How do I contact the shelter about Stella?

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

Can I adopt Stella if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein SOM e.V. (Tierheim Pfaffengrün) 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 Stella 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 Stella 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 SOM e.V. (Tierheim Pfaffengrün) early rather than rehoming privately; they know Stella 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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Stella

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

Stella is a loving and also gentle female dog who would like to "work" and needs a task. Stella is attentive and waits for commands from her humans. She needs people who will spend time with her. At first, Stella is unsure and needs a lot of time to build trust. But once that is achieved, she is a real cuddle buddy. She loves being petted and enjoys human contact. She likes going for walks and loves long hikes. But only if the weather is good. If there is too much rain or wind, our princess prefers short walks and wants to go back inside quickly. We are looking for dog-experienced people with heart who will visit her often before adoption and give her the time she needs. - Stella is a sensitive female dog, therefore small children or other animals are not suitable for her. With other dogs, it depends on the sympathy. Stella is a great dog for dog-experienced people. The animal shelter with all the stress is simply not the right place for her. Come visit the animal shelter. Shepherd mix, born April 15, 2018 approximately.

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Stella ist eine liebe und auch vom Wesen her eine zarte Hündin, die gerne „Arbeiten“ möchte und eine Aufgabe braucht. Stella ist aufmerksam und wartet auf Kommandos von ihren Menschen. Sie braucht Menschen die sich mit ihr beschäftigen. Anfangs ist Stella unsicher und braucht viel Zeit um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Aber wenn es dann soweit ist, dann ist sie eine richtige Schmusebacke. Streicheln liebt sie über alles und sie genießt die menschliche Nähe. Gassigehen findet sie toll und liebt lange Spaziergänge. Aber nur wenn das Wetter passt. Gibt es zu viel Regen oder Wind, dann bevorzugt unsere Prinzessin kleine Gassirunden und möchte wieder schnell ins Warme zurück. Für sie suchen wir hundeerfahrene Menschen mit Herz, die sie im Vorfeld öfters besuchen kommen und die ihr die Zeit lassen, die sie braucht. – Stella ist eine sensible Hündin, deshalb sind kleine Kinder oder andere Tiere für sie nicht geeignet. Bei anderen Hunden entscheidet die Sympathie. Stella ist ein toller Hund für hundeerfahrene Menschen. Das Tierheim mit all dem Stress, ist einfach nicht der richtige Platz für sie. Kommen Sie doch einmal zu einem Besuch im Tierheim vorbei. Schäfer-Mix, geb. 15. April 2018 ca. 58cm groß, kastriert Hier geniest Stella gerade einen Ausflug mit ihrer Patin

Size

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Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierschutzverein SOM e.V. (Tierheim Pfaffengrün)

Living with Stella

✓Spayed
✕Good with kids

Cared for by Tierschutzverein SOM e.V. (Tierheim Pfaffengrün) · Germany Learn about Mixed Breed →

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About Stella

What life with Stella looks like

Stella is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein SOM e.V. (Tierheim Pfaffengrün) in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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 Stella, answered.

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