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Poli

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 7 years

Poli did not arrive alone, but with her dog family at the animal shelter. She came with her brother Chuk, her sister Meri, and their father, an 11-year-old dog who fortunately already found a home. They came to the animal shelter after the death of their owner—the only person and the only life they had ever known. Poli spent her entire life isolated in a yard, so the world outside was completely unknown and very overwhelming to her. Poli is the most anxious of the three dogs. She is extremely sensitive, cautious, and needs the most time to relax and feel safe in new situations. Behind her great shyness lies a gentle and loving soul that is slowly beginning to build trust. She has already learned to walk on a leash. Despite that, she is still learning about everyday life and all the new experiences. New people, sounds, traffic, and unknown situations are things she learns to understand at her own pace. Poli shows no aggression. When she feels uncomfortable or anxious, she simply retreats and seeks safety. She is a calm, delicate, and very sensitive soul that needs time, patience, and much understanding. We firmly believe that Poli will slowly blossom in a quiet and loving home, without pressure and with people who give her security. She does not ask for much—just a chance to finally feel safe and loved. Who will give the refined lady dog a new home?

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Poli kam nicht allein, sondern zusammen mit ihrer Hundefamilie ins Tierheim. Mit ihr kamen ihr Bruder Chuk, ihre Schwester Meri und ihr Vater, ein 11-jähriger Hund, der glücklicherweise bereits ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Sie kamen nach dem Tod ihres Besitzers ins Tierheim – der einzigen Person und dem einzigen Leben, das sie je gekannt hatten. Poli verbrachte ihr ganzes Leben isoliert in einem Hof, daher war die Welt außerhalb davon für sie völlig unbekannt und sehr überwältigend. Poli ist die ängstlichste der drei Hunde. Sie ist extrem sensibel, vorsichtig und braucht am meisten Zeit, um sich zu entspannen und sich in neuen Situationen sicher zu fühlen. Hinter ihrer großen Schüchternheit steckt jedoch eine sanfte und liebe Seele, die langsam beginnt, Vertrauen aufzubauen. Inzwischen hat sie gelernt, an der Leine zu laufen. Trotzdem lernt sie den Alltag und all die neuen Erfahrungen noch kennen. Neue Menschen, Geräusche, Verkehr und unbekannte Situationen sind Dinge, die sie in ihrem eigenen Tempo verstehen lernt. Poli zeigt keinerlei Aggression. Wenn sie sich unwohl oder ängstlich fühlt, zieht sie sich einfach zurück und sucht Sicherheit. Sie ist eine ruhige, zarte und sehr sensible Seele, die Zeit, Geduld und viel Verständnis braucht. Wir glauben fest daran, dass Poli in einem ruhigen und liebevollen Zuhause, ohne Druck und mit Menschen, die ihr Sicherheit geben, langsam aufblühen wird. Sie verlangt nicht viel – nur eine Chance, sich endlich sicher und geliebt zu fühlen. Wer gibt der feinen Hundedame ein neues Zuhause? ❤️🐶

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Stuttgart
Shelter
Fellnasen Stuttgart e.V.
Living with Poli
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Bringing Poli home

What you'll need for Poli 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 Poli

What life with Poli looks like

Poli is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Fellnasen Stuttgart e.V. in Stuttgart.

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. 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 Poli, answered.

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