How do I contact the shelter about Nozi?

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

Can I adopt Nozi if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — animals care - Tierschutz ohne Grenzen 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 Nozi 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 Nozi 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 animals care - Tierschutz ohne Grenzen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nozi 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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Nozi

German Shepherd · Male · Senior · 10 years

Urgent Mercy for an Old German Shepherd Needed! The old German Shepherd male dog Nozi had a sad life so far. For his first 10 years, he spent all his time in a yard. He was never taken for a walk, never spoken to with love, or cuddled. Then his owner wanted to put him to sleep. Thanks to the vet, Nozi first came to our Hungarian partner shelter. Despite his age, he was adopted just over a year later. Unfortunately, love didn't last a lifetime. Now, after 2 years, he's back, completely neglected. Some dogs just have a lot of bad luck in life. But Nozi is a generally lovable dog who longs for love. He is very people-friendly, kind, intelligent, and attentive. He begs for affection and cuddles. Sometimes he can be a bit overexcited and jumps up at the caregivers in joy, demanding attention. He calms down quickly, though. Unfortunately, Nozi can hardly see anymore. He suffers from "Overreiter Syndrome," a typical German Shepherd disease. To maintain his remaining vision, he must be treated with Optimmune eye drops daily until the end of his life. Nozi gets along well with other dogs and even with cats at the animal shelter. We are aware that it is almost impossible to find a new home for Nozi. Who would want to take in an old, sick, large animal that costs money? But we still want to try. Our heartfelt wish is that this always-lovable fellow finds a home where he is truly loved, cared for, and taken on pleasant walks in the greenery. Where he can be a dog, a cozy spot by his people's side, and get cuddles. He shouldn't have to lie on a concrete floor with some straw until his last day. Nozi will thank him with his love and loyalty. The sweet Nózi is, of course, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed, and has been vet-checked. She also has an EU pet passport. The handover could take place on June 27, 2026, in Berlin, or alternatively in the Stuttgart area, should someone fall in love with her and give her a – forever home –! Brief Info: Name: Nozi Breed: German Shepherd Gender: male dog neutered Age: 13.04.2013 Shoulder Height: ca.

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Patenschaften für alten Schäferhund gesucht! Der alte Schäferhund Rüde Nozi, hatte bisher ein trauriges Leben. Seine ersten 10 Jahre hat er durchweg in einem Zwinger verbracht. Niemals wurde mit ihm ein Spaziergang unternommen, keine lieben Worte oder Streicheleinheiten. Dann wollte sein Besitzer ihn einschläfern lassen. Dank des Tierarztes kam Nozi so zum ersten Mal in unser ungarisches Partnertierheim. Trotz seines Alters wurde er knapp ein Jahr später adoptiert. Leider hielt die Liebe nicht ein Leben lang. Völlig verwahrlost wurde er jetzt, nach 2 Jahren wieder zurückgebracht. Manche Hunde haben einfach besonders viel Pech im Leben. Dabei ist Nozi so ein durchweg lieber Hund, der sich so sehr nach Liebe sehnt. Er zeigt sich sehr menschenfreundlich, liebenswürdig, intelligent und aufmerksam. Er buhlt um Zuneigung und Streicheleinheiten. Manchmal ist er dabei etwas übermütig und springt vor Freude. Wir freuen uns daher besonders, dass wir für Nozi nun einen Pflegeplatz in Berlin gefunden haben, wo er gerade richtig aufblüht. Die beiden Herren sind auch schon richtig vernarrt in einander. Leider sieht Nozi kaum noch etwas. Er leidet am „Überreiter-Syndrom“, eine typische Schäferhund Krankheit. Um die aktuelle Sehkraft noch zu erhalten, muss er bis zu seinem Lebensende täglich mit Optimmune-Augensalbe behandelt werden. Die Kosten betragen ca. 100,- € (2 Salben) im Monat. Uns ist bewusst, dass so gut wie keine Chance besteht, dass Jemand Nozi nochmals adoptiert. Wer möchte schon ein altes krankes großes Tier aufnehmen, welches Kosten verursacht. Außerdem möchten wir Nozi ungern nochmals einen Umzug zumuten. Daher hoffen wir auf diesem Wege Paten zu finden, die uns bei den monatlichen Kosten, der recht teuren Salbe unterstützen. Vielleicht möchte Jemand oder auch mehrere Personen etwas Gutes tun. Jemand, der vielleicht kein eigenes Tier mehr aufnehmen kann, aber finanziell in der Lage ist, einem anderen zu helfen. Kurzinfo Name Nozi Rasse Schäferhund Geschlecht Rüde kastriert Alter 13.04.2013 Schulterhöhe ca. 60-65 cm, 36 Kg Standort 12249 Berlin Herkunft Ungarn Farbe beige-schwarz Sonstiges

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇩🇪Ketzin

Shelter

animals care - Tierschutz ohne Grenzen

Living with Nozi

✓Neutered

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What life with Nozi looks like

Nozi is a large senior german shepherd dog waiting at animals care - Tierschutz ohne Grenzen in Ketzin.

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 Nozi, answered.

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