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Ayla

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 7 years

Ayla is a large female dog seeking homes with experienced dog owners who have ample space and time. She is compatible with other male dogs but generally likes to maintain her dominance and can become grumpy under certain circumstances. She also tries to assert her leadership in the presence of people, so her new owners should consistently set boundaries and lead her. Ayla has a certain stubborn streak that she often tries to push through. She can also be stubborn and test her people, so her new owners should bring patience and a touch of finesse to build a good and stable relationship with her. Ayla does have a softer side and likes to snuggle when she feels trust has been established. On walks, she is leash-friendly and a pleasant companion, but she can also get riled up when she meets other dogs. Both on the premises and on walks, she has everything in her sights and is a vigilant female dog. In the yard, she often fidgets with the furnishings, mostly due to under-stimulation and frustration. Ayla can only be placed in a home without children, and we prefer her as a single dog. If you are interested in Ayla, please send us an email with a brief description of yourself, your living conditions, and your knowledge of dog care. You may also leave your phone number so we can invite you to a meet-and-greet appointment at short notice. Walks well on a leash.

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Ayla ist eine große Hündin, die nach hundeerfahrenen Menschen mit ausreichend Platz und Zeit sucht. Sie ist mit souveränen Rüden verträglich, möchte aber grundsätzlich die Oberhand behalten und kann unter Umständen ungemütlich werden. Auch im Zusammenspiel mit Menschen versucht sie stets, die Führung zu übernehmen. Ihre neuen Besitzer sollten ihr daher konsequent ihre Grenzen vermitteln und sie sicher führen. Ayla hat einen gewissen Dickkopf, den sie des Öfteren versucht, durchzusetzen. Sie kann auch mal stur sein und ihre Menschen austesten. Ihre neuen Besitzer sollten daher Ausdauer und auch Fingerspitzengefühl mitbringen, um eine gute und stabile Beziehung zu ihr aufzubauen. Ayla hat natürlich auch eine weiche Seite und schmust gerne, wenn Sie Vertrauen gefasst hat. Beim Gassi verhält sie sich leinenführig und ist eine angenehme Spaziergängerin, kann aber auch richtig aufdrehen, wenn sie auf andere Hunde trifft. Sowohl auf dem Hof als auch beim Gassi hat sie alles im Blick und ist eine wachsame Hündin. Im Zwinger macht sie sich nicht selten an der Einrichtung zu schaffen, größtenteils aus Unterforderung und Frustration. Ayla kann nur in einen Haushalt ohne Kinder, wir sehen sie auch bevorzugt als Einzelhündin. Wenn Sie sich für Ayla interessieren, dann senden Sie uns bitte eine E-Mail an: senden Sie auch eine kurze Beschreibung von sich, Ihren Wohnverhältnissen und Ihre Kenntnis im Umgang mit Hunden in der Mail mit. Gerne dürfen Sie Ihre Telefonnummer hinterlassen, damit wir Sie kurzfristig zu einem Kennenlerntermin einladen können.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Saarbrücken
Shelter
Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken
Living with Ayla
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Ayla home

What you'll need for Ayla 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 Ayla

What life with Ayla looks like

Ayla is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken in Saarbrücken.

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 Ayla, answered.

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