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Barbara &#8211

Mixed Breed · Female

Barbara and her siblings were taken in for foster care. They come from a breeding facility with far too many dogs in one place. This is unfortunately very evident in Barbara and her siblings. They have missed out on a great deal of learning experience, which significantly hinders their development. With the exception of a few individuals, all are difficult to handle directly. Harnesses, collars, leash training, and veterinary examinations—everything is new and instills fear and anxiety in them. Additionally, the typical bumptiousness of the breed, which combines Dachshund and Terrier traits, is evident. They stubbornly adhere to their reluctance and fear, clearly showing what they do not want. Barbara is the most approachable female dog in the litter. However, a great deal of patience, consistency, understanding, and dog experience is necessary to compensate for their missed learning experiences. Sympathy and the classic "aww, sweetie" are absolutely out of place, as is a large, chaotic family with young children. If present, then the parents must manage the interaction between dog and child accordingly, otherwise, disaster is preprogrammed. Only confident first-time dog owners are suitable for the open-hearted Barbara. Initial leash training has already taken place, and Barbara is the only one in the litter that we can currently recommend as a family dog. She moves within the middle range of the litter, never at the front, but certainly not at the back when something happens. We see her gentle cream snout more as an individual dog with the possibility of 24/7 care in the future. Dog training classes and plenty of playful training are essential. Experienced dog owners are sought for unafraid mixed breeds, especially those with knowledge in dealing with anxious dogs. With much love, work, and consistency, the curious snuggle pup can become the sweet companion that one can sense at first glance. For those with a desire for a lot of relationship work and to prepare Barbara patiently for a wonderful life, you will get your date with her. We look forward to knowledgeable interested parties for our little cream snout….

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Barbara wurde samt Geschwistern zur pfleglichen Betreuung übergeben. Sie stammen aus einer Haltung mit viel zu vielen Hunden an einem Ort. Das zeigt sich leider sehr deutlich bei Barbara und ihren Geschwistern. Sie haben Unmengen an Lernerfahrung verpasst, die den Wurf in der Entwicklung ordentlich zurückwirft. Bis auf einzelne Tiere sind alle schwierig im direkten Handling. Gurt, Halsband, Leine und Leinelaufen, Tierarztuntersuchungen – alles ist Neuland und versetzt sie in Angst und Schrecken. Dabei kommt erschwerend der rassetypische Bums zum Vorschein, den Dackel und Terrier in sich vereinen. Hartnäckig wird auf der Unlust und der Angst beharrt und deutlich wird gezeigt, worauf man gerade keine Lust hat. Barbara ist die zugänglichste Hündin des Wurfes. Trotzdem ist entsprechend viel Geduld, Konsequenz, Verständnis und Hundeerfahrung nötig, um diese fehlenden Lernerfahrungen auszugleichen. Mitleid und das klassische „Achwiesüß“ sind absolut fehl am Platz, ebenso die Großfamilie mit viel Trubel und Kleinkindern. Wenn vorhanden, dann müssen die Eltern das Zusammenspiel von Hund und Kind entsprechend managen, andernfalls ist das Unglück vorprogrammiert. Nur souveräne Ersthunde kommen für die offenherzige Barbara in Frage. Erste Leinenübungen sind schon erfolgt und Barbara ist die einzige des Wurfs, die wir aktuell als Familienhund empfehlen können. Charakterlich bewegt sie sich im Mittelfeld des Wurfs, nie ganz vorn dran, aber keinesfalls der hintere Platz, wenn irgendwo was los ist. Wir sehen die anschmiegsame Cremeschnute eher als Einzelhund mit der Möglichkeit zur 24/7 Betreuung in der kommenden Zeit. Hundeschule und viel spielerisches Training sind unerlässlich. Gesucht werden erfahrene Hundehalter für unerschrockene Rassemixe, auch mit Kenntnissen im Angsthundebereich. Mit viel Liebe, Arbeit und Konsequenz kann aus der neugierigen Schmusemaus die sweete Begleiterin werden, die man auf den ersten Blick erahnen kann. Wer Lust auf richtig viel Beziehungsarbeit hat und Barbara geduldig auf ein tolles Leben vorbereiten möchte, bekommt sein Date mit ihr. Wir freuen uns auf sachkundige Interessenten für unsere kleine Cremeschnute….

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Grimma
Shelter
Tierheim Schkortitz
Living with Barbara &#8211
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Schkortitz · GrimmaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Barbara &#8211 home

What you'll need for Barbara &#8211 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 Barbara &#8211

What life with Barbara &#8211 looks like

Barbara &#8211 is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Schkortitz in Grimma.

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. 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 Barbara &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Barbara &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Schkortitz handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Barbara &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Barbara &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Schkortitz 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 Barbara &#8211 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 Barbara &#8211 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 Tierheim Schkortitz early rather than rehoming privately; they know Barbara &#8211 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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