Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
Gelsenkirchen, Germany · 97 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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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.
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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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen directly for specifics.
About
About Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen is a multi-species shelter based in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. There are currently 5 dogs, 1 cat, and 18 other animals listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, American Staffordshire Terrier, Cane Corso, and Belgian Malinois.
The animals currently listed at Tierheim Gelsenkirchen range in age from about 1 to 9 years old. Most are large.
Adoption process
Adopting from Gelsenkirchen
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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tierheim Gelsenkirchen located?
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen is in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
How many animals does Tierheim Gelsenkirchen have available for adoption?
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen currently has 97 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 5 dogs. Plus 1 cat. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Tierheim Gelsenkirchen?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Tierheim Gelsenkirchen directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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. Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Tierheim Gelsenkirchen 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 Tierheim Gelsenkirchen?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Tierheim Gelsenkirchen directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Tierheim Gelsenkirchen via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.