How do I contact the shelter about Phoebe?

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

Can I adopt Phoebe if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SALVA Hundehilfe 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 Phoebe 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 Phoebe 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 SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Phoebe 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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Phoebe

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 10 years

Phoebe, a 10-year-old mixed breed dog, has been living in our Bulgarian shelter for many years. We now wish her nothing more than to spend her golden years in a loving home. Phoebe is a calm, friendly and lovable lady. She gets along well with other dogs and also meets people openly and warmly. Since she hasn't known life in a family, she needs to learn many things - house training, leash walking, car travel or staying alone. Therefore, we are looking for people who can give her time to settle in, show her the world with patience, understanding and positive reinforcement, and not overwhelm her. Phoebe doesn't want a perfect home - just people who love her and show her how beautiful a sheltered dog life can be. Who will give our senior lady the chance at her well-deserved retirement? Or who can provide her with a foster home to start a new life? Phoebe has waited long enough. Now it's time for her happiness too. Adopting an animal from a shelter always means taking on special responsibility and can also be challenging. Dogs bring a backpack of past experiences or unlearned situations and need time to adjust to their new lives. If you are seriously interested in adopting Phoebe, please contact the responsible SALVA Hundehilfe mediator. We would also be very happy about providing a foster home for her. Here is Phoebe's video Video 2

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Mischling Phoebe sucht ihr Glück Unsere liebe Phoebe ist etwa 10 Jahre alt und lebt schon seit vielen Jahren in unserem bulgarischen Shelter. Jetzt wünschen wir uns nichts sehnlicher, als dass sie ihren Lebensabend in einem liebevollen Zuhause verbringen darf. Phoebe ist eine ruhige, freundliche und liebenswerte Hundedame. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sie sich gut und auch Menschen begegnet sie offen und herzlich. Da sie das Leben in einer Familie nicht kennt, muss sie vieles erst lernen – Stubenreinheit, Leinenführigkeit, Autofahren oder auch das Alleinbleiben. Deshalb suchen wir Menschen, die ihr Zeit geben, in Ruhe anzukommen, ihr mit Geduld, Verständnis und positiver Bestärkung die Welt zeigen und sie nicht überfordern. Phoebe wünscht sich kein perfektes Zuhause – nur Menschen, die sie lieben und ihr zeigen, wie schön ein behütetes Hundeleben sein kann. Wer schenkt unserer Seniorin die Chance auf ihren wohlverdienten Lebensabend? Oder wer kann ihr als Pflegestelle den Start in ein neues Leben ermöglichen? Phoebe hat lange genug gewartet. Jetzt soll auch für sie das Glück beginnen. Die Adoption eines Tierschutzhundes bedeutet immer die Übernahme einer besonderen Verantwortung und kann auch zu einer Herausforderung werden. Die Hunde bringen einen Rucksack mit vergangenen Erlebnissen oder ungelernten Situationen mit und benötigen Zeit zur Eingewöhnung in ihr neues Leben. Sollten Sie ernsthaftes Interesse an einer Adoption von Phoebe haben, dann nehmen Sie bitte Kontakt zu der zuständigen Vermittlerin der SALVA Hundehilfe auf. Auch über die Bereitstellung einer Pflegestelle würden wir uns sehr freuen. Hier gehts zu Phoebes Video Video 2

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Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.

Living with Phoebe

✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs

Cared for by SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. · Germany Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 2 months ago

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About Phoebe

What life with Phoebe looks like

Phoebe is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe 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. 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 Phoebe, answered.

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