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Zelda

Mixed Breed · Female

Zelda appeared in a weekend house backyard in Esztergom and only allowed herself to be caught after protesting. She had no chip and was not being looked for by anyone. It's likely that she just didn't want her anymore. Zelda was initially very shocked by everything, was suspicious of people and wouldn't let anyone touch her at first. But she is already making great progress - she runs on a leash and loves to play with the dogs in the animal shelter yard. However, she still needs to learn some things and build trust. We are looking for a family for Zelda who has experience with rescue dogs, lives in the countryside in a house with a garden. Preferably with a dog that can show Zelda how wonderful life as a dog can be. Contact: Melanie Kulle → WhatsApp or

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Zelda ist in einem Hinterhof eines Wochenendhauses in Esztergom aufgetaucht und ließ sich nur unter Protest einfangen. Sie hatte keinen Chip und es hat sie auch niemand gesucht. Vermutlich wollte man sie einfach nicht mehr haben. Zelda war anfangs sehr geschockt von der neuen Situation im Tierheim. Aber sie hat schon große Fortschritte gemacht – Sie ist freundlich und lieb, läuft super an der Leine und tobt gerne mit den Hunden im Tierheimhof. Wir suchen für Zelda eine Familie, die schon mit Tierschutzhunden Erfahrungen gemacht hat, auf dem Land in einem haus mit Garten lebt. Gerne mit einem Hund, der Zelda zusätzlich das schöne Hundeleben zeigen kann. Kontakt: Melanie Kulle → WhatsApp oder

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Nörten-Hardenberg
Shelter
Herz für Ungarnhunde e.V.
Living with Zelda
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Herz für Ungarnhunde e.V. · Nörten-HardenbergLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Zelda home

What you'll need for Zelda 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 Zelda

What life with Zelda looks like

Zelda is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Herz für Ungarnhunde e.V. in Nörten-Hardenberg.

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. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

Nörten-Hardenberg, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Zelda, answered.

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