Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Silvan

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

adoption requirements adoption process Inquire about this animal now! adoption requirements adoption process Inquire about this dog now! Silvan is one of those dogs who has been overlooked for far too long. He is now around 5 years old and carries a past with him that could hardly be heavier. His previous owner treated him extremely poorly: Silvan spent years chained up, isolated, without shelter, without affection, and without any opportunity to learn trust or experience safety. That time has left deep scars. The medium-sized male dog, standing about 55 cm at the shoulder and sporting short, tricolor fur, appears calm and attentive—yet his eyes reveal how much he has endured. The fact that Silvan, despite all the neglect and abuse he suffered, is now even capable of allowing closeness demonstrates his tremendous inner strength. He currently lives in a foster home in Baia Mare. Silvan initially meets unfamiliar people with skepticism—a reaction more than understandable given his history. However, he does not react impulsively; instead, he needs time to assess situations and is able to calm down again. With people he knows and trusts, an entirely different dog emerges: friendly, clingy, cuddly, and very sweet in his interactions. Once he has built trust, he actively seeks closeness and clearly enjoys the affection of his trusted people. Silvan gets along well with other dogs and is sociable. By now, he shows no issues whatsoever with any dogs, which can provide him additional security in his new home. Since Silvan has never experienced a normal dog’s life, living indoors is still unfamiliar to him. Everyday things like walking nicely on a leash, house-training, or consistent routines must be learned step by step. For this, he needs experienced, patient, and calm individuals who can offer guidance without overwhelming him. A quiet, preferably rural environment would be ideal, as too many stimuli quickly unsettle him. Positive-reinforcement dog training classes can later help him gain further confidence and deepen his bond with his people. We are looking for a stable, reliable home for Silvan with empathetic people who take his past seriously but never hold it against him—people who can read him, give him time, and show him that life can also be kind, predictable, and full of affection. Given these conditions, Silvan will continue to open up and grow into a loyal, sensitive companion. Silvan will travel neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed, treated for fleas, and with an EU pet passport.

DE·Show original

Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt dieses Tier anfragen! Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt diesen Hund anfragen! Silvan gehört zu den Hunden, die viel zu lange übersehen werden. Inzwischen ist er etwa 5 Jahre alt und trägt eine Vergangenheit mit sich, die kaum schwerer sein könnte. Sein früherer Besitzer behandelte ihn äußerst schlecht: Silvan verbrachte Jahre angebunden an einer Kette, isoliert, ohne Schutz, ohne Zuwendung und ohne die Möglichkeit, Vertrauen zu lernen oder Sicherheit zu erfahren. Diese Zeit hat tiefe Spuren hinterlassen. Der mittelgroße Rüde mit einer Schulterhöhe von rund 55 cm und kurzem, dreifarbigem Fell wirkt ruhig und aufmerksam, sein Blick verrät jedoch, wie viel er aushalten musste. Dass Silvan trotz der erlebten Vernachlässigung und des Missbrauchs heute überhaupt in der Lage ist, Nähe zuzulassen, zeigt seine enorme innere Stärke. Aktuell lebt er in einer Pflegestelle in Baia Mare. Unbekannten Menschen begegnet Silvan zunächst mit Skepsis – ein Verhalten, das angesichts seiner Vergangenheit mehr als verständlich ist. Er reagiert jedoch nicht kopflos, sondern braucht Zeit, um Situationen einzuordnen, und kann sich auch wieder beruhigen. Bei Menschen, die er kennt und denen er vertraut, zeigt sich ein ganz anderer Hund: freundlich, anhänglich, verschmust und sehr süß im Umgang. Hat er einmal Vertrauen gefasst, sucht er Nähe und genießt die Zuwendung seiner Bezugspersonen spürbar. Mit anderen Hunden ist Silvan gut verträglich und sozial. Mittlerweile zeigt er sich mit allen Hunden problemlos, was ihm im neuen Zuhause zusätzliche Sicherheit geben kann. Da Silvan nie ein normales Hundeleben kennenlernen durfte, ist ein Leben im Haus für ihn noch ungewohnt. Alltägliche Dinge wie Leinenführigkeit, Stubenreinheit oder feste Abläufe muss er erst Schritt für Schritt erlernen. Dafür braucht er Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung, Geduld und ruhiger Ausstrahlung, die ihm Orientierung geben, ohne ihn zu überfordern. Eine ruhige, eher ländliche Umgebung wäre ideal, da zu viele Reize ihn schnell verunsichern. Eine positiv arbeitende Hundeschule kann ihm später helfen, weiter Sicherheit zu gewinnen und das Vertrauen zu seinen Menschen auszubauen. Gesucht wird für Silvan ein stabiles, verlässliches Zuhause bei einfühlsamen Menschen, die seine Vergangenheit ernst nehmen, sie aber nicht ständig gegen ihn verwenden. Menschen, die ihn lesen können, ihm Zeit lassen und ihm zeigen, dass ein Leben auch freundlich, berechenbar und voller Zuwendung sein kann. Unter diesen Voraussetzungen wird Silvan sich weiter öffnen und zu einem treuen, sensiblen Begleiter heranwachsen. Silvan reist kastriert, gechipt, geimpft, entwurmt und entfloht sowie mit EU-Heimtierausweis aus. Die

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Ein Herz für Streuner e.V.
Living with Silvan
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Silvan home

What you'll need for Silvan in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

    View on Amazon
    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

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

    View on Amazon
    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

    View on Amazon
    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

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

    View on Amazon
    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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

    View on Amazon
    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

    View on Amazon
    €20–35

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Silvan

What life with Silvan looks like

Silvan is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. in München.

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. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

München, Germany browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Silvan, answered.

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

More Mixed Breed pets

I'MAIL,  Mixed Breed for adoption at Les Petites Patounes

I'MAIL

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown
IRINA 2mois x berger (en FA 26210),  Mixed Breed for adoption at Les Petites Patounes

IRINA 2mois x berger (en FA 26210)

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown
ITCHI,  Mixed Breed for adoption at Les Petites Patounes

ITCHI

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown

More from Ein Herz für Streuner e.V.

Biggi, female 6yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V., München

Biggi

Mixed Breed · large

6 yearsFemale
Abbie, female 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V., München

Abbie

Mixed Breed · medium

5 yearsFemale
Starbucks, female puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V., München

Starbucks

Mixed Breed · large

10 monthsFemale
Similar animals

More Mixed Breeds looking for a home

Jack, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Jack

Mixed Breed · large

8 yearsMale
Lia, female senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Lia

Mixed Breed · medium

12 yearsFemale
Tayla, female senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Tayla

Mixed Breed · medium

8 yearsFemale
Einstein,  5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Einstein

Mixed Breed · small

5 yearsUnknown
Yara,  5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Yara

Mixed Breed · medium

5 yearsUnknown
Monky,  4yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Little Souls

Monky

Mixed Breed · small

4 yearsUnknown

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →