4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt
Essen, Germany · 68 animals available
Animals at this shelter
Page 1 of 3 · 68 animals
Recently adopted
2 happy endings from this shelter — and counting.
How to adopt from 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt
- 1
Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
- 2
Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
- 3
Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
- 4
Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
- 5
Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
- 6
Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt directly for specifics.
About
About 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt
4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt is a dog rescue based in Essen, Germany. There are currently 24 dogs listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, Cane Corso, and Labrador Retriever.
The animals currently listed at 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt range in age from about 1 to 17 years old. Most are medium-sized.
Adoption process
Adopting from Essen
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.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Germany, see our Germany import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt
Nearby
Other shelters in Germany
4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Germany. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- ... (47 animals)
- 4animals! e.V. Hundeauffangstation HASt — Essen (23 animals)
- 4 Happy Paws e.V. — Saal an der Donau (10 animals)
- ADOP-Tiervermittlung (7 animals)
- Adozioni del cuore e.V. — Wedel
- Aegean Dogs e.V. / FAZA Aegina — Berlin (55 animals)
- Aktion Tierisch Happy e.V. (152 animals)
- Aktion Tier Tierheim Meissen — Meissen (11 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt located?
4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt is in Essen, Germany.
How many animals does 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt have available for adoption?
4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt currently has 68 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 24 dogs. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. 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.
Can I adopt from 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact 4animals e.V. — Hundeauffangstation HASt via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.