How do I contact the shelter about Paolo?

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

Can I adopt Paolo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Glück für Pfoten 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 Paolo 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 Paolo 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 Glück für Pfoten e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Paolo 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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Paolo

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Paolo is full of life and curiosity. He is friendly, lively, and cuddly, loving to play and discover new things. Paolo is looking for a loving home where he will be challenged and receive lots of affection – perfect for active people or families who can offer a young dog all that! Paolo can be a confident solo dog or can be rehomed with a sibling. Glück für Pfoten e.V. – The Path to a New Life – Tel. and Mail: including safety harness. As we are working, we might not be able to respond to you until several hours later. It is best to contact the above matchmaker initially in writing (by email or WhatsApp) and ask for a callback (don't forget to mention your phone number). Please be patient! Our shelter dogs travel with Traces and are exclusively rehomed within Germany (nationwide). If you are applying for a dog and are renting, please arrange a written landlord's statement that the husbandry of (another or a new) dog is allowed. We match dogs only if there is no elevator, to prevent health limitations.

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Paolo steckt voller Lebensfreude und Neugierde. Er ist freundlich, aufgeweckt und verschmust, liebt es zu spielen und Neues zu entdecken. Paolo sucht ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem er gefordert wird und viel Zuneigung bekommt – perfekt für aktive Menschen oder Familien, die einem jungen Hund all das bieten können! Paolo kann zu einem souveränen Ersthund oder kann mit einem Geschwisterchen vermittelt werden. Glück für Pfoten e.V. – Der Weg in ein neues Leben – Tel. und WhatsApp: Mail: Schutzgebühr: 490€ inkl. Sicherheitsgeschirr Da wir berufstätig sind, können wir uns u. U. erst einige Stunden später bei Ihnen zurückmelden. Am besten kontaktieren Sie die o. g. Vermittlerin zunächst schriftlich (per E-Mail oder WhatsApp) und bitten um Rückruf (ggf. Mitteilung der Telefonnummer nicht vergessen). Bitte haben Sie etwas Geduld! Unsere Schützlinge reisen mit Traces und werden ausschließlich nach Deutschland (deutschlandweit) vermittelt. Insofern Sie sich für einen Hund bewerben möchten und zur Miete leben, organisieren Sie bitte eine schriftliche Vermieterbescheinigung darüber, dass die Haltung eines (weiteren oder neuen) Hundes erlaubt ist. Wir vermitteln Hunde, insofern kein Fahrstuhl vorhanden ist, maximal ins 2. OG, um gesundheitlichen Einschränkungen vorzubeugen. Im Rahmen der

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Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇩🇪Dortmund

Shelter

Glück für Pfoten e.V.

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About Paolo

What life with Paolo looks like

Paolo is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Glück für Pfoten e.V. in Dortmund.

An young 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Paolo, answered.

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