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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Breed: (Terrier?) mixed breed Date of Birth: 13.09.2025 Size: approx. 40 cm / 12 kg Children: from about 10 years Cats: unknown, rather no In the animal shelter since: 28.02.2026 Raffaello is a small, sensitive male dog who, in his young life so far, has unfortunately not had the chance to get to know much. His first months were spent in a Romanian shelter – shaped by few environmental stimuli, little everyday experience, and without the security of his own home. Now the little man has arrived in Germany and faces a big task: to discover the world. Many things that are self-evident for other dogs still make Raffaello insecure. New sounds, strangers, or unknown situations quickly unsettle him. Therefore, he needs people with patience, understanding, and a loving approach who can show him step by step how beautiful and safe life can be. Raffaello already orients himself towards his trusted people and wants to please, but often does not yet know how to behave in certain situations. With clear, calm, but confident guidance, he will surely learn to gain trust and become more courageous quickly. For Raffaello, we wish for a rather quiet home with sensitive people who give him the time to settle in at his own pace and show him that the Mebsch (a type of dog) takes care of him. A confident single dog could certainly help him, but is not a must. Whoever gives the little male dog a chance will win a loyal companion who, with the right support, will blossom step by step. Raffaello is looking for people who do not expect him to be perfect but who want to accompany him on his journey – with heart, patience, and understanding.

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Rasse: (Terrier?) Mischling Geburtsdatum: 13.09.2025 Größe: ca 40 cm / 12 Kilo Kinder: ab ca 10 Jahren Katzen: unbekannt eher nein Im Tierheim seit: 28.02.2026 Raffaello ist ein kleiner, sensibler Rüde, der in seinem jungen Leben bisher leider noch nicht viel kennenlernen durfte. Seine ersten Lebensmonate verbrachte er in einem rumänischen Shelter – geprägt von wenig Umweltreizen, kaum Alltagserfahrungen und ohne die Sicherheit eines eigenen Zuhauses. Nun ist der kleine Mann in Deutschland angekommen und steht vor einer großen Aufgabe: die Welt entdecken. Viele Dinge, die für andere Hunde selbstverständlich sind, machen Raffaello noch unsicher. Neue Geräusche, fremde Menschen oder unbekannte Situationen verunsichern ihn schnell. Deshalb braucht er Menschen mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem liebevollen Umgang, die ihm Schritt für Schritt zeigen, wie schön und sicher das Leben sein kann. Raffaello orientiert sich bereits an seinen Bezugspersonen und möchte gefallen, weiß aber oft noch nicht, wie er sich in manchen Situationen verhalten soll. Mit klarer, ruhiger, aber souveräner Anleitung wird er sicher schnell lernen Vertrauen zu fassen und immer mutiger werden. Für Raffaello wünschen wir uns ein eher ruhiges Zuhause bei einfühlsamen Menschen, die ihm die Zeit geben, in seinem Tempo anzukommen und ihm zeigen, dass der Mebsch auf ihn aufpasst. Ein souveräner Ersthund könnte ihm dabei durchaus helfen, ist aber kein Muss. Wer dem kleinen Rüden eine Chance gibt, wird einen treuen Begleiter gewinnen, der mit der richtigen Unterstützung Schritt für Schritt aufblühen wird. Raffaello sucht Menschen, die ihn nicht perfekt erwarten, sondern ihn auf seinem Weg begleiten möchten – mit Herz, Geduld und Verständnis.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Pfungstadt
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Pfungstadt und Umgebung e.V
Living with Raffaello
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Raffaello home

What you'll need for Raffaello in week one.

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    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Padded Y-Front Harness

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About Raffaello

What life with Raffaello looks like

Raffaello is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Pfungstadt und Umgebung e.V in Pfungstadt.

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 Raffaello, answered.

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