Not confirmed since October 25, 2026

Obelix

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

General Name: Obelix Gender: male dog neutered: Yes, in travel arrangements neutered Born approximately: 2017 Size approximately: 50cm Accommodation: Shelter in Sighetu since December 2023 Sponsors: No Reserved: No Character Obelix is a loving and people-oriented male dog who clearly enjoys all forms of closeness. Cuddles and time together mean a lot to him. He can be easily encouraged to play with dog toys and shows his playful side. It is all the more incomprehensible that Obelix has been waiting for his chance at the shelter since December 2023. He gets along well with other animals. Compatibility with cats can be tested. Past Nothing is known about his past. He probably comes from the street or was abandoned there. Notes The parent animals are unknown, so no information can be provided about the included breeds.

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Allgemein Name: Obelix Geschlecht: Rüde Kastriert: Bei Ausreise kastriert Geboren ca. : 2017 Größe ca. : 50cm Aufenthaltsort: Shelter in Sighetu seit Dezember 2023 Paten: nein reserviert: nein Charakter Obelix ist ein liebevoller und menschenbezogener Rüde, der jede Form von Nähe sichtlich genießt. Streicheleinheiten und gemeinsame Zeit bedeuten ihm viel. Mit Hundespielzeug lässt er sich schnell zum Spielen animieren und zeigt dabei seine verspielte Seite.Umso unverständlicher ist es, dass Obelix bereits seit Dezember 2023 im Shelter auf seine Chance wartet. Mit Artgenossen verträgt er sich gut. Eine Verträglichkeit mit Katzen ist vorhanden. Videos befinden sich unten. Vergangenheit Über die Vergangenheit ist uns nichts bekannt. Vermutlich kommt er von der Straße oder wurde dort ausgesetzt. Hinweise Die Elterntiere sind nicht bekannt, sodass zu den enthaltenen Rassen keine Auskunft gegeben werden kann.

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇩🇪Dorsten

Shelter

Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V.

Living with Obelix

✓Neutered
✓Good with cats

Cared for by Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. · Dorsten Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 6 months ago

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About Obelix

What life with Obelix looks like

Obelix is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Notfellchen e.V. in Dorsten.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Obelix, answered.

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