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Balu

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 5 years

Balu – tieroase-heuchelheim.de, born ..6.21 (date as given) Balu is a mix of Bordeaux Dogue, Cane Corso, and Rhodesian Ridgeback! These are three breeds that belong in the hands of experienced dog owners, or better yet, should never have been bred at all. None of the three breeds is suitable for a first-time dog owner! Balu is a typical representative of these breeds: territorial and anything but a "family dog for everyone." These dogs need a purpose, space, and plenty of activity. They are fiercely loyal to their family! And yet misunderstandings can still happen. Balu bit the family's three-year-old child. What led up to it is not known. When a dog of this size bites, serious injuries result. That did not happen here, and one can assume it was a defensive reaction by the dog. But even so, a dog is not allowed to do this! There is also a baby in the family, so the parents understandably no longer trust the dog and fear the incident could happen again. Balu needs to be placed with suitable, experienced people as quickly as possible. Attending dog school is mandatory for Balu! Individual training is probably necessary, because unfortunately he is difficult and insecure around other dogs. According to the owner, Balu is actually an insecure dog, which does not make the situation any easier. It would be a lifesaver for this dog if suitable people read this emergency appeal and were able to help.

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Balu tieroase-heuchelheim.de, , .6.21 geboren Balu ist eine Mischung aus Bordeau Dogge – Cane Corso – Ridgeback! Drei Rassen, die in hundeerfahrene Hände gehören- oder noch besser, gar nicht erst gezüchtet werden. Alle drei Rassen sind keine Anfängerhunde! Balu ist ein typischer Vertreter dieser Rassen. Territorial und alles andere, als ein “Jedermannshund”. Diese Hunde brauchen eine Aufgabe, Platz und Beschäftigung. Sie sind ihrer Familie treu ergeben! Und trotzdem kann es zu Mißverständigungen kommen. Balu hat das dreijährige Kind der Familie gebissen. Aus welcher Situation heraus, ist nicht bekannt. Wenn ein Hund dieser Größe zubeißt, kommt es zu schweren Verletzungen. Das ist hier nicht der Fall, man vermuten kann, dass es ein Abwehrverhalten des Hundes war. Aber auch dieses darf ein Hund nicht! Es gibt noch ein Baby in der Familie, sodass die Eltern verständlicherweise kein Vertrauen mehr zu dem Hund haben und Angst, dass sich der Vorfall wiederholt. Balu soll so schnell wie möglich in geeignete und erfahrene Hände abgegeben werden. Für Balu ist eine Hundeschule Pflicht! Einzelunterricht wahrscheinlich erforderlich, denn leider ist er schwierig und unsicher im Umgang mit Artgenossen. Nach Aussage des Besitzers ist Balu eigentlich ein unsicherer Hund, was die Situation nicht einfacher macht. Es wäre die Rettung für den Hund, wenn geeignete Menschen diesen Notruf lesen und helfen könnten.

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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tieroase Heuchelheim
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Balu home

What you'll need for Balu 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
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    Folding Wire Crate

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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

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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

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    Safer than a collar

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About Balu

What life with Balu looks like

Balu is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tieroase Heuchelheim 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 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 Balu, answered.

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