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Alfi

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Our Alfi is a typical 5-year-old Rottweiler: attentive, eager to work, and loyal to his primary caregiver. This means that at our shelter, Alfi has already found his people. With us, he works like a model student through loving but consistent training. It also means that getting to know Alfi's future team will be a long road: first getting acquainted, then building trust, and only then training to work together. Alfi can be a clown: romping joyfully with people, cuddling, and frolicking in the autumn leaves. But he can also be different, especially when it comes to protecting the things that matter to him. To explain: food is priority number one, though people come pretty close behind ;)). When he sees these things threatened, he has very little sense of humor. Furthermore, he does draw his boundaries, for example when it comes to health-related manipulations of his body (in his opinion, Alfi can do without veterinarians). In plain terms, this means Alfi does come with resource-related issues. He must always be able to rely on his person in his environment. Alfi needs to know that his human is capable of resolving situations and that his people's decisions are correct. This Molosser is not looking for just anyone. Alfi is looking for a very experienced dog person with patience and perseverance, who is willing to grow together with him and who has the time to do so. This person must also be aware that the path can be a rocky one. We are convinced, however, that it will ultimately be rewarded with a companion who always stands by your side unconditionally. There should be no children or other pets in the household. If you are interested, please contact us by email with information (place of residence, dog experience, other pets, etc.) and a phone number.

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Unser Alfi ist ein typischer 5jähriger Rottweiler: aufmerksam, arbeitswillig und seiner Bezugsperson gegenüber loyal. Das bedeutet: Bei uns im Tierheim hat Alfi seine Bezugspersonen bereits gefunden, mit uns arbeitet er mittels liebevollem, aber konsequentem Training wie ein Musterschüler zusammen. Das bedeutet auch: Das Kennenlernen für Alfis zukünftiges Team wird ein langer Weg: erst kennenlernen, dann Vertrauen fassen, dann das zusammen Arbeiten trainieren. Alfi kann ein Clown sein: freudig mit dem Menschen toben, kuscheln und im Laub der Blätter vor sich hin tollen – aber Alfi kann auch anders – vor allem, wenn es darum geht, Dinge, die ihm wichtig sind zu schützen. Zur Erklärung: Futter ist Wichtigkeitsstufe Numero Uno, der Mensch ist aber auch ziemlich nah dran ;)). Wenn er das in Gefahr sieht, versteht er wenig Spaß. Des Weiteren zieht er durchaus seine Grenzen, wenn es z.B. um gesundheitsbedingte Manipulationen seines Körpers geht (auf TierärztInnen kann Alfi seiner Meinung nach verzichten). Im Klartext bedeutet es, dass Alfi durchaus Ressourcen-Problematiken mitbringt. Er muss sich in der Umwelt immer auf seinen Menschen verlassen können. Alfi muss wissen, dass seine Person in der Lage ist, Situationen zu klären und dass die Entscheidungen seiner Menschen seine Richtigkeit haben. Der Molosser sucht nicht irgendwelche Menschen – Alfi sucht eine sehr hundeerfahrene Person mit Geduld und Spucke, die bereit ist mit ihm gemeinsam zu wachsen, die Zeit mitbringt. Dieser Person muss auch bewusst sein, dass es ein steiniger Weg sein kann – wir sind aber überzeugt, dass das am Ende belohnt wird: mit einem Kumpanen, der einem immer bedingungslos zur Seite steht. Es sollten keine Kinder oder weitere Haustiere im Haushalt leben. Bei Interesse meldet euch bitte mit Infos (Wohnort, Hundeerfahrung, andere Haustiere usw.) und einer Telefonnummer per Mail:

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Hürth
Shelter
Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein
Living with Alfi
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein · HürthLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Alfi home

What you'll need for Alfi 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
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

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

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    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
  6. 06
    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 Alfi

What life with Alfi looks like

Alfi is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein in Hürth.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Hürth, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Alfi, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alfi?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alfi on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alfi if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Alfi 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 Alfi 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 Helenenhof-Hürth/Tierschutzverein early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alfi 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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