How do I contact the shelter about Shorty?

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

Can I adopt Shorty if I live in another country?

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

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 6 months

24.05.2026: Little Shorty has already traveled the world while waiting for a permanent home in his foster home. Well, at least he made it to Holland. The six-month-old, neutered male dog is still searching for his people who can continue to train him in Hunde 1x1 and prepare him for life. Shorty knows dogs of both sexes and lives with his foster parents along with the large female dog Aella (also from our animal shelter) and cats. He also travels well in the car. In some situations, he is still a bit unsure. This is being worked on and should continue to be worked on. Time, patience, and a sunny disposition are needed when raising a young dog. Anyone who would like to personally meet Shorty can contact us by phone or email. The four Bulgarian young pups are siblings and were allowed to travel to our animal shelter in search of a responsible home. They are all outspoken, not the type to back down. Wearing a harness and walking on a leash are still things they need to learn. But our hardworking little walkers are working on it. Puffboy, Shorty, Shiny, and Sunny are sweet little puppies whose upbringing of course still requires a bit of time and patience.

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24.05.2026: Klein Shorty hat, während er in seiner Pflegestelle auf ein Zuhause wartet, schonmal die Welt bereist. Naja, zumindest bis nach Holland ist er gekommen. Der 6 Monate alte, kastrierte Rüde, sucht noch nach seinen Menschen, die mit ihm weiter das Hunde 1x1 pauken und ihn auf's Leben vorbereiten. Shorty kennt Hunde beiderlei Geschlechts und lebt bei seinen Pflegeeltern mit der großen Hündin Aella (auch aus unserem Tierheim) und Katzen zusammen. Er fährt auch problemlos im Auto mit. In einigen Situationen ist er noch etwas unsicher. Daran wird gearbeitet und sollte auch weiterhin gearbeitet werden. Zeit, Geduld und ein sonniges Gemüt braucht es, bei der Erziehung eines jungen Hundes. Wer Shorty persönlich kennenlernen möchte, der meldet sich gerne telefonisch oder per E-Mail bei uns. ________ Die vier bulgarischen Jungspunde sind Geschwister und durften, auf der Suche nach einem verantwortungsvollen Zuhause, in unser Tierheim reisen. Vorlaut sind sie allesamt, die keinen Zwerge. Das Tragen eines Geschirrs und das Laufen an der Leine, müssen sie noch lernen. Aber unsere fleißigen Gassimenschen arbeiten daran. Puffboy, Shorty, Shiny und Sunny sind zuckersüße Junghunde, in deren Erziehung natürlich noch ein bisschen Zeit und Geduld zu investieren ist.

Size

Large

Age

Puppy · 6 months

Location

🇩🇪Mayen

Shelter

Tierheim Mayen

Living with Shorty

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About Shorty

What life with Shorty looks like

Shorty is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Mayen in Mayen.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Shorty, answered.

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