Tierheim Münster
Münster, Germany · 34 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Tierheim Münster
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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 Münster directly for specifics.
About
About Tierheim Münster
Tierheim Münster is a multi-species shelter based in Münster, Germany. There are currently 7 dogs, 10 cats, and 7 other animals listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Husky, and Cane Corso.
The animals currently listed at Tierheim Münster range in age from about 0 to 9 years old. Most are large.
Adoption process
Adopting from Münster
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 Münster 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 Münster
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tierheim Münster located?
Tierheim Münster is in Münster, Germany.
How many animals does Tierheim Münster have available for adoption?
Tierheim Münster currently has 34 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 7 dogs. Plus 10 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Tierheim Münster?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Tierheim Münster directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Tierheim Münster 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 Münster 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 Münster 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 Münster a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Tierheim Münster 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 Münster?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Tierheim Münster directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Tierheim Münster via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.