Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Shelters / Germany

Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Lauf, Germany · 603 animals available

Address
Lauf, Germany

Animals at this shelter

Belissa 💕, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Belissa 💕

Mixed Breed

Female
Millana, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Millana

Mixed Breed · small

Female
Pepe, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Pepe

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Oreo, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Oreo

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Emma Indiana, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Emma Indiana

Mixed Breed

Female
Gala, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Gala

Mixed Breed

Female
Patenhund * Birkie, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Patenhund * Birkie

Mixed Breed · small

Female
JoJo, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

JoJo

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Osi, gold male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Osi

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Brad,  puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Brad

Mixed Breed · large

4 monthsUnknown
Omi Lucy, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Omi Lucy

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Patenhund * Glitzi, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Patenhund * Glitzi

Mixed Breed

Female
Osio,  Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Osio

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown
Tommino, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Tommino

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Pi &#038, schwarz male 6yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Pi &#038

Mixed Breed · medium

6 yearsMale
Twiggers, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Twiggers

Mixed Breed · large

Male
Patentier * Luni,  young Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Patentier * Luni

Mixed Breed · small

1 yearUnknown
Lorena, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Lorena

Mixed Breed · small

Female
Wimbley, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Wimbley

Mixed Breed · large

Female
Samy, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Samy

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Patenhund * Charlo,  senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Patenhund * Charlo

Mixed Breed · large

12 yearsUnknown
Hopie, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Hopie

Mixed Breed · small

Female
Sanita, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Sanita

Mixed Breed · small

Female
Quito,  Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Quito

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown

Page 14 of 26 · 603 animals

How to adopt from Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

  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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. directly for specifics.

Share
Share this shelter
FBXWA

About

About Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. is a multi-species shelter based in Lauf, Germany. There are currently 17 dogs, 6 cats, and 1 other animal listed for adoption.

The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.

The animals currently listed at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. range in age from about 0 to 12 years old. Most are small.

Adoption process

Adopting from Lauf

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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. 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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Nearby

Other shelters in Germany

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Germany. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Tierhilfe Franken e.V. located?

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. is in Lauf, Germany.

How many animals does Tierhilfe Franken e.V. have available for adoption?

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. currently has 603 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 17 dogs. Plus 6 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.

How do I adopt an animal from Tierhilfe Franken e.V.?

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

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. 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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V.?

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