How do I contact the shelter about Toto?

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

Can I adopt Toto if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg 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 Toto 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 Toto 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 Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Toto 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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Toto

Labrador Retriever · Male · Adult · 8 years

Toto – a sensitive loner seeks experienced and caring people with heart and structure. Toto came to us as a found dog and shows attentiveness, willingness to learn, and good responsiveness with familiar people. However, he also brings with him uncertainties and behavioral peculiarities, which is why he seeks a home with experienced and empathetic people who can provide him with orientation and security. What sets Toto apart, he knows and follows basic commands very well. His behavior is controllable based on the mood and energy of trusted people; he is open and eager to learn, and can be walked in appropriate dog groups. He can be well managed at our shelter – especially by known volunteer staff. His thyroid medication is provided free of charge for life at our veterinary practice. What must be worked on with Toto includes showing uncertainties during stimulus changes (e.g., mouthing during light turning off), being unsure around strangers and other dogs; he is not compatible with other male dogs – there have been bite incidents. Stubborn house training and being left alone still need to be tested and, if necessary, addressed.

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Toto – sensibler Einzelgänger sucht erfahrene Menschen mit Herz und Struktur Toto kam als Fundhund zu uns und zeigt sich bei vertrauten Personen aufmerksam, lernfreudig und gut ansprechbar. Allerdings bringt er auch Unsicherheiten und Verhaltensbesonderheiten mit, weshalb er ein Zuhause bei erfahrenen und einfühlsamen Menschen sucht, die ihm Orientierung und Sicherheit geben. Was Toto auszeichnet kennt und befolgt die Grundkommandos sehr gut über Stimmung und Energie der Bezugspersonen steuerbar zeigt sich bei vertrauten Menschen aufgeschlossen und lernwillig kann in geeigneten Hundegruppen gemeinsam laufen lässt sich bei uns gut führen – besonders durch bekannte Ehrenamtliche Woran man mit Toto arbeiten muss hat bisher Unsicherheiten bei Reizwechseln gezeigt (z. B. Zubeißen beim Lichtausschalten) unsicher gegenüber fremden Menschen und Hunden nicht verträglich mit anderen Rüden – es kam zu einem Bissvorfall Stubenreinheit und Alleinbleiben müssen noch getestet und ggf. trainiert werden

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇩🇪Berlin

Shelter

Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg

Living with Toto

✕Good with dogs
✕Good with kids
✕Has special needs

Cared for by Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg · Berlin Learn about Labrador Retriever →

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Toto home

What you'll need for Toto in week one.

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About Toto

What life with Toto looks like

Toto is a medium-sized adult labrador retriever dog waiting at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg in Berlin.

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.

Note from the shelter: Thyroid medication required for life (provided free by shelter), behavioral issues requiring professional trainer support, history of biting incident with other male dogs

🇩🇪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.

Berlin, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Toto, answered.

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