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Adopt Shelby

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Lively Clown is on the lookout for his home! Shelby was discovered by attentive passersby on the street and was promptly taken away before a car could hit him. He can now wait for his fortune at a foster home in Greece. Shelby is full of energy and curiosity and loves exploring the world. Simply an energetic dog who enjoys spending time outdoors and new adventures with his also active humans. As a puppy, he still has many ideas in his head, which often make his Greek foster home laugh. To fully develop his potential, Shelby needs consistent guidance and loving upbringing. He is still in the learning phase and needs to learn to be alone, walk on a leash, and be housebroken. A home where he is given patience and time and his education is supported would be ideal for him. Shelby is an enthusiastic dog who, with the right guidance and stimulation, will grow into a loyal companion. His energy and charm will enrich your home and bring many unforgettable moments to his new family. If you are ready to offer Shelby a loving home and the support he needs to become a wonderful family member, contact our Patricia!

Read original (de)

Lebhafter Clown sucht sein Zuhause! Shelby wurde von aufmerksamen Passanten auf der Straße entdeckt und schleunigst von dort weggeholt bevor ein Auto ihn erfasst hätte. Er darf nun bei einer Pflegestelle in Griechenland auf seine Glück warten. Shelby ist voller Energie und Neugierde und liebt es, die Welt zu erkunden. Einfach ein aufgeweckter Hund, der gerne Zeit im Freien verbringt und neue Abenteuer mit seinen ebenfalls aktiven Menschen erlebt. Junghundetypisch hat er noch viele Flausen im Kopf, die seine griechische Pflegestelle oft zum Lachen bringen. Um sein volles Potenzial zu entfalten, benötigt Shelby konsequente Führung und liebevolle Erziehung. Er ist noch in der Lernphase und muss das Alleinbleiben, das Laufen an der Leine und die Stubenreinheit noch erlernen. Ein Zuhause, in dem ihm Geduld und Zeit geschenkt wird und seine Ausbildung unterstützt wird, wäre ideal für ihn. Shelby ist ein begeisterungsfähiger Hund, der mit der richtigen Anleitung und Auslastung zu einem treuen Begleiter heranwachsen wird. Seine Energie und sein Charme werden dein Zuhause bereichern und seiner neuen Familie viele unvergessliche Momente bescheren. Wenn du bereit bist, Shelby ein liebevolles Zuhause zu bieten und ihm die Unterstützung zu geben, die er braucht, um zu einem wunderbaren Familienmitglied heranzuwachsen, melde dich gleich bei unserer Patricia!

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Stuttgart
Shelter
Fellnasen Stuttgart e.V.
Living with Shelby
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Fellnasen Stuttgart e.V. · StuttgartLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Shelby home

What you'll need for Shelby 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 Shelby

What life with Shelby looks like

Shelby is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Fellnasen Stuttgart e.V. in Stuttgart.

An young 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. 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 Shelby, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Shelby?
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 Shelby on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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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