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Amadeus

Mixed Breed · Male

Hello, I am Amadeus. I am a 5-year-old Appenzeller male dog – and yes, I can bark almost as grandly as my namesake Mozart composed music. My symphonies consist of deep basses, clear tones, and occasionally a crescendo when I find something not to my liking. I have never really known boundaries, so I tend to take the reins myself. Strangers? Well, I am a bit cautious – let's say I check whether they meet my high standards. If not, I sometimes let my teeth speak. That's why I ended up in the animal shelter: Once bitten properly and swish – new audience. But don't worry: With clear guidance, patience, and a muzzle, I am very trainable. I learn quickly to subordinate myself once someone shows who is conducting the score. I am intelligent, attentive, and ready to make life a musical adventure – as long as the rules are clear. I am looking for people who have experience, patience, and a sense of humor, who know that an Appenzeller like me does not respond to a command like "sit," but rather composes my own melody first. Those who take the trouble to set clear boundaries and give me security will get a loyal, clever, and absolutely unique companion – a bit of a diva, a bit of a composer, but always loyal. If you are looking for a dog who enriches life with a mix of elegance, Appenzeller power, and a touch of Mozart symphony, then we could make a perfect team.

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Hallo, ich bin Amadeus. Ich bin ein 5-jähriger Appenzeller-Rüde – und ja, ich kann fast so großartige „Kompositionen“ bellen wie mein Namensvetter Mozart Musik komponiert hat. Meine Sinfonien bestehen aus tiefen Bässen, klaren Tönen und gelegentlichem Crescendo, wenn ich finde, dass etwas nicht nach meinem Geschmack läuft. Ich habe bisher nie wirklich Grenzen kennengelernt, deshalb neige ich dazu, das Ruder selbst in die Pfoten zu nehmen. Fremde Leute? Nun ja, da bin ich etwas vorsichtig – sagen wir mal: Ich prüfe erst, ob sie meine hohen Ansprüche erfüllen. Wenn nicht, dann lasse ich manchmal meine Zähne sprechen. Deshalb kam ich ins Tierheim: Einmal ordentlich zugebissen und schwupps – neues Publikum. Aber keine Sorge: Mit klarer Führung, Geduld und einem Maulkorb bin ich sehr gut händelbar. Ich lerne schnell, mich unterzuordnen, sobald jemand zeigt, wer die Partitur dirigiert. Ich bin intelligent, aufmerksam und bereit, das Leben zu einem musikalischen Abenteuer zu machen – solange die Regeln klar sind. Ich suche Menschen, die Erfahrung, Geduld und Humor haben, die wissen, dass ein Appenzeller wie ich nicht auf Zuruf „Sitz“ macht, sondern lieber erst einmal seine eigene Melodie komponiert. Wer sich die Mühe macht, mir klare Grenzen zu setzen und mir Sicherheit gibt, bekommt einen treuen, cleveren und absolut einzigartigen Begleiter – ein bisschen Diva, ein bisschen Komponist, aber immer loyal. Wenn du Lust auf einen Hund hast, der das Leben mit einer Mischung aus Eleganz, Appenzeller-Power und einem Hauch Mozart-Symphonie bereichert, dann könnten wir ein perfektes Team werden.

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Marktoberdorf
Shelter
Tierheim Marktoberdorf
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Bringing Amadeus home

What you'll need for Amadeus in week one.

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    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
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

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

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    €18–25
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    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 Amadeus

What life with Amadeus looks like

Amadeus is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Marktoberdorf in Marktoberdorf.

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 Amadeus, answered.

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