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Antony

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Update 22.10.2026: 💔 Sad, but unfortunately the reality … Antony had promising prospective adopters in Sardinia. They came to meet him. But their interest was quickly lost again. Why? Well, apparently they assumed that the poor darling would walk perfectly on a leash right away. 🥺 But honestly: how is he supposed to know how to do that? Antony has not been allowed to experience anything so far, within the few square meters that are "available" to him. How is he supposed to know what a harness is? What a leash means? And lastly, how is he supposed to handle these completely unfamiliar things at all? He can't simply be able to do everything just because we humans expect it. Antony needs people who approach him with a realistic understanding. People who take him by the paw, show him the world, and lovingly accompany him step by step. Not people who expect him to function perfectly from the start. A dog is not a finished product that you unpack and that immediately meets all expectations. He is a living being, with his own history, his own fears, and his very individual needs. 🐾 Anyone who wants to give a home to a dog who, like Antony, has been cut off from everyday environmental influences for so long must be ready and clearly aware that they want to learn together with him. Because sometimes all it takes is patience, understanding, and an open heart for uncertainty to turn into trust. Antony deserves for someone to look beyond his lack of knowledge and not give up right away just because not everything is perfect yet. Who will give him the chance to finally get to know the beautiful sides of life? ❤️ Update 05.05.2026: Time lost… Antony's happiness lasted only two days… unfortunately we only learned about this now. All the more shocking is hearing what really happened: as soon as the poor darling arrived there, he had to come back again. The reason? A dog is work. A dog costs time. Disbelief spreads… but the sad reality is: Antony is back in the canile! And once again he hopes for HIS home! Here comes Antony – cheerful, cheeky, and full of joie de vivre! 🐾 We certainly don't want to withhold this charming young lad from you! Young Antony currently lives in the canile and shares his bleak fate with his two brothers, Vasco and Ligabue. But although his daily life is marked by concrete and metal bars, he has kept his joie de vivre. Antony is a lively, people-oriented young dog who, during the few minutes of off-leash time, dashes across the grounds with full enthusiasm – most of all together with his canine friends. He gets along very well with other dogs and shows himself to be playful, friendly, and always in good spirits. Looking at his pretty face, you can see right away: there is still plenty of mischief in him! 😉 Antony is a real ray of sunshine who will surely bring a smile to your face regularly with his cheerful nature. 💦 Antony loves water, cannot be overlooked in it, and takes every opportunity to romp around in the water bowl. Important to know: so far Antony has not yet experienced real life – neither leash nor collar, no house, no stairs, no car rides, etc. In this regard he is still at the very beginning, comparable to a puppy who first has to learn everything. With patience, loving and positive guidance, however, he will certainly make rapid progress. Attending a dog training school should be mandatory for the handsome boy, in order to learn in a playful and structured way and to strengthen the bond between human and dog from the very beginning. Has Antony touched your heart? Then don't hesitate – I would be very happy to hear from you by message or phone call if you would like to give this wonderful fellow a loving home. Video: May 2026 Video: Aug

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Update 22. 10. 2026: 💔 Traurig, aber leider Realität … Antony hatte vielversprechende Interessenten auf Sardinien. Sie kamen um ihn kennenzulernen. Doch das Interesse war schnell wieder verloren. Warum? Tja, weil man offenbar davon ausgegangen ist, dass der arme Schatz direkt perfekt an der Leine läuft. 🥺 Aber mal ehrlich: Woher soll er das denn können? Antony durfte bisher nichts kennenlernen, auf den wenigen Quadratmetern die ihm „zur Verfügung „ stehen. Woher soll er wissen, was ein Geschirr ist? Was eine Leine bedeutet? Und als letztes, wie er mit diesen völlig unbekannten Dingen überhaupt umgehen soll? Er kann doch nicht einfach alles können, nur weil wir Menschen es erwarten. Antony braucht Menschen, die ihm mit dem realistischen Verständnis begegnen. Menschen, die ihn an die Pfote nehmen, ihm die Welt zeigen und ihn liebevoll Schritt für Schritt begleiten. Nicht Menschen, die erwarten, dass er von Anfang an funktioniert. Ein Hund ist kein fertiges Produkt, das man auspackt und das sofort allen Erwartungen entspricht. Er ist ein Lebewesen. Mit seiner eigenen Geschichte, seinen Ängsten und seinen ganz individuellen Bedürfnissen. 🐾 Wer einem Hund, der wie Antony ewig von den alltäglichen Umwelteinflüssen abgekapselt ist ein Zuhause geben möchte, muss bereit sein und sich wohl im klaren darüber sein, gemeinsam mit ihm lernen zu wollen. Denn manchmal braucht es einfach Geduld, Verständnis und ein offenes Herz, damit aus Unsicherheit Vertrauen wird. Antony hat es verdient, dass jemand hinter seine Unwissenheit schaut und nicht gleich aufgibt, nur weil noch nicht alles perfekt ist. Wer schenkt ihm die Chance, endlich die schönen Seiten des Lebens kennenzulernen? ❤️ Update 05. 05. 2026: Zeit verloren… Antonys Glück währte nur zwei Tage… leider haben wir erst jetzt davon erfahren. Umso erschütternder ist es, nun zu hören, was wirklich passiert ist: Kaum war der arme Schatz dort angekommen, musste er auch schon wieder zurück. Der Grund? Ein Hund macht Arbeit. Ein Hund kostet Zeit. Fassungslosigkeit macht sich breit… doch die traurige Realität ist: Antony sitzt wieder im Canile! Und erneut hofft er auf SEIN Zuhause! Hier kommt Antony – fröhlich, frech und voller Lebensfreude! 🐾 Diesen charmanten Jungspund möchten wir Ihnen auf keinen Fall vorenthalten! Der junge Antony lebt derzeit im Canile und teilt sein tristes Schicksal mit den beiden Brüdern, Vasco und Ligabue. Doch obwohl sein Alltag von Beton und Gitterstäben geprägt ist, hat er sich seine Lebensfreude bewahrt. Antony ist ein aufgeweckter, menschenbezogener Hundejunge, der in den wenigen Freilauf-Minuten mit voller Begeisterung über das Gelände flitzt – am liebsten gemeinsam mit seinen Hundefreunden. Mit Artgenossen ist er sehr gut verträglich und zeigt sich verspielt, freundlich und stets gut gelaunt. Schaut man in sein hübsches Gesicht, sieht man sofort: Da steckt noch jede Menge Schalk im Nacken! 😉 Antony ist ein echter Sonnenschein, der mit seiner fröhlichen Art sicher regelmäßig für ein Lächeln sorgen wird. 💦 Antony liebt nicht zu übersehen, das Wasser und nutzt jede Gelegenheit, sich in der Wassermuschel auszutoben. Wichtig zu wissen: Bisher hat Antony noch nichts vom wirklichen Leben kennengelernt – weder Leine noch Halsband, kein Haus, keine Treppen, keine Autofahrten etc. In dieser Hinsicht steht er noch ganz am Anfang, vergleichbar mit einem Welpen, der erst alles lernen muss. Mit Geduld, liebevoller und positiver Anleitung wird er aber mit Sicherheit schnell Fortschritte machen. Der Besuch einer Hundeschule sollte für den Hübschen Pflicht sein, um spielerisch und strukturiert zu lernen und die Beziehung zwischen Mensch und Hund von Anfang an zu stärken. Hat Antony Ihr Herz berührt? Dann zögern Sie nicht – ich freue mich sehr über Ihre Nachricht oder Ihren Anruf, wenn Sie diesem wunderbaren Kerl ein liebevolles Zuhause schenken möchten. Video: Mai 2026 Video: Aug

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
saving dogs e.V.
Cared for by saving dogs e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Antony home

What you'll need for Antony 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 Antony

What life with Antony looks like

Antony is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at saving dogs e.V. in Germany.

A young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Antony, answered.

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