How do I contact the shelter about Raya?

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

Can I adopt Raya if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau 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 Raya 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 Raya 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 Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau early rather than rehoming privately; they know Raya 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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Raya

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 10 years

Raya female dog, neutered American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador-Mix, born on 29.03.2020 Raya is a lovable power dog with a lot of heart, enthusiasm for life, and a touch of stubbornness. She is an assertive and cuddly female dog who loves water and is very active. Raya enjoys every pat and loves people—whether big or small. Children are heartily welcome with her! On the leash, she already does quite well. With a bit of patience and positive reinforcement, she will surely become the queen of walks. With positive motivation and a treat, she quickly gets excited about new tasks. Raya currently attends dog training classes once a week and is making great progress. When meeting male fellow animals, her decision is based on mutual liking. Other female dogs find her rather dull, and she shows it. What Raya needs are people with dog experience who can give her clear, fair rules and guide her through life with loving consistency. She would share her new home, depending on mutual liking, with a confident male dog. Cats? Unfortunately, a clear "No thank you"—they are better out of sight with Raya. Raya is allowed to live in the Canton of Thurgau without a permit, as the DNA test revealed only 30% list dog. If you have a desire for a loyal companion with character and a lot of enthusiasm for life, feel free to contact us—Raya is waiting with a wagging tail! For an appointment to meet the dog, a written confirmation from the landlord/owner is required, stating the explicit housing of a list dog. We assume that the dog will be visited multiple times to get to know the new owner. The dog may not be rehomed to DE according to law. (For more details, see www.zoll.de)

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Raya Hündin, kastriert American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador-Mix Geboren am 29.03.2020 Raya ist eine liebenswerte Powerhündin mit ganz viel Herz, Lebensfreude und einer Portion Dickkopf. Sie ist eine aufgestellte und verschmuste Hündin, die Wasser sehr liebt und gerne aktiv ist. Raya freut sich über jede Streicheleinheit und liebt Menschen – ob gross oder klein. Kinder sind bei ihr herzlich willkommen! An der Leine geht sie schon ganz gut. Mit etwas Geduld und positiver Verstärkung wird sie sicher bald zur Spaziergangs-Queen. Mit positiver Motivation und einem Leckerli lässt sie sich schnell für neue Aufgaben begeistern. Raya besucht momentan einmal wöchentlich die Hundeschule und macht grosse Fortschritte. Bei Begegnungen mit männlichen Artgenossen entscheidet bei ihr die Sympathie. Andere Hündinnen findet sie eher doof und zeigt das auch. Was Raya braucht, sind Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung, die ihr klare, faire Regeln geben und sie mit liebevoller Konsequenz durchs Leben begleiten. Sie würde ihr neues Zuhause, je nach Sympathie, mit einem souveränen Rüden teilen. Katzen? Leider ein klares „Nein danke!“ – die bleiben bei Raya besser ausser Sichtweite. Raya darf im Kanton Thurgau ohne Bewilligung wohnen, da beim DNA-Test nur 30% Listenhund nachgewiesen wurden. Wer Lust auf eine treue Begleiterin mit Charakter und viel Lebensfreude hat, darf sich gerne melden – Raya wartet mit wedelndem Schwanz! Bei Interesse meldet euch bitte per E-Mail an: Für einen Termin/Besichtigung des Hundes muss vorgängig eine schriftliche Bestätigung des Vermieters/Eigentümers vorliegen, in welcher die explizite Haltung eines Listenhundes erlaubt ist. Wir setzen voraus, dass der Hund bei Interesse mehrfach besucht wird, damit wir uns ein Bild vom neuen Halter machen können. Der Hund darf gesetzlich nicht nach DE vermittelt werden. (Einzelheiten siehe www.zoll.de)

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇨🇭Nesslau

Shelter

Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau

Living with Raya

✓Spayed
✓Good with kids

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About Raya

What life with Raya looks like

Raya is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Stiftung Tierheim Nesslau in Nesslau.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Nesslau, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Raya, answered.

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