How do I contact the shelter about Tache?

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

Can I adopt Tache if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Step by Paw 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 Tache 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 Tache 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 Step by Paw e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tache 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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Tache

Pointer · Male · Young · 2 years

Breed: Pointer-Mix Gender: male Born: ca. September 2023 Shoulder height: ca. 60 cm Compatible with dogs: yes Compatible with children: not known Compatible with cats: not known For several days, the animal shelter received calls about a dog wandering along a street, going up and down the same spot. As soon as someone approached, however, he ran away and wouldn't let himself be touched. It took several days for the animal shelter to finally secure him. We suspect that he was left here and is now waiting for his owner to return. At the shelter, Tache is slowly recovering from all the horrors he must have experienced. He just wants to be loved. His large body houses a fragile soul. He was probably beaten. Sudden movements and loud voices scare him; then he hides in the back corner of his kennel. But if he gathers the courage to approach a person, he is loving, cuddly, and seeks company. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs. Tache needs a lot of exercise, and enjoys variety on his walks. Maybe he would even enjoy Mantrailing. Do you think the gentle giant would be ideal for your active lifestyle, and would you like to give him a home? You are aware that adopting an animal shelter dog means a lot of work, and you are ready to commit to this work? Excellent! Come by our homepage and get in touch with us! We will then get in touch with you.

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Rasse: Pointer-Mix Geschlecht: männlich Geboren ca. September 2023 Schulterhöhe: ca. 60 cm Verträglich mit Hunden: ja Verträglich mit Kindern: nicht bekannt Verträglich mit Katzen: nicht bekannt Über mehrere Tage erhielten die Animaleas Anrufe wegen eines Hundes, der an einer Straße entlangwandere, immer auf und ab, an derselben Stelle. Sobald sich jemand näherte, lief er jedoch weg und ließ sich nicht anfassen. So dauerte es mehrere Tage, bis die Animaleas ihn sichern konnten. Wir vermuten, dass er an diesem Ort ausgesetzt wurde und nun dort auf seinen Besitzer wartete. Im Refugio erholt Tache sich nun langsam von all den Schrecken, die er schon erlebt haben muss. Er möchte eigentlich nur lieb gehabt werden. In seinem großen Körper steckt eine zerbrechliche Seele. Wahrscheinlich ist er geschlagen worden. Abrupte Gesten und laute Stimmen machen ihm Angst; dann verkriecht er sich in die hinterste Ecke seines Körbchens. Wenn er einem Menschen gegenüber aber Mut gefasst hat, ist er lieb, verschmust und sucht die Gesellschaft. Mit anderen Hunden kommt er wunderbar zurecht. Tache braucht viel Bewegung, gerne mit Abwechslung auf den Spaziergängen. Vielleicht ließe er sich sogar für Mantrailing begeistern. Du findest, der sanfte Riese wäre ideal für Deinen aktiven Lebensstil und Du möchtst Ihm ein Zuhause schenken? Dir ist bewusst, dass die Adoption eines Tierschutzhundes viel Arbeit bedeutet, und bist bereit, diese Arbeit zu leisten? Ausgezeichnet! Schau gleich auf unserer Homepage vorbei und nimm unter mit uns Kontakt auf! Wir setzen uns dann mit Dir in Verbindung.

Size

Extra large

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Step by Paw e.V.

Living with Tache

✓Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✓Good with kids

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About Tache

What life with Tache looks like

Tache is a extra-large young adult pointer dog waiting at Step by Paw e.V. in Germany.

An young 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Tache, answered.

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