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Otis

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 7 years

As an absolute cuddle bear, Otis likewise wishes for loving people by his side. With his long body on short legs, whose coat urgently needs regular trimming, he may look a bit quirky - and yet inside him is a true purebred dog, a Shi Tzu👌. Otis is incredibly sweet and gets along with people and animals alike, but he needs a little time to build trust with unfamiliar people. Once he does, however, he enjoys closeness, cuddling, and time together very much. Otis comes with a few minor health issues: his eyes, ears, and skin occasionally need some extra attention. But he doesn't let that slow him down: he loves going for walks (though not for long distances), romps happily through the garden, and is always where the action is. As a lively dog with a huge heart, Otis wishes for loving people who can give him plenty of closeness and security, but also a bit of room to roam and adventure. 🐾 📩 Location: Adelebsen.

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Als absoluter Kuschelbär wünscht sich Otis ebenso liebevolle Menschen an seiner Seite. Otis sieht mit seinem langen Körper auf kurzen Beinen, dessen Fell dringend regelmäßiger Kürzung bedarf, zwar etwas skurril aus - und doch steckt in ihm ein waschechter Rassehund, ein Shi Tzu👌. Otis ist wahnsinnig lieb und verträgt sich mit Mensch und Tier, braucht aber bei fremden Menschen ein bisschen Zeit, um Vertrauen zu fassen. Dann aber genießt er Nähe, Kuscheln und Zweisamkeit sehr. Otis bringt ein paar kleinere gesundheitliche Baustellen mit: Augen, Ohren und Haut benötigen immer mal wieder etwas Aufmerksamkeit. Davon lässt er sich aber nicht ausbremsen: Er geht sehr gerne Gassi (wenn auch nicht ausdauernd), tollt fröhlich durch den Garten und ist immer dort, wo etwas los ist. Als lebenslustiger Hund mit einem riesengroßen Herzen wünscht sich Otis liebevolle Menschen, die ihm viel Nähe und Geborgenheit, aber auch ein bisschen Auslauf und Abenteuer schenken möchten. 🐾 📩 Ort: Adelebsen.

Size
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Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierhof(fnung) e.V.
Cared for by Tierhof(fnung) e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Otis home

What you'll need for Otis 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 Otis

What life with Otis looks like

Otis is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhof(fnung) e.V. in Germany.

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. 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 Otis, answered.

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