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Aliosha

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

When Aliosha (born around early 2024) was found by an animal welfare volunteer, he was only a shadow of himself. At about 46 cm tall, the young male weighed just 14 kilos – a picture of misery. He would not have survived much longer like this. But Aliosha was lucky: the volunteer took him in, cared for him lovingly, and began to strengthen not only his body but also heal his spirit. For he had long since lost his trust in people. When he was finally able to move to Vierbeiner in Not, this initially meant great stress for Aliosha. He had to leave behind his familiar surroundings and the one caregiver he had partly trusted. But new places were urgently needed for other emergencies – and so another new beginning started for him. Today Aliosha lives with his foster family, where for several months he has been learning, step by step, that not all people are dangerous. He lives in harmony with his fellow dogs. He makes small progress every day, discovers new sides of himself, and slowly begins to trust again. Aliosha is now about 1.5 years old, stands just under 50 cm at the shoulder, and is a strikingly handsome, sensitive male. We are looking for patient and empathetic people who are willing to take the time to get to know him and give him the time he needs. A calm home, understanding, and love are essential for him to truly begin his new life. Anyone who opens their heart to Aliosha gains not only a loyal companion, but also witnesses a wonderful transformation. Aliosha is neutered and vaccinated, microchipped, and placed with a protection contract after a positive pre-adoption check.

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Als Aliosha (geboren ca. Anfang 2024) von einer Tierschützerin gefunden wurde, war er nur noch ein Schatten seiner selbst. Mit seinen damals rund 46 cm wog der junge Rüde gerade einmal 14 Kilo – ein Bild des Elends. Lange hätte er so nicht mehr überlebt. Doch Aliosha hatte Glück: Die Tierschützerin nahm ihn bei sich auf, pflegte ihn liebevoll und begann, nicht nur seinen Körper zu stärken, sondern auch seine Seele zu heilen. Denn das Vertrauen in die Menschen hatte er längst verloren. Als er schließlich zu Vierbeiner in Not reisen durfte, bedeutete das für Aliosha zunächst großen Stress. Die vertraute Umgebung und die einzige Bezugsperson, der er halbwegs vertraute, musste er hinter sich lassen. Doch neue Plätze wurden dringend für andere Notfälle gebraucht – und so begann für ihn ein weiterer Neuanfang.Heute lebt Aliosha bei seiner Pflegestelle, wo er seit einigen Monaten Schritt für Schritt lernt, dass nicht alle Menschen gefährlich sind. Mit seinen Artgenossen lebt er harmonisch zusammen. Er macht täglich kleine Fortschritte, entdeckt neue Seiten an sich und beginnt langsam, wieder Vertrauen zu fassen. Aliosha ist mittlerweile etwa 1,5 Jahre alt, misst knapp 50 cm Schulterhöhe und ist ein bildhübscher, sensibler Rüde. Für ihn suchen wir geduldige und einfühlsame Menschen, die bereit sind, sich auf ihn einzulassen und ihm die Zeit geben, die er braucht. Ein ruhiges Zuhause, Verständnis und Liebe sind entscheidend, damit er sein neues Leben richtig beginnen kann.Wer Aliosha sein Herz öffnet, gewinnt nicht nur einen treuen Begleiter, sondern wird Zeuge einer wundervollen Verwandlung.Aliosha ist kastriert und wird geimpft, gechippt und nach positiver Vorkontrolle mit einem Schutzvertrag vermittelt.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Aliosha
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Aliosha home

What you'll need for Aliosha in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Aliosha

What life with Aliosha looks like

Aliosha is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

A young 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Aliosha, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Aliosha?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Vierbeiner in Not e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Aliosha on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Aliosha if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Vierbeiner in Not e.V. 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 Aliosha 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 Aliosha 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 Vierbeiner in Not e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Aliosha 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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