Heartbreakers are looking for a home: dogs from the Dreherhof animal shelter are waiting!

Heartbreakers are looking for a home: dogs from the Dreherhof animal shelter are waiting!

At the Dreherhof animal shelter in Aalen, numerous four-legged friends are waiting for a new home. There are currently seven dogs available for adoption, all of which have different characters and needs, from young animals to seniors. The shelter's volunteers are urging potential adopters to get involved to emphasize the urgency of adoption and reduce frequent drop-offs in the future. The animal shelter not only acts as a storage place, but also as an intermediary, with many dogs still living with their owners.

Particularly noteworthy is the case of **Gweeny**, a 2-year-old French bulldog. Gweeny has difficulty getting along with other dogs and needs experienced people who can give her the security she needs. In contrast, the well-rehearsed team **Lucky** (9 years, neutered male) and **Leika** (7 years, female) are looking for a relaxed home and are well suited for beginners. Other dogs like **Ruby**, the 4-year-old Aussiedoodle, or **Pasa**, the 11-year-old Shih Tzu mix, are also waiting for their chance to be placed in a loving home.

The diversity of characters

Other dogs, like 5-year-old unneutered German Shepherd **Ben**, are loyal and alert, while 16-month-old **Odin**, a German Shepherd/English Bulldog mix, needs the right guidance to be well socialized. The placement takes place after a personal meeting and consultation. It is important that the right new owners understand and take into account both the dogs' personalities and their individual needs.

However, placement is not the only challenge the animal shelter faces. As hundundhaustier.de reports, an estimated 80,000 dogs are surrendered to German animal shelters every year. This problem has become increasingly pressing in recent years, especially since the end of the corona pandemic, whose impact on animal husbandry has shown dramatic developments.

Support for the animal shelter

The Dreherhof animal shelter not only offers animals for adoption, but also the opportunity to volunteer. A dedicated team supports potential pet owners in choosing a new pet, offering advice and assistance so that the adoption follows a well-thought-out process. Opening times are Monday to Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., although an appointment is recommended to avoid waiting times. In addition, those interested must pay a nominal fee that covers the costs of caring for the animals.

The situation in German animal shelters is tense. According to tierheim-gesucht.de, the number of animals surrendered has increased, while the animal shelters' resources are often reaching their limits. Many animal shelters rely on donations and the commitment of volunteers in order to be able to adequately care for and place the animals.

For anyone looking for a pet, adopting from an animal shelter is an excellent way to give a needy animal a new home while combating overpopulation in animal shelters. It is not just a question of compassion, but also of responsibility for the animals and their future.

For further information, those interested can contact the animal shelter at info@dreherhof.de contact or the website www.tierheim-dreherhof.de visit.