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Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

Donation Barometer Anne T. €40 A portion of the donations received so far has been used for veterinary treatment. Update January 11, 2026: Pretty has now been living with her foster family for two months. She quickly showed that she really enjoys life as a beloved family dog. Pretty has fallen especially in love with her foster mom. Unfortunately, our white beauty has to share this attention with the two family dogs and the grandchild, who all live together in a house with two generations. Pretty first had to learn that, despite this "competition," she does not need to feel jealousy, food envy, or fear of loss. This took a great deal of patience, nerves, and a lot of understanding for our Pretty, but her foster family's steadfast perseverance has been absolutely worth it. Pretty's behavior is understandable when you know her background. We have reported how she was wasting away more and more at the canile: the daily struggle to snatch some food, and of course the unbearable noise of the many other crying and barking dogs. Pretty was so stressed that she became incredibly thin. Who could blame her for now wanting to claim this sunny side of her new life all for herself? After all, for her entire life up to now, she was an unseen and unloved dog soul. But Pretty learned quickly, and by now she has fully arrived. She has worked through all her fears and enjoys life with all the two- and four-legged family members. How wonderfully she now gets along with the family dogs is shown by the new pictures we received of Pretty. Now her journey should soon come to an end. We wish so much that her status of "foster dog" would change to "family member"!!! So that Pretty can finally truly arrive and unpack her suitcase for good. Pretty has so deserved it!!! SOS Pretty – sad news Update 09/11/25: As we already reported in November 2024 and March 2025, we are deeply worried about our Pretty. She had lost a great deal of weight. Responses to our inquiries proved slow and drawn out. The examination we requested found nothing medically wrong. However, constant stress in the canile can take a heavy toll on sensitive dogs. Loud barking 24/7, the air filled with biting urine odor, no free running (except for photos), the cramped small enclosures with 3–4 other dogs... Prompted by the concerned inquiry of a dog lover who has had Pretty in her sights for some time but currently cannot adopt her, we followed up with the canile a third time: she has been moved to a completely remote area. No one passes by there, not even the volunteers, who (as far as is possible given the large number of dogs) occasionally give out a few pats or say a kind word to the dogs. Pretty is now completely alone, entirely cut off! We understand that the canile did this with good intentions. It is the only way to shield Pretty a little from the stress described above. She has put on some weight again—but at what cost!! Now the poor girl is constantly lonely; there are no external stimuli at all. From stress level 100 to 0. Sadly, this resembles solitary confinement. We have to do something! Unfortunately, Pretty cannot currently come to HOPE because we are fully booked. But if she had the option of adoption, we would instead place her in a paid boarding facility for the period of export preparation (veterinarian, vaccination, the required 21-day waiting period). This is a manageable timeframe and would enable a short-notice departure. Pretty has a shuttle bus ticket that she would very much like to redeem for the journey into a carefree and happy future! She urgently needs

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Spendenbarometer Anne T. 40,-€ Ein Teil der bisher eingegangenen Spenden wurden für tierärztliche Behandlungen eingesetzt. Update 11.Januar 2026: Pretty lebt nun schon seit zwei Monaten bei ihrer Pflegefamilie. Sie zeigte schnell, dass ihr das Leben als geliebter Familienhund so richtig toll gefällt. Ganz besonders hat sich Pretty in ihre Pflegemama verliebt. Allerdings muss unsere weiße Schönheit diese Aufmerksamkeit mit den beiden Familienhunden und dem Enkel teilen, die alle gemeinsam in einem Zweigenerationenhaus leben, Pretty musste erst einmal lernen, dass sie trotz dieser für sie bestehenden „Konkurrenz“ keine Eifersucht, kein Futterneid und keine Verlustängste haben muss. Das hat einiges an Nervenarbeit, unheimlich viel Geduld und ganz viel Verständnis für unsere Pretty gebraucht, aber dieses harte Durchhaltevermögen ihrer Pflegefamilie hat sich absolut gelohnt. Prettys Verhalten kann man nachvollziehen, wenn man ihre Vorgeschichte kennt. Wir haben von Pretty berichtet, wie sie immer mehr verkümmerte im Canile. Der tägliche Kampf um etwas Futter zu erhaschen und natürlich der unerträgliche Lärm der vielen anderen weinenden und bellenden Hunde. Pretty war so gestresst, dass sie unheimlich abgemagert ist. Wer kann es ihr dann verübeln, dass sie nun diese Sonnenseite des neuen Lebens für sich ganz allein in Anspruch nehmen möchte. So war sie doch ihr lebenlang bis dato eine ungesehene und ungeliebte Hundeseele. Aber Pretty hat schnell gelernt und mittlerweile ist sie vollkommen angekommen. Sie hat alle ihre Ängste abgelebt und genießt das Leben mit allen Zwei- und Vierbeinern. Wie toll sich sich mittlerweile auch mit den Familienhunden versteht, zeigen die neuen Bilder die wir von Pretty bekommen haben. Jetzt sollte ihre Reise bald enden. Wir wünschen uns so sehr, dass sich ihr Status „Pflegehund“ ändert in „Familienmitglied“!!! Damit Pretty endlich so richtig ankommen darf und ihren Koffer für immer auspacken kann. Pretty hat es so verdient!!! SOS Pretty – traurige Neuigkeiten Update 11.09.25: Wie wir im November 2024 und März 2025 bereits berichteten, sind wir in großer Sorge um unsere Pretty. Sie hatte sehr viel Gewicht verloren. Die Beantwortung unserer Nachfragen erwies sich als zähflüssig. Bei der von uns angeregten Untersuchung konnte medizinisch nichts festgestellt werden. Jedoch kann der ständige Stress im Canile sensiblen Hunden sehr zusetzen. Lautes Gebell 24/7, die Luft erfüllt von beißendem Uringeruch, kein Freilauf (außer für Fotos), die Beengtheit in den kleinen Gehegen mit 3-4 anderen Hunden… Aufgrund der besorgten Nachfrage einer Hundefreundin, die Pretty schon länger im Auge hat, sie jedoch aktuell nicht adoptieren kann, hakten wir ein drittes Mal im Canile nach: Sie wurde umgesetzt, und zwar in einen völlig abgelegenen Bereich. Niemand kommt dort vorbei, nicht einmal die Volontäre, die (soweit das bei der Vielzahl der Hunde möglich ist) ab und zu ein paar Streicheleinheiten verteilen oder ein liebes Wort an die Hunde richten. Pretty ist nun ganz allein, völlig abgeschottet! Wir verstehen, dass dies seitens des Canile durchaus in guter Absicht geschah. Es ist die einzige Möglichkeit, Pretty ein wenig von dem oben beschriebenen Stress abzuschirmen. Sie hat inzwischen wieder etwas zugenommen - aber zu welchem Preis!! Nun ist das arme Mädchen durchgehend einsam; es gibt keinerlei Außenreize. Von Stresslevel 100 auf 0. Traurigerweise erinnert das an Isolationshaft. Wir müssen etwas tun! Pretty kann aktuell leider nicht nach HOPE kommen, weil wir voll belegt sind. Aber wenn sie die Option auf eine Adoption hätte, würden wir sie für die Zeit der Ausreisevorbereitung (Tierarzt, Impfung, vorgeschriebene 21 Tage Wartezeit) stattdessen in einer kostenpflichtigen Pension unterbringen. Das ist ein überschaubarer Zeitraum und würde eine kurzfristige Ausreise ermöglichen. Pretty hat ein Shuttlebus-Ticket, das sie gerne einlösen möchte für die Fahrt in eine sorgenfreie und glückliche Zukunft! Sie braucht jetzt dringend

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
saving dogs e.V.
Living with Pretty
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by saving dogs e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Pretty home

What you'll need for Pretty 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 Pretty

What life with Pretty looks like

Pretty is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at saving dogs e.V. in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pretty, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Pretty?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. saving dogs e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pretty on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Pretty if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — saving dogs 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Pretty 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 Pretty 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 saving dogs e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pretty 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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