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I am a roughly four-year-old Terrier – mixed breed with a lot of personality and a strong character. People who meet me should not be solely guided by my sweet appearance – because I am so much more than that! On one hand, I am incredibly smart, cuddly, and lovable. I want to please my people and am ready to learn and grow with them. On the other hand, I need clear, consistent leadership, because without it, I like to take control myself. Of course, I also come with certain breed-specific traits: I have a prey drive and am territorial. At the same time, I love training with you! In dog training classes, I am the absolute overachiever, as I am very well-behaved and enjoy working with my people. And when it comes to my four-legged friends – I get along well with them. As a second dog, I would also be suitable if my new canine buddy is confident and relaxed. But one thing is certain: Whoever understands me and gives me the right guidance will get a real treasure! I am a loyal companion who stands by their people through thick and thin, who is always up for fun, and with whom you can experience great adventures. I bring joy, good cheer, and a whole lot of love – and once you have welcomed me into your heart, you will never want to miss me again! Therefore, I am looking for a home with experienced, confident people who can show me the right way with love and clear leadership. A calm environment without children would be ideal for me. If you are ready to offer me a stable and reliable structure, then I could be the right companion for you! Feel free to contact our shelter to meet me. I look forward to meeting you!.

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Ich bin ein ca. vier Jahre alter Terrier – Mischling mit viel Persönlichkeit und einem starken Charakter. Menschen, die mich kennenlernen, sollten sich nicht allein von meinem zuckersüßem äußeren Erscheinungsbild leiten lassen – denn ich bin viel mehr als das! Einerseits bin ich unfassbar klug, verschmust und liebenswert. Ich möchte meinen Menschen gefallen und bin bereit, mit ihnen gemeinsam zu lernen und zu wachsen. Andererseits benötige ich klare, konsequente Führung, denn wenn mir diese fehlt, übernehme ich gern selbst die Kontrolle. Natürlich bringe ich auch gewisse rassetypische Eigenschaften mit: Ich habe einen gewissen Jagdtrieb und bin territorial veranlagt. Gleichzeitig liebe ich es, mit dir zu trainieren! In der Hundeschule bin ich der absolute Streber, denn ich bin super erzogen und arbeite gerne mit meinen Menschen zusammen. Und was meine vierbeinigen Kumpels angeht – mit denen bin ich gut verträglich. Als Zweithund wäre ich daher auch geeignet, wenn mein neuer Hundekumpel souverän und entspannt ist. Doch eines ist sicher: Wer mich versteht und mir die richtige Führung gibt, bekommt einen echten Goldschatz! Ich bin ein treuer Begleiter, der mit seinen Menschen durch dick und dünn geht, der für jeden Spaß zu haben ist und mit dem man tolle Abenteuer erleben kann. Ich bringe Freude, gute Laune und ganz viel Liebe mit – und wenn du mich einmal ins Herz geschlossen hast, wirst du mich nie wieder missen wollen! Deshalb suche ich ein Zuhause bei erfahrenen, souveränen Menschen, die mir mit Liebe und klarer Führung den richtigen Weg zeigen. Ein ruhiges Umfeld ohne Kinder wäre für mich ideal. Wenn du bereit bist, mir eine stabile und verlässliche Struktur zu bieten, dann könnte ich der richtige Begleiter für dich sein! Melde dich gern im Tierheim, um mich kennenzulernen. Ich freue mich auf dich!

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Age
Location
🇩🇪Dormagen
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Dormagen e.V.
Living with Tabu
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Bringing Tabu home

What you'll need for Tabu 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 Tabu

What life with Tabu looks like

Tabu is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Dormagen e.V. in Dormagen.

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 Tabu, answered.

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