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Athos

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Athos, born circa 2022, neutered, approximately 60-65 cm shoulder height, at the shelter since 05/2026 Athos is a gentle male dog with a shoulder height of approximately 60 to 65 cm. Athos was rescued from euthanasia and has been living with us at the shelter since May 2026. In the last few months, he has been able to recover well from his traumatic experiences, but the shadows of his past still sometimes weigh heavily. Athos needs a little time to warm up. Initially, he is still reserved, but he is gaining more courage and showing his wonderful, sensitive nature. However, Athos continues to react with skepticism and uncertainty towards men. It is not excluded that he may also behave avoidantly towards men in his new home. Therefore, people with dog sense, who approach him with patience, calmness, and without any pressure, are particularly important for him. Athos gets along well with other dogs. A confident first dog in the new home could certainly help him gain security faster. For our gentle giant, we wish a quiet, loving home in a patient and preferably single-sex household. Since he is probably a part-time livestock guardian, it is possible that he may develop corresponding behaviors in his new home. Therefore, we wish for him a rural home with a fenced garden, preferably with people who have already gained experience with livestock guardian dogs or their crossbreeds and appreciate their characteristics. Currently located in Romania and allowed to travel if a home is found. Travels chipped and vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies and basic immunization). All dogs are treated for intestinal parasites and ectoparasites at the shelter and at least once a year thereafter. The described behavioral observations are based on everyday life at the shelter and may be different in a home environment under changed living conditions. The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the destination country. Please note the information on this page.

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07/2026 Athos, geboren ca. 2022, kastriert, ca. 60-65 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit 05/2026 Athos ist ein sanfter Rüde mit einer Schulterhöhe von ca. 60 bis 65 cm. Athos wurde aus der Tötung gerettet und lebt nun seit Mai 2026 bei uns im Shelter. In den letzten Monaten hat er sich gut von seinen schlimmen Erfahrungen erholen können, doch die Schatten seiner Vergangenheit wiegen manchmal noch schwer. Athos braucht ein wenig Zeit, um aufzutauen. Anfangs zeigt er sich noch zurückhaltend, doch schon nach kurzer Zeit fasst er immer mehr Mut und zeigt sein wunderbares, feinfühliges Wesen. Gegenüber Männern reagiert Athos jedoch weiterhin skeptisch und unsicher. Es ist nicht auszuschließen, dass er sich auch in seinem neuen zu Hause Männern gegenüber vermeidend verhält. Umso wichtiger sind für ihn Menschen mit Hundeverstand, die ihm mit Geduld, Ruhe und ohne jeglichen Druck begegnen. Mit anderen Hunden ist Athos verträglich. Ein souveräner Ersthund im neuen Zuhause könnte ihm sicherlich dabei helfen, schneller Sicherheit zu gewinnen. Für unseren sanften Riesen wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges, liebevolles Zuhause in einem geduldigen und am besten reinen Frauenhaushalt. Da er vermutlich zum Teil Herdenschutzhund ist, kann es sein, dass er in seinem neuen Zuhause entsprechende Verhaltensweisen entwickelt. Daher wünschen wir uns für ihn ein ländlich gelegenes Zuhause mit einem eingezäunten Garten, bestenfalls bei Menschen die bereits Erfahrung mit Herdenschutzhunden oder deren Mischlingen sammeln konnten und deren Eigenschaften zu schätzen wissen. Befindet sich aktuell in Rumänien und darf ausreisen, wenn er ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Reist gechipt und geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut und Grundimmunisierung). Alle Hunde werden bei ihrer Ankunft im Shelter sowie anschließend mindestens einmal jährlich gegen Darmparasiten und Ektoparasiten behandelt. Die geschilderten Verhaltensbeobachtungen basieren auf dem Alltag im Shelter und können sich in einem häuslichen Umfeld unter veränderten Lebensbedingungen entsprechend anders darstellen. Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Hope for Future e.V.

Living with Athos

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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What life with Athos looks like

Athos is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

An 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 Athos, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Athos?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hope for Future e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Athos on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Athos if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hope for Future 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 Athos 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 Athos 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 Hope for Future e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Athos 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.