Tierheim Schkortitz
Grimma, Germany · 477 animals available
Animals at this shelter
EKH Pitti – Reden ist Gold
Mixed Breed
EKH Benita – schüchtern, aber nicht hoffnungslos
Mixed Breed · large
EKH Tizian – siehst Du mich nicht seh ich Dich nicht
Mixed Breed
EKH Lina – sanfte Katzendame für gemeinsame Kuschelstunden
Mixed Breed
EKH Lucy – Katzendiva mit Charakter
Mixed Breed · medium
EKH Minette – schwarz und oho
Mixed Breed · small
EKH Gerold – schwarze Schale, weicher Kern
Mixed Breed
Schnauzermix Fietje – Ausbildungsplatz gesucht
Mixed Breed · large
EKH Pfiff – Handicupkater mitt Pfiff
Mixed Breed · medium
EKH Stella – zarte Seele sucht Schmuseplatz
Mixed Breed
Mix Tango – schwarzer Weichflorteppich auf vier Pfötchen
Mixed Breed · small
EKH Tigris – das musste mal gesagt werden
Mixed Breed
Schnauzermixhündin Lila – Lilalaunebärchen im Hasenkostüm
Mixed Breed · large
Bordeauxdogge Vino – probiers mal mit Gemütlichkeit
Mixed Breed
Professor Fips – Studienanwärter für ein schönes Hundeleben
Mixed Breed · large
Shar Pei Mix Calimero – Flucht nach vorn ist auch ein Weg
Mixed Breed · small
Mischling Johann – Lehrstelle fürs Leben gesucht
Mixed Breed · small
Kuvaszmix Alaska – Schneehase im Hundepelz
Mixed Breed · small
Doggenmischling Mima – Einzelprinzessin sucht Märchenprinz
Mixed Breed · small
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How to adopt from Tierheim Schkortitz
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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 Schkortitz directly for specifics.
About
About Tierheim Schkortitz
Tierheim Schkortitz is a dog and cat shelter based in Grimma, Germany. There are currently 9 dogs and 15 cats listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.
The animals currently listed at Tierheim Schkortitz range in age from about 5 to 5 years old. Most are small.
Adoption process
Adopting from Grimma
German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Tierheim Schkortitz directly using the contact details 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 Schkortitz
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tierheim Schkortitz located?
Tierheim Schkortitz is in Grimma, Germany.
How many animals does Tierheim Schkortitz have available for adoption?
Tierheim Schkortitz currently has 477 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 9 dogs. Plus 15 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Tierheim Schkortitz?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Tierheim Schkortitz directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Tierheim Schkortitz handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.
Can I adopt from Tierheim Schkortitz 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 Schkortitz 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 Schkortitz a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Tierheim Schkortitz 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 Schkortitz?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Tierheim Schkortitz directly. Typical fees in Germany cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Tierheim Schkortitz via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.