How do I contact the shelter about Nutmeg?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Care-4-life e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nutmeg on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Nutmeg if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Care-4-life 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 Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg 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 Care-4-life e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nutmeg 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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Nutmeg

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

Our Nutmeg is currently in foster care in the Esslingen region and can be met there personally. What we know about Nutmeg: Sometimes life circumstances change and those who understand it least have to lose their home. This is what happened to our dear Nutmeg, born on 14.03.2019. Due to her family's separation, this wonderful dog is now looking for people with whom she can finally arrive. Nutmeg is a thoroughly friendly, open and uncomplicated dog. She goes directly into the heart with her loving nature and encounters people - whether big or small - just friendly. Even in everyday life, Nutmeg shows what a great companion she is. She is compatible with fellow dogs, knows and accepts cats. Even chickens have become part of their daily TV program on their foster home and are observed relaxed. She also likes children and masters driving without problems. In the house she is pleasant and balanced. Nutmeg loves her walks through fields, forests and meadows, likes to sniff around and enjoys spending time with her people. She doesn't need an action-packed life - beautiful trips, loving people and then a cozy place to relax make her happy. She also loves quiet days when she can just lie in the garden, observe and let her soul wander. Therefore, we are looking for a home for Nutmeg with its own securely fenced garden. This is part of her new happiness for us and is a prerequisite for a

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Bei Interesse an unserer lieben Nutmeg schicken Sie unseren ausgefüllten Unsere Nutmug befindet sich aktuell auf Pflegestelle in der Region Esslingen und kann dort auch gerne persönlich kennengelernt werden. Was wir über Nutmeg wissen: Manchmal ändern sich Lebensumstände und die, die es am wenigsten verstehen, müssen ihr Zuhause verlieren. So ging es unserer lieben Nutmeg, geboren am 14.03.2019. Durch die Trennung ihrer Familie sucht diese wundervolle Hündin nun noch einmal Menschen, bei denen sie endgültig ankommen darf. Nutmeg ist eine durch und durch freundliche, offene und unkomplizierte Hündin. Sie geht mit ihrer liebevollen Art direkt ins Herz und begegnet Menschen – egal ob groß oder klein – einfach nur freundlich. Auch im Alltag zeigt Nutmeg, was für eine tolle Begleiterin sie ist. Sie ist verträglich mit Artgenossen, Katzen kennt und akzeptiert sie. Selbst Hühner gehören auf ihrer Pflegestelle inzwischen zu ihrem täglichen Fernsehprogramm und werden ganz entspannt beobachte. Kinder findet sie auch toll und das Autofahren meistert sie problemlos. Im Haus ist sie angenehm und ausgeglichen. Nutmeg liebt ihre Spaziergänge durch Feld, Wald und Wiesen, schnüffelt gerne und genießt gemeinsame Zeit mit ihren Menschen. Sie braucht kein Leben voller Action – schöne Ausflüge, liebevolle Menschen und danach ein gemütlicher Platz zum Entspannen machen sie glücklich. Genauso sehr liebt sie ruhige Tage, an denen sie einfach im Garten liegen, beobachten und die Seele baumeln lassen darf. Für Nutmeg suchen wir deshalb ein Zuhause mit eigenem, sicher eingezäuntem Garten. Dieser gehört für uns zu ihrem neuen Glück dazu und ist Voraussetzung für eine

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇩🇪Stuttgart

Shelter

Care-4-life e.V.

Living with Nutmeg

✓Good with kids

Cared for by Care-4-life e.V. · Stuttgart Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Nutmeg home

What you'll need for Nutmeg in week one.

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About Nutmeg

What life with Nutmeg looks like

Nutmeg is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Care-4-life e.V. in Stuttgart.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

Stuttgart, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Nutmeg, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nutmeg?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Care-4-life e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nutmeg on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nutmeg if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Care-4-life 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 Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg 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 Care-4-life e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nutmeg 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.