How do I contact the shelter about Toby?

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

Can I adopt Toby if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein Garafia 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 Toby 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 Toby 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 Garafia e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Toby 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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Toby

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Background Toby is a small dog who has been brought to the animal shelter of the animal welfare association Pro Animal on La Gomera several times after being found alone on the street by attentive passersby. The last time was particularly serious: Toby was hit by a car. Fortunately, the little guy did not suffer any physical injuries. However, it became clear to us at that moment that things couldn't go on like this. Therefore, we decided to urgently ask the owner to give Toby into the care of the shelter. This way, he will no longer be exposed to the dangers of the street and can instead live safely, cared for, and protected. Now we wish for Toby one thing above all: a loving family where he can finally settle down – a forever home where he finds security, safety, and lots of affection.

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Neuigkeiten Juni Toby lebt jetzt in Deutschland in einer Pflegefamilie mit anderen Hunden zusammen. Er ist ein entspannter und ausgeglichener Hund, der mit Menschen und Artgenossen gar keine Probleme hat. Neuen Situationen begegnet er gelassen. Autofahrten genießt er und fährt problemlos mit. Toby kennt das Leben im Haus und verhält sich dort ruhig. Durch sein unkompliziertes Wesen ist er ein angenehmer Begleiter im Alltag und passt sich neuen Lebenssituationen gut an. Vorgeschichte Toby ist ein kleiner Hund, der schon mehrfach ins Tierheim des Tierschutzverein Pro Animal auf La Gomera gebracht wurde, nachdem aufmerksame Passanten ihn allein auf der Straße aufgefunden hatten. Beim letzten Mal war die Situation besonders ernst: Toby wurde von einem Auto angefahren. Zum Glück erlitt der kleine Kerl keine körperlichen Verletzungen. Dennoch wurde uns in diesem Moment deutlich, dass es so nicht weitergehen konnte. Deshalb beschlossen wir, den Besitzer eindringlich darum zu bitten, Toby in die Obhut des Shelters zu geben. So muss er künftig nicht mehr den Gefahren der Straße ausgesetzt sein und kann stattdessen sicher, umsorgt und geschützt leben. Nun wünschen wir uns für Toby vor allem eines: eine liebevolle Familie, bei der er endlich ankommen darf – ein Für-immer-Zuhause, in dem er Geborgenheit, Sicherheit und ganz viel Zuneigung findet.

Size

Small

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierschutzverein Garafia e.V.

Cared for by Tierschutzverein Garafia e.V. · Germany Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Toby home

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About Toby

What life with Toby looks like

Toby is a small young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Garafia e.V. in Germany.

An young 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 Toby, answered.

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