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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

Baron came to us at our shelter through a rescue. He requires a get-to-know-you period with strangers, but this is very short with good treats. For his trusted people, he would go through fire, and he will then do any nonsense. He seeks out people who are physically larger than him and who can show him structure and boundaries, otherwise, he will try to take the lead himself. It is possible to walk him in dog groups, but fellow animals decide - for example, he absolutely does not like young puppies. However, his new home would be better if it were just for him.

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Baron kam durch eine Sicherstellung zu uns ins Tierheim. Bei fremden Menschen benötigt er durchaus eine Kennenlernphase, diese ist bei guten Leckerchen aber sehr kurz. Für seine Bezugspersonen würde er durchs Feuer gehen und macht dann auch jeden Blödsinn mit. Er sucht Menschen, die ihm körperlich gewachsen sind und ihm Strukturen und auch Grenzen aufzeigen, denn sonst versucht er gerne selbst die Führung zu übernehmen. Es ist durchaus möglich mit ihm in Hundegruppen spazieren zu gehen, jedoch entscheidet bei Artgenossen die Sympathie - Junghunde mag er z.B absolut nicht. Sein neues Zuhause würde er allerdings lieber nur für sich haben.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Bochum
Shelter
Tierheim Bochum
Living with Baron
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Baron home

What you'll need for Baron 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 Baron

What life with Baron looks like

Baron is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Bochum in Bochum.

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 Baron, answered.

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