Not confirmed since October 21, 2026

Basti

Mixed Breed · Male

Our Basti, a ca. 10-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback-Rottweiler male dog, is on the lookout for a quiet home for his golden years. He is an imposing, character-strong dog who has become more gentle with age. With his trusted people, Basti is cuddly and clingy, but meets strangers with suspicion. His strength and assertiveness must not be underestimated. He wears his muzzle safely and without problems, and this should also be a non-issue in his future home. In fact, it should be a requirement in unfamiliar and new situations. We are seeking experienced, knowledgeable owners who can provide him with clear leadership and a confident, loving home. Ideally, there should be a farm or large property where he can live out his watchdog instincts. When it comes to fellow animals, Basti decides for himself who he likes. He is generally compatible with female dogs. He would prefer to share his own four walls without children, cats, and/or small animals. If you want to give Basti a chance at a happy retirement and have the necessary expertise, contact us!

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Unser Basti, ein ca. 10-jähriger Rhodesian Ridgeback-Rottweiler Rüde, ist auf der Suche nach einem ruhigen Zuhause für seinen Lebensabend. Er ist ein imposanter, charakterstarker Hund, der mit den Jahren sanftmütiger geworden ist. Bei seinen Bezugspersonen ist Basti verschmust und anhänglich, begegnet Fremden aber mit Skepsis. Seine Kraft und Meinungsentschiedenheit darf man nicht unterschätzen. Maulkorb trägt er sicher und ohne Probleme, das sollte auch im zukünftigen Zuhause kein Fremdwort sein. Gerade in unübersichtlichen und neuen Situationen ist das bei ihm Pflicht. Wir suchen erfahrene, sachkundige Halter, die ihm klare Führung und ein souveränes, liebevolles Heim bieten können. Idealerweise sollte es ein Hof oder ein großes Grundstück geben, auf dem er sein Wachhund-Gen ausleben darf. Bei Artgenossen entscheidet Basti selbst, wer ihm gefällt. Mit Hündinnen ist er generell verträglich. Seine eigenen vier Wände möchte er am liebsten ohne Kinder, Katzen und/oder Kleintiere teilen. Wenn du Basti eine Chance auf ein glückliches Rentnerleben geben möchtest und das nötige Fachwissen hast, melde dich bei uns!

Size

Small

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Wasbek

Shelter

Tierheim Neumünster

Living with Basti

✕Good with kids

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Listed 6 months ago

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About Basti

What life with Basti looks like

Basti is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Neumünster in Wasbek.

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.

Wasbek, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Basti, answered.

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