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Antonio

Mixed Breed · Male

Antonio, a gentle giant, has spent eleven years on a farm, mostly in tethered confinement. As a result, he is completely lost and overwhelmed in the stressful shelter environment. Antonio seeks close contact with humans and is friendly with every person he meets. Unfortunately, he has not learned much so far. However, he accepts guidance and quickly shows that he is willing to orient himself. Therefore, the first steps towards leash training have been taken. Antonio is very compatible with female dogs. The test with male dogs is still pending. Currently, we are dealing with his recovery. In addition to ear problems, Antonio came to us with a bladder infection. He also showed significant pain in his back and hips as well as a significantly reduced musculature, which is certainly due to the form of keeping. Basically, Antonio is also nice at the vet, but his ears are a red flag, probably due to chronic inflammation. Interested parties are welcome to contact us for the treasure. The health issues will of course be taken care of by us first. What Antonio wants? A loving home with family connection, understanding and guidance. Whether retired or family with older children, he just wants to catch up on what he was denied for eleven years. We don't see him in the city center and not in an apartment building. Then please send us an email with a detailed self-disclosure about you and your domestic circumstances or leave a message on our answering machine. We would be happy to arrange an appointment and show you possible suitable dogs. In a personal conversation, we will individually address you and the needs of the individual animal and find the best possible human-dog constellation with you.

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Der liebenswerte, sanftmütige Riese Antonio hat elf Jahre reizarm auf einem Hof, überwiegend in Anbindehaltung, gelebt. Dementsprechend ist er völlig verloren und überfordert im stressigen Tierheimalltag. Antonio sucht engen Kontakt zum Menschen und ist freundlich mit jeder Kontaktperson. Gelernt hat er bisher leider nicht viel. Aber er nimmt Führung an und zeigt schnell, dass er bereit ist, sich zu orientieren. Daher sind die ersten Schritte zur Leinenführigkeit erfolgt. Mit Hündinnen ist Antonio super verträglich. Der Test mit Rüden steht noch aus. Momentan sind wir mit seiner Genesung beschäftigt. Neben Ohrenproblemen kam Antonio mit Blasenentzündung zu uns. Zudem zeigte er deutlich Schmerzen in Rücken und Hüfte sowie eine deutlich verminderte Muskulatur an, die sicherlich der Haltungsform geschuldet ist. Grundsätzlich ist Antonio auch beim Tierarzt nett, nur die Ohren sind, wahrscheinlich aufgrund chronischer Entzündungen, ein rotes Tuch. Interessenten dürfen sich gern für den Schatz melden. Die gesundheitlichen Baustellen werden selbstverständlich zuerst von uns zu Ende betreut. Was Antonio möchte? Ein liebevolles Zuhause mit Familienanschluss, Verständnis und Führung. Ob rüstige Rentner oder Familie mit größeren Kindern, er möchte einfach nachholen dürfen, was ihm elf Jahre lang verwehrt blieb. Wir sehen ihn nicht in der Innenstadt und nicht im Mehrfamilienhaus. Dann schick uns gerne eine E-Mail mit einer ausführlichen Selbstauskunft über dich und deine häuslichen Gegebenheiten oder hinterlasse eine Nachricht auf unserem Anrufbeantworter. Wir vereinbaren sehr gerne einen Termin und zeigen dir mögliche passende Hunde. Im persönlichen Gespräch gehen wir individuell auf dich und die Bedürfnisse des einzelnen Tieres ein und suchen die bestmögliche Mensch-Hund-Konstellation mit dir aus.

Size
Extra large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Minden
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Minden e.V.
Living with Antonio
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. · MindenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Antonio home

What you'll need for Antonio 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 Antonio

What life with Antonio looks like

Antonio is an extra-large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Minden e.V. in Minden.

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

Minden, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Antonio, answered.

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