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VitoRasse

Mixed Breed · Male

Vito. Mixed breed. Male. Born October 2024. Tabby. Born in Greece. Large (approx. 55cm). Our dear Vito had to live under terrible conditions before coming to our animal shelter. A hunter kept him chained, housed in a disastrous shed. When our animal rights activist was able to free him, Vito was severely emaciated, dehydrated and completely exhausted. He seemed as if he had already given up. Fortunately, this time is now in the past. Vito has recovered well, gained weight and found new life. Despite his bad experiences with people, he has not lost his trust. Vito is friendly, people-oriented and enjoys every address. He enjoys petting and it shows how much he has longed for closeness and affection. The handsome male wants to please his human and learn a lot more. Vito is a real rough diamond, waiting to be discovered and with patience, love and loving consistency to get his final polish. For Vito, we wish a home where he can finally arrive. A family that gives him security, shows him how beautiful a normal dog life can be, and gives him all the affection he had to go without for so long. Vito wants to belong, discover the world together with his people and finally experience what it feels like to be a beloved family member. Who gives him this chance gets a loyal and loving companion for life.

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Name: Vito. Rasse: Mischling. Geschlecht: RüdeGeburtsdatum: 10/2024. Farbe: GestromtGeburtsland: GriechenlandGröße: Groß (ca. 55cm) Bevor unser lieber Vito zu uns ins Tierasyl kam, musste er unter schlimmen Bedingungen leben. Ein Jäger hielt ihn an der Kette, untergebracht in einem katastrophalen Verschlag. Als unsere Tierschützerin ihn befreien konnte, war Vito stark abgemagert, dehydriert und völlig kraftlos. Er wirkte, als hätte er sich bereits aufgegeben. Zum Glück gehört diese Zeit heute der Vergangenheit an. Vito hat sich gut erholt, wieder an Gewicht zugelegt und neuen Lebensmut gefunden. Trotz seiner schlechten Erfahrungen mit Menschen hat er sein Vertrauen nicht verloren. Vito ist freundlich, menschenbezogen und freut sich über jede Ansprache. Streicheleinheiten genießt er sehr und man merkt ihm an, wie sehr er sich nach Nähe und Zuneigung gesehnt hat. Der hübsche Rüde möchte seinem Menschen gefallen und noch ganz viel lernen. Vito ist ein echter Rohdiamant, der nur darauf wartet, entdeckt zu werden und mit Geduld, Liebe und liebevoller Konsequenz seinen letzten Schliff zu bekommen. Für Vito wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause, in dem er endlich ankommen darf. Eine Familie, die ihm Sicherheit gibt, ihm zeigt, wie schön ein normales Hundeleben sein kann, und ihm all die Zuneigung schenkt, auf die er so lange verzichten musste. Vito möchte dazugehören, gemeinsam mit seinen Menschen die Welt entdecken und endlich erfahren, wie es sich anfühlt, ein geliebtes Familienmitglied zu sein. Wer ihm diese Chance gibt, bekommt einen treuen und liebevollen Begleiter fürs Leben.

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Heppenheim
Shelter
Elpida & Esperanza, Hoffnung für Straßenhunde e.V.
Living with VitoRasse
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with dogs
Cared for by Elpida & Esperanza, Hoffnung für Straßenhunde e.V. · HeppenheimLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing VitoRasse home

What you'll need for VitoRasse 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
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    Folding Wire Crate

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

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About VitoRasse

What life with VitoRasse looks like

VitoRasse is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Elpida & Esperanza, Hoffnung für Straßenhunde e.V. in Heppenheim.

An 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Heppenheim, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting VitoRasse, answered.

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