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English Bulldog · Male · Adult · 4 years

Akim is a fantastic large dog! He came to us at the animal shelter last year, like many other dogs did. He is a giant: friendly and cuddly, but unfortunately as an American Bulldog-mixed breed, he is classified as a so-called breeding or listed dog. Certain requirements must be met for his care. Akim shows himself to be a very open and friendly male dog towards all the people at the shelter. He is a rather laid-back walker, which one might not immediately expect given his size. Nevertheless, one should be firmly in control of him, because if he meets dogs that he doesn’t like, he will show his strength on the leash and also bark. As a breeding dog, Akim must wear a muzzle, but he can potentially undergo a test for muzzle release with future owners. Since Akim is very social with other animals, we can also envision him well as a second dog to a confident female dog. It just has to fit in terms of size, as Akim, weighing 60 kilograms, can be a real force to be reckoned with. Akim should be consistently handled, as he learns when he can use his strength. Once he figures this out, one has very little physical strength to hold him. Generally, the young and loving male dog, despite his stubbornness, wants to please his primary caregiver and walks rather leisurely on the leash. Akim is a big cuddler and longs for “his” people who appreciate the sensitive side of a giant. He has the best prerequisites to become a wonderful four-legged companion for people with a good understanding of dogs, plenty of space, consistency, and love. Due to __AKIM__'s size and strength, children in the family should be at least in the teenage years or older.

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Akim ist ein toller Hund im XXL-Format! Er kam – wie so viele Hunde im letzten Jahr – über das Amt zu uns ins Tierheim. Er ist ein Riesenhund: freundlich und verschmust, doch leider als American Bulldog-Mischling ein sogenannter Anlage- oder Listenhund. Für seine Haltung müssen gewisse Auflagen erfüllt werden. Akim zeigt sich bei uns allen Menschen gegenüber als sehr offener und netter Rüde. Er ist ein eher gemütlicher Spaziergänger, was man bei seiner Größendimension erst einmal nicht unbedingt vermutet. Dennoch sollte man unbedingt standfest bei ihm sein, denn wenn er doch einmal Hunde trifft, die er nicht leiden kann, zeigt er an der Leine seine Kraft und pöbelt auch. Als Anlagehund muss Akim mit Maulkorb gehen, kann aber bei künftigen Halter:innen einen Test zur Maulkorbbefreiung ablegen. Da Akim sehr sozialverträglich mit Artgenossen ist, können wir ihn uns auch gut als Zweithund zu einer souveränen Hündin vorstellen. Es muss eben nur mit der Größe passen, da Akim mit seinen 60 Kilogramm schon eine Dampfwalze sein kann. Akim sollte konsequent geführt werden, da er merkt, wann er seine Kraft einsetzen kann. Wenn er das nämlich herausgefunden hat, hat man ansonsten kaum die körperliche Kraft ihn zu halten. Grundsätzlich möchte es der junge und liebe Rüde, trotz seines Dickkopfes, seiner Bezugsperson recht machen und läuft eher gemächlich an der Leine. Akim ist ein großer Schmuser und sehnt sich nach „seinen“ Menschen, die die sensible Seite im Körper eines Riesen zu schätzen wissen. Er hat beste Voraussetzungen, bei Menschen mit Hundeverstand, viel Platz, Konsequenz und Liebe ein toller vierbeiniger Begleiter zu werden. Aufgrund von Akims Größe und Kraft sollten Kinder in der Familie im Teenageralter oder älter sein.

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Bonn
Shelter
Tierheim Bonn
Living with Akim
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Akim home

What you'll need for Akim in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Akim

What life with Akim looks like

Akim is a extra-large adult english bulldog dog waiting at Tierheim Bonn in Bonn.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Akim, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Akim?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Bonn handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Akim on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Akim if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Bonn will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Akim already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Akim isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Bonn early rather than rehoming privately; they know Akim and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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