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Olivia

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Olivia was born in December 2016 and is about 59 cm tall. She is one of the dogs who have grown especially close to our hearts. When we first came across her during the initial sighting of the "170 Abandoned," her condition was very worrying. Olivia was taken to the clinic immediately, and she has fought her way back to life with great strength. When we visited in August 2026, Olivia showed herself to be a friendly and pleasant female dog. She doesn't greet strangers effusively, but she doesn't need to. Olivia is friendly, curious, and pleasantly unflustered. She observes the person in front of her calmly and meets new situations with composure. In addition, Olivia already knows the leash and walks on it confidently. It is particularly lovely to see how open and affectionate she is with people she already knows. Olivia seeks out closeness, enjoys being spoken to, and clearly shows that she can build bonds. For us, this is an important sign that she places her trust in people and attaches herself to her primary caregivers. Anyone who gives her some time can be sure of gaining a loyal companion in Olivia. When it comes to other dogs, however, it becomes clear that Olivia does not get along with every fellow dog. Toward smaller female dogs in particular, she likes to take the lead and can be quite assertive about it. To avoid conflicts, we therefore wish for her a foster placement or a home as a single dog, where she can enjoy the full attention of her people. We can also very well imagine vigorous, dog-experienced retirees for Olivia. People who enjoy giving her a peaceful retirement and who have the time needed for her to settle in at her own pace. Olivia no longer needs to explore the wide world; above all, she is looking for security, reliability, and people with whom she can form a close bond. A small garden would be a great blessing for this senior lady. At the shelter she has the opportunity to move outdoors regularly, and we hope that in her new home she will continue to walk her rounds, lie in the sun, and simply be a dog. Of course, a garden does not replace walks, but for Olivia it would be a wonderful addition and would certainly sweeten her everyday life. For Olivia we are looking for dog-experienced people who will meet her with calm, understanding, and clear structures. We are confident that in a suitable home or foster placement she will develop into a loyal and pleasant companion. Olivia will be rehomed through the animal welfare association Vierbeiner in Not e. V., after a positive pre-screening, and she is vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered.

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Olivia wurde im Dezember 2016 geboren und ist etwa 59 cm groß. Sie gehört zu den Hunden, die uns besonders ans Herz gewachsen sind. Als wir sie bei der ersten Sichtung der "170 Verlassenen" entdeckten, war ihr Gesundheitszustand sehr besorgniserregend. Olivia wurde umgehend in die Klinik gebracht und hat sich mit viel Kraft zurück ins Leben gekämpft.Bei unserem Besuch im August 2026 zeigt sich Olivia als freundliche und angenehme Hündin. Sie begrüßt fremde Menschen nicht überschwänglich, aber das muss sie auch nicht. Olivia ist freundlich, neugierig und dabei angenehm unaufgeregt. Sie beobachtet ihr Gegenüber in Ruhe und begegnet neuen Situationen gelassen. Außerdem kennt Olivia die Leine und läuft bereits sicher an ihr.Besonders schön ist zu sehen, wie offen und zutraulich sie mit Menschen umgeht, die sie bereits kennt. Olivia sucht ihre Nähe, lässt sich gerne ansprechen und zeigt deutlich, dass sie Bindungen aufbauen kann. Das ist für uns ein wichtiger Hinweis darauf, dass sie Vertrauen fasst und sich an ihre Bezugspersonen anschließt. Wer ihr etwas Zeit gibt, kann sich sicher sein, in Olivia eine treue Begleiterin zu gewinnen.Im Umgang mit anderen Hunden zeigt sich allerdings, dass Olivia nicht mit jedem Artgenossen harmoniert. Besonders kleineren Hündinnen gegenüber möchte sie gerne die Führung übernehmen und kann dabei deutlich werden. Um Konflikte zu vermeiden, wünschen wir uns für sie daher eine Pflegestelle oder ein Zuhause als Einzelhund, in dem sie die volle Aufmerksamkeit ihrer Menschen genießen darf.Auch für Olivia können wir uns rüstige, hundeerfahrene Rentner sehr gut vorstellen. Menschen, die Freude daran haben, ihr einen ruhigen Lebensabend zu schenken und die nötige Zeit mitbringen, damit sie in ihrem eigenen Tempo ankommen kann. Olivia muss nicht mehr die große Welt entdecken, sondern sucht vor allem Geborgenheit, Verlässlichkeit und Menschen, zu denen sie eine enge Bindung aufbauen darf. Ein kleiner Garten wäre für die Seniorin ein großes Glück. Im Shelter hat sie die Möglichkeit, sich regelmäßig draußen zu bewegen, und wir wünschen uns, dass sie auch in ihrem neuen Zuhause weiterhin ihre Runden drehen, in der Sonne liegen und einfach Hund sein darf. Natürlich ersetzt ein Garten keine Spaziergänge, aber für Olivia wäre er eine wunderbare Ergänzung und würde ihr den Alltag sicherlich versüßen.Für Olivia suchen wir hundeerfahrene Menschen, die ihr mit Ruhe, Verständnis und klaren Strukturen begegnen. Wir sind uns sicher, dass sie sich in einem passenden Zuhause oder Pflegestelle zu einer loyalen und angenehmen Begleiterin entwickeln wird. Olivia wird nach positiver Vorkontrolle, geimpft, gechippt und kastriert über den Tierschutzverein Vierbeiner in Not e. V. vermittelt.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Olivia
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with dogs
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Olivia home

What you'll need for Olivia in week one.

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  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 Olivia

What life with Olivia looks like

Olivia is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

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 Olivia, answered.

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