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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 20 years

Spike – Little Man Seeks Great Happiness The little Spike lives currently in the animal shelter, among countless other dogs, which will likely never have the happiness of finding their own home and a family that can give them love and security. The golden sunbeam is a lovable little puppy dog who surely also wants to become a beloved family dog. Not much is known about the previous life of the brave mixed-breed male dog in his cute black-and-white coat; he was likely rescued by animal welfare officers from a very neglected apartment where the animals lived under unworthy and deprived conditions. Spike was in a physically poor condition, very emaciated and neglected. He was brought to the animal shelter, where he will first receive veterinary care, recover, and regain his strength. We now want to help the sweet Spike to be seen by loving and understanding people and to start a wonderful dog life soon. Spike probably did not learn much in his young life so far, so of course he still needs to learn what it means to be a family dog and practice with his family in dog training classes. The cute little dogman has lived together with other dogs and even cats, he is very social and friendly. He is still a bit reserved towards people, which is surely due to his previous life. But with lots of love, understanding, and affection, this should soon be in the past. Wonderful adventures, a always well-filled bowl, a cozy dog bed, and many cuddle hours, we wish from the heart that Spike's future life will be like this, with people who stand by him in every situation. © 2006-2024 by animal welfare association Europa e.V.

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Spike – kleiner Mann sucht das große Glück Der kleine Spike lebt derzeit im Tierheim, unter unendlich vielen anderen Hunden, welche wohl nie das Glück haben werden, ein eigenes zu Hause und eine Familie zu finden, die Liebe und Geborgenheit gibt. Dabei ist der goldige Sonnenschein ein liebenswerter kleiner Hundebub, der sicher auch ein geliebter Familienhund werden möchte. Über das bisherige Leben des tapferen Mischlingsrüden im hübschen schwarz-weißen Fellkleid ist nicht viel bekannt, er wurde vermutlich mit anderen Tieren aus einer sehr vernachlässigten Wohnung von Tierschützern herausgeholt. Die Tiere lebten dort unter unwürdigen und entbehrungsreichen Zuständen, Spike war in einem körperlich schlechten Zustand, sehr abgemagert und ungepflegt. Er wurde ins Tierheim gebracht, wo er erst einmal tierärztlich versorgt, sich erholen und wieder zu Kräften kommen kann. Wir möchten dem süßen Spike nun dabei helfen, dass er von lieben und verständnisvollen Menschen gesehen wird und bald in ein tolles Hundeleben starten darf. Spike hatte bisher in seinem jungen Leben wahrscheinlich nicht viel kennengelernt, daher muss er natürlich noch lernen, was man als Familienhund alles wissen muss und mit seiner Familie in der Hundeschule gemeinsam üben. Der niedliche Hundemann hat mit anderen Hunden und auch Katzen zusammengelebt, er ist sehr sozial und freundlich. Menschen gegenüber ist er noch etwas zurückhaltend, was sicher seinem bisherigen Leben geschuldet ist. Aber mit viel Liebe, Verständnis und Zuwendung sollte dies bald Vergangenheit sein. Tolle Unternehmungen, immer ein gut gefüllter Napf, ein kuscheliges Körbchen und viele gemeinsame Kuschelstunden, so wünschen wir uns von Herzen das zukünftige Leben von Spike, mit Menschen, die ihm in jeder Situation zur Seite stehen. © 2006-2024 by Tierschutzverein Europa e.V. - All rights reserved

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 20 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Spike
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Spike home

What you'll need for Spike 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
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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
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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

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    €30–60
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    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 Spike

What life with Spike looks like

Spike is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

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 Spike, answered.

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