Dyrenes Beskyttelse
Copenhagen, Denmark
Animals at this shelter
No residents currently listed.
Recently adopted
8 happy endings from this shelter — and counting.
How to adopt from Dyrenes Beskyttelse
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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 Dyrenes Beskyttelse directly for specifics.
About
About Dyrenes Beskyttelse
Dyrenes Beskyttelse is a rescue based in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Adoption process
Adopting from Copenhagen
Danish shelters follow EU pet passport rules and require an adoption contract. Animals are chipped, vaccinated, and sterilized before placement.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Dyrenes Beskyttelse 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 Denmark, see our Denmark import guide.
Nearby
Other shelters in Denmark
Dyrenes Beskyttelse is one of 10+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Denmark. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- Dansk Dyreværn Aalborg (23 animals)
- Dyreværnet — Copenhagen (6 animals)
- Dyreværnet — Copenhagen (60 animals)
- Forening Ni-Liv — Sjælland (22 animals)
- Inges Kattehjem — Glostrup (16 animals)
- Kattens Vaern — Kattens Vaern (61 animals)
- MinVenKatten — Hobro / Odder (2 animals)
- Nordsjællands Kattehjælp (6 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dyrenes Beskyttelse located?
Dyrenes Beskyttelse is in Copenhagen, Denmark.
How many animals does Dyrenes Beskyttelse have available for adoption?
Dyrenes Beskyttelse currently has 0 animals listed on TailHarbor. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Dyrenes Beskyttelse?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Dyrenes Beskyttelse directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Dyrenes Beskyttelse handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Danish shelters follow EU pet passport rules and require an adoption contract. Animals are chipped, vaccinated, and sterilized before placement.
Can I adopt from Dyrenes Beskyttelse 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. Dyrenes Beskyttelse 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 Dyrenes Beskyttelse a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Dyrenes Beskyttelse 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 Dyrenes Beskyttelse?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Dyrenes Beskyttelse directly. Typical fees in Denmark cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Dyrenes Beskyttelse via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.