How do I contact the shelter about Polly?

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

Can I adopt Polly if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Ettlingen 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 Polly 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 Polly 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 Tierheim Ettlingen early rather than rehoming privately; they know Polly 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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Adopt Polly

Female · Adult · 5 years

Polly – a cheerful little Spitz female dog seeks her home Polly is a charming little Spitz female dog who originally came to us as a found dog. After we finally established contact with the original owners, it was decided that Polly could stay with us and we are now searching for a suitable new home for her. When first meeting new people, typical Spitz behavior is for Polly to be attentive and loud – she happily greets visitors with excited barking. However, if given a moment to herself and the opportunity to make contact at her own pace, she quickly shows her cheerful and very friendly side. Then the ice is usually broken quickly, and Polly is enthusiastic with her open nature. Polly is an absolutely lively and active female dog who likes to be in the middle of things. She seems to already have experience with children, as she also handles loud chaos well. She especially likes bringing her ball and charmingly invites play – shared activities bring her great joy. We can imagine Polly well in an active home where she gets enough mental stimulation, attention, and shared adventures. With enough trust and bonding, we can also imagine her as a companion in everyday life – for example, on city outings or even in a restaurant. Leaving her alone still needs to be practiced further. Currently, at Polly's shelter, she shows that she makes herself known when she is ignored for a longer time. With the right engagement, patience, and training, this should develop well. Polly is generally compatible with other dogs and also gets along well with significantly larger fellow animals – as long as she also gets attention. Overall, Polly is a uncomplicated, cheerful female dog who brings a lot of fun into the lives of her people. We can imagine her well with engaged new dog owners who are looking for a lively, clever, and lovable Spitz.

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Polly – fröhliche Kleinspitz-Dame sucht ihr Zuhause Polly ist eine bezaubernde Kleinspitz-Hündin, die ursprünglich als Fundhund zu uns kam. Nachdem wir schließlich Kontakt zu den ursprünglichen Besitzern herstellen konnten, wurde gemeinsam entschieden, dass Polly bei uns bleiben darf und wir nun ein passendes neues Zuhause für sie suchen. Typisch Spitz begegnet Polly neuen Menschen zunächst aufmerksam und lautstark – sie kommentiert Besucher gerne mit einem aufgeregten Bellen. Lässt man ihr jedoch einen Moment Zeit und gibt ihr die Möglichkeit, in ihrem eigenen Tempo Kontakt aufzunehmen, zeigt sie schnell ihre fröhliche und sehr freundliche Seite. Dann ist das Eis meist rasch gebrochen und Polly begeistert mit ihrer offenen Art. Polly ist eine absolut lebensfrohe und aktive Hündin, die gerne mittendrin ist. Sie scheint bereits Erfahrung mit Kindern zu haben, denn auch mit lautem Trubel kommt sie gut zurecht. Besonders gerne bringt sie ihren Ball und fordert damit charmant zum Spielen auf – gemeinsame Aktivitäten machen ihr große Freude. Wir können uns Polly gut in einem aktiven Zuhause vorstellen, in dem sie ausreichend Beschäftigung, Aufmerksamkeit und gemeinsame Unternehmungen bekommt. Mit genügend Vertrauen und Bindung können wir sie uns durchaus auch als Begleiterin im Alltag vorstellen – zum Beispiel bei Ausflügen in die Stadt oder sogar im Restaurant. Das Alleinebleiben muss vermutlich noch weiter geübt werden. Bei uns zeigt sie aktuell noch, dass sie sich bemerkbar macht, wenn sie längere Zeit ignoriert wird. Mit der richtigen Auslastung, Geduld und Training sollte sich das aber gut entwickeln lassen. Mit anderen Hunden ist Polly grundsätzlich verträglich und kommt auch mit deutlich größeren Artgenossen gut zurecht – solange sie selbst dabei nicht zu kurz kommt und ebenfalls Aufmerksamkeit bekommt. Insgesamt ist Polly eine unkomplizierte, fröhliche Hündin, die viel Spaß ins Leben ihrer Menschen bringt. Wir können sie uns gut bei engagierten Hundeanfängern vorstellen, die Lust auf einen lebhaften, cleveren und liebenswerten Spitz haben.

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇩🇪Ettlingen

Shelter

Tierheim Ettlingen

Living with Polly

✓House-trained
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✓Good with dogs
✓Good with kids

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About Polly

What life with Polly looks like

Polly is a medium-sized adult dog waiting at Tierheim Ettlingen in Ettlingen.

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 Polly, answered.

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