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Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Lauf, Germany · 603 animals available

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Lauf, Germany

Animals at this shelter

Joe Fritz &#8211, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Joe Fritz &#8211

Mixed Breed · small

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

Ronja

Mixed Breed

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

Elvis

Mixed Breed · small

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

Tundra

Mixed Breed · medium

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

MuBalu

Mixed Breed

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

Jeanny

Mixed Breed · medium

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

Stellica

Mixed Breed · small

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

Max

Mixed Breed · small

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

Moritz

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Mr. Sam mit Video, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Mr. Sam mit Video

Mixed Breed

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

Corgie

Mixed Breed · small

Unknown
White Sam &#8211, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

White Sam &#8211

Mixed Breed · small

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

White Snoop

Mixed Breed

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

Raya

Mixed Breed · small

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

Thea

Mixed Breed · small

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

Ginio

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Elisa &#8211, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Elisa &#8211

Mixed Breed

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

Tipsie

Mixed Breed · small

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

Red Buddy

Mixed Breed · large

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

Nuovo

Mixed Breed · small

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

Miki

Mixed Breed

12 yearsMale
Jim Knopf, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Jim Knopf

Mixed Breed · small

Male
Chica-Bella, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Tierhilfe Franken e.V., Lauf

Chica-Bella

Mixed Breed

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

Fieto

Mixed Breed

Male

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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.

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About

About Tierhilfe Franken e.V.

Tierhilfe Franken e.V. is a dog and cat shelter based in Lauf, Germany. There are currently 17 dogs and 7 cats listed for adoption.

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

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.

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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 7 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.