How do I contact the shelter about Zeus?

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

Can I adopt Zeus if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Melampo 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 Zeus 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 Zeus 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 Melampo early rather than rehoming privately; they know Zeus 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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Zeus

Husky · Male · Senior · 9 years

Zeus was adopted as a puppy and lived many years in a family. Later, he got a dog companion named Lia, who was also adopted. In his previous home, two large, older dogs were no longer welcome. Therefore, Zeus and Lia were mostly housed in the patio near the laundry room and spent most of their days there. Recently, they hardly came out of this area anymore. Due to the lack of movement on different surfaces, his paws became sensitive. Therefore, the sandy ground at the animal shelter initially caused him problems. Zeus arrived at the animal shelter with a slight excess weight. He probably always had enough food, but he lacked attention. During an ophthalmological examination, a pigmented keratoconjunctivitis was detected in the left eye due to dry eyes. His eyes are healthy and his vision is good, but he needs a simple treatment to address the eye problems. At the veterinarian, Zeus tested negative for Mediterranean diseases. Character-wise, Zeus is a calm, balanced, and secure dog. He has no fear of noises, is very people-oriented, cuddly, and playful. He behaves politely and obediently towards volunteers. He gets along well with other dogs and can therefore easily be placed in the large dog group in the yard. Zeus walks well on a leash, travels calmly in the car, and remained calm and relaxed during the veterinary examination. Zeus wishes for a home with people who will show him his new routine with patience and give him time to adjust. Zeus looks forward to affection, nice walks, and a lot of shared time, which he has missed recently. Who can offer him a loving place to live?

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Zeus wurde als Welpe adoptiert und lebte viele Jahre in einer Familie. Später bekam er mit Lia, ebenfalls adoptiert, eine Hundepartnerin an seine Seite. In seinem bisherigen Zuhause waren zwei grosse, ältere Hunde irgendwann nicht mehr erwünscht. Zeus und Lia wurden deshalb überwiegend in den Patio beim Waschraum ausgelagert und verbrachten dort einen Grossteil ihres Alltags. In letzter Zeit kamen sie kaum noch aus diesem Bereich heraus. Durch die fehlende Bewegung auf unterschiedlichem Untergrund wurden seine Pfoten empfindlich. Darum bereitete ihm der sandige Boden im Tierheim anfangs Probleme. Zeus kam mit leichtem Übergewicht ins Tierheim. Er hatte wohl immer genug Futter, jedoch fehlte es ihm an Aufmerksamkeit. Bei einer augenärztlichen Untersuchung wurde am linken Auge eine pigmentäre Keratokonjunktivitis infolge trockener Augen festgestellt. Seine Augen sind gesund und sein Sehvermögen ist gut, allerdings benötigt er eine einfache Behandlung, um die Augenprobleme zu behandeln. Beim Tierarzt wurde Zeus zudem negativ auf Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet. Charakterlich zeigt sich Zeus als ruhiger, ausgeglichener und sicherer Hund. Er hat keine Angst vor Geräuschen, ist sehr menschenbezogen, verschmust und verspielt. Gegenüber den freiwilligen Helfern verhält er sich freundlich und gehorsam. Mit anderen Hunden ist er gut verträglich und kann darum problemlos in der grossen Hundegruppe in den Auslauf. Zeus läuft gut an der Leine, fährt ruhig im Auto mit und hat sich bei der tierärztlichen Untersuchung ruhig und entspannt untersuchen lassen. Zeus wünscht sich ein Zuhause bei Menschen, die ihm mit Geduld seinen neuen Alltag zeigen und ihm Zeit geben, um sich einzugewöhnen. Zeus freut sich über Zuwendung, schöne Spaziergänge und viel gemeinsame Zeit, die ihm in letzter Zeit gefehlt haben. Wer kann ihm einen liebevollen Lebensplatz schenken?

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Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇨🇭Melampo

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Melampo

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About Zeus

What life with Zeus looks like

Zeus is a senior husky dog waiting at Melampo in Melampo.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Zeus, answered.

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