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POLAR

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

P OLAR 41291 (POA) – SENIOR - male dog, neutered, born ca. 2010, shoulder height ca. 50cm POLAR lives with a small pack of male and female dogs on the premises of the animal shelter, therefore we can currently say nothing about his leash behavior. He is a friendly, calm doggy grandpa, whose age is already somewhat visible in his gait. But he wants to be everywhere, follows us, and wants cuddles and treats. He seeks contact with us, not overly enthusiastically, but still friendly and cheerful, as befits an older (old) gentleman. Due to his living circumstances, he is also more accustomed to strangers/visitors than other animal shelter residents. It would be beautiful for him if he could spend his twilight years in his own home. (04/2026, B/C) Addition: the TH has placed a small bed on the premises for him, where he was lying when we arrived in the morning.

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P OLAR 41291 (POA) – SENIOR - Rüde, kastriert, geb ca. 2010, Schulterhöhe ca. 50cm Polar lebt mit einem kleinen Rudel mit Rüden und Hündinnen auf dem Hof des Tierheims, daher können wir momentan nichts über seine Leinenführigkeit sagen. Er ist eine freundlicher, ruhiger Hunde-Opa, dem man sein Alter schon ein wenig am Gangbild ansieht. Aber er möchte überall dabei sein, folgt uns, will gern Streicheleinheiten und Leckerlis. Er sucht den Kontakt zu uns, nicht überschwänglich, aber doch freundlich und fröhlich, wie es sich für einen älteren (alten) Herrn eben gehört. Aufgrund seiner Lebensumstände ist er auch eher an Fremde/Besucher gewöhnt als andere Tierheim-Insassen. Es wäre zu schön für ihn, wenn er seinen Lebensabend in einem eigenen zuhause verbringen könnte. (04/2026, B/C) Zusatz: das TH hat ihm ein kleines Bett auf den Hof gestellt, in dem er lag, als wir morgens eintrafen.

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Dierkshausen
Shelter
Hundehilfe Polen
Living with POLAR
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by Hundehilfe Polen · DierkshausenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing POLAR home

What you'll need for POLAR 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

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    €20–35

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About POLAR

What life with POLAR looks like

POLAR is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Hundehilfe Polen in Dierkshausen.

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.

Dierkshausen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting POLAR, answered.

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