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Trixie

Mixed Breed · Female

Trixi has now lived together with Drago and Stinnes for years, a trio that could not fit together any better. All three move in the same rhythm, in their own world, which needs little contact with us humans. Trixi has stayed true to her own way: independent, cautious, sensitive, yet she has settled into her surroundings and is well integrated into her small group. With her agile, athletic manner, she has put more than one structural measure in the shelter to the test. Her talent for climbing is remarkable; you could say she was the reason our climbing-prevention measures were further developed. Thanks to Trixi, we are now significantly better equipped in this respect. When it comes to dealing with us two-legged humans, she remains consistently reserved. While other dogs, however shy they may be, often simply push past you when the door opens, Trixi stops and waits. She needs a clear way to step aside, space and time to decide for herself whether and when to move. Of the three, she is the most cautious in direct contact, and this should be respected. Yet anyone who sees the three of them crossing the outdoor run together, very close to one another, like beads on a string, will immediately recognize that Trixi lives exactly where she feels comfortable. Her gaze is alert, her gait confident, and she appears thoroughly content. In this small, quiet balance, she has found her place.

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Trixi lebt nun schon seit Jahren mit Drago und Stinnes zusammen, ein Gespann, wie es besser nicht passen könnte. Alle drei bewegen sich im gleichen Takt, in ihrer eigenen Welt, die wenig Berührungspunkte mit uns Menschen braucht. Trixi ist dabei ganz auf ihrer Linie geblieben, unabhängig, vorsichtig, sensibel, aber in ihrer Umgebung angekommen und gut eingebettet in ihrer kleinen Gruppe. Mit ihrer wendigen, sportlichen Art hat sie so manche bauliche Maßnahme im Tierheim auf den Prüfstand gestellt. Ihr Talent fürs Klettern ist bemerkenswert, man könnte sagen, sie war der Grund für die Weiterentwicklung unserer Kletterschutzmaßnahmen. Dank Trixi sind wir heute in dieser Hinsicht deutlich besser aufgestellt. Was den Umgang mit uns Zweibeinern betrifft, bleibt sie konsequent zurückhaltend. Während andere Hunde, so scheu sie auch sein mögen, sich oft einfach an einem vorbeidrängen, wenn sich die Tür öffnet, bleibt Trixi stehen. Sie braucht eine klare Ausweichmöglichkeit, Raum und Zeit, um selbst zu entscheiden, ob und wann sie sich bewegt. Sie ist von den dreien die vorsichtigste im direkten Kontakt, und das gilt es zu respektieren. Doch wer die drei gemeinsam durch den Freilauf ziehen sieht, ganz nah beieinander, wie an einer Perlenschnur aufgereiht, erkennt sofort, Trixi lebt genau da, wo sie sich wohlfühlt. Ihr Blick ist wach, ihr Gang selbstsicher, sie wirkt rundum zufrieden. Und in diesem kleinen, leisen Gleichgewicht hat sie ihren Platz gefunden.

Size
Medium
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Freundeskreis Brunopet e.V.
Living with Trixie
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with dogs
Cared for by Freundeskreis Brunopet e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Trixie home

What you'll need for Trixie in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Trixie

What life with Trixie looks like

Trixie is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Freundeskreis Brunopet e.V. 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Trixie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Trixie?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Freundeskreis Brunopet e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Trixie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Trixie if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Freundeskreis Brunopet 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Trixie 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 Trixie 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 Freundeskreis Brunopet e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Trixie 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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