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Kolner Tierschutzverein

Köln, Germany · 56 animals available

Animals at this shelter

Kiwi (externe Vermittlungshilfe)

3 years

British Shorthair · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Malia

8 years

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Timo

8 years

Beagle

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Jessie

8 years

Belgian Malinois · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Pulce

9 years

Jack Russell Terrier

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Rocky

6 years

Jack Russell Terrier

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Githar

6 years

Rottweiler

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Nelson

5 years

Golden Retriever

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Kap

10 years

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Freddy

7 years

German Shepherd

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Buddy

5 years

English Bulldog

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Sandy

4 years

Mixed Breed

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Faro

3 years

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Teddy

5 years

Pomeranian

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Kira

10 years

Staffordshire Bull Terrier · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Hektor

7 years

Pit Bull Terrier

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Milano

4 years

Rottweiler · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Butcher

5 years

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Kurt

5 years

English Bulldog

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Julia

3 years

German Shepherd · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Tyson

3 years

American Bully · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Biggie

3 years

American Bully · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Max

7 years

Dachshund

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

Hachiko

3 years

Akita · large

🇩🇪Köln, Germany

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How to adopt from Kolner Tierschutzverein

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 Kolner Tierschutzverein directly for specifics.

About

About Kolner Tierschutzverein

Kolner Tierschutzverein is a dog and cat shelter based in Köln, Germany. There are currently 23 dogs and 1 cat listed for adoption.

The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, Rottweiler, and German Shepherd.

The animals currently listed at Kolner Tierschutzverein range in age from about 3 to 10 years old. Most are large.

Adoption process

Adopting from Köln

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 Kolner Tierschutzverein 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 Kolner Tierschutzverein

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kolner Tierschutzverein located?

Kolner Tierschutzverein is in Köln, Germany.

How many animals does Kolner Tierschutzverein have available for adoption?

Kolner Tierschutzverein currently has 56 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 23 dogs. Plus 1 cat. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.

How do I adopt an animal from Kolner Tierschutzverein?

Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Kolner Tierschutzverein directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Kolner Tierschutzverein 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 Kolner Tierschutzverein 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. Kolner Tierschutzverein 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 Kolner Tierschutzverein a verified shelter on TailHarbor?

Kolner Tierschutzverein 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 Kolner Tierschutzverein?

TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Kolner Tierschutzverein directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Kolner Tierschutzverein via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.