traurigkeit….die Beiden wissen es natürlich nicht. Sie sind vielleicht nicht besonders, aber doch einzigartig. Keine „Rassehunde“, sondern nur Mischlinge; kennen nichts als die 4qm ihres Zwingers. Jeder Tag ist wie der vorhergehende Tag. Es gibt keinen Auslauf. Niemals durften sie im frischen Gras schnuppern, aus einem Bachlauf trinken oder in der frischen Erde ein Loch buddeln. Wir fragen uns, ob sie jemals ein Leben ohne Gitter führen werden. Sie kamen als Welpen in dieses Gefängnis. Sie waren 3 Hündinnen und 2 Brüder …ungewollt …lebten irgendwo unter Büschen am Straßenrand…wurden eingefangen und von der Welt vergessen.( Nicht ganz vergessen, denn 2 der Hündinnen- Grazia und Noia- wurden von ihren Menschen gefunden. Die Schwester Cosy finden Sie auf unserer Vermittlungsseite.) Was wünschen wir uns für Nico und Terry? Sie müssen nicht zusammenbleiben bzw. zusammen vermittelt werden. Tatsächlich hat man die Brüder getrennt. Terry ist deutlich zurückhaltender als Nico.Beide könnten auch jeweils zu einer freundlichen Hündin passen. Wir sehen sie nicht in einem Mehrfamilienhaus im Centrum einer Großstadt. Sie sollten einen gut eingezäunten Garten (ein Zaun sollte hoch genug sein) haben dürfen. Sie kennen nichts und sie werden es genießen im Garten im Gras liegen zu dürfen, aber vielleicht legen sie sich auch in das liebevoll gepflegte Blumenbeet. Ähnliche „Missverständnisse“ kann es auch im Haus geben, wenn der Hund auf den Tisch klettert, weil er diesen für das Dach der Hundehütte ansieht….vielleicht frisst er nicht aus einem Futternapf, weil er gelernt hat, dass Trockenfutter auf den Boden des Hundezwingers geworfen wurde und er es „einsammeln“ musste. Ja, es kann das eine oder andere Missverständnis geben. Sie sind gefordert dem Neuankömmling diese bislang unbekannte Welt zu zeigen. Es wird Ihnen jedoch viel Freude bereiten die Entwicklung von Nico oder Terry zu sehen. Die Hunde wollen es richtig machen, aber sie brauchen eine Anleitung dafür. Welche Talente sie entwickeln wird sich zeigen. Wir können uns vorstellen, dass es eher sportliche Typen sind... vielleicht lieben sie es auch Fährten zu finden und haben die Nase gerne am Boden. Vielleicht verbringen Sie Ihren Urlaub gerne am Meer. Die meisten Hunde lieben es am Strand laufen zu können. Vieles ist möglich. Sie werden erkennen wofür ihr Hund talentiert sind. Die Initiative liegt bei Ihnen. Gehen Sie den ersten Schritt und nehmen Sie unverbindlich Kontakt mit uns auf. Wir beraten Sie gerne. Rufen Sie mich gerne an ! Ich freue mich über jede Chance für diese wunderbaren Hunde! Video:Oktober 2026 Video: August 2026 Video: 21.3.25 Video: 04.03.2024 Video: 28.12.22 Ihr Ansprechpartnerin für diese

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
saving dogs e.V.
Living with Nico
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by saving dogs e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Nico home

What you'll need for Nico in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Nico

What life with Nico looks like

Nico is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at saving dogs 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Nico, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nico?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. saving dogs e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nico on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nico if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — saving dogs 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Nico 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 Nico 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 saving dogs e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nico 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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