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Bo

Labrador Retriever · Male · Young · 3 years

Bo is a sensitive, watchful dog who forms a close bond with his trusted people and tends to protect them. He requires dog-experienced individuals who can take on the responsibility with clear leadership and provide him with security. His compatibility with other animals is still unclear; during dog encounters, he currently reacts more anxiously. For Bo, a quiet household is sought where he doesn’t have to be left alone. Those who offer him stability and a consistent routine will find in him a loyal companion.

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Bo ist ein sensibler, wachsamer Hund, der eine enge Bindung zu seinen Bezugspersonen aufbaut und dazu neigt, diese zu beschützen. Er benötigt hundeerfahrene Menschen, die ihm durch klare Führung die Verantwortung abnehmen und Sicherheit vermitteln. Seine Verträglichkeit mit Artgenossen ist noch unklar, bei Hundebegegnungen reagiert er aktuell eher unentspannt. Für Bo wird ein ruhiger Haushalt gesucht, in dem er nicht alleine bleiben muss. Wer ihm Stabilität und einen festen Rahmen bietet, findet in ihm einen loyalen Begleiter.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Wiesbaden
Shelter
Tierheim Wiesbaden
Living with Bo
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tierheim Wiesbaden · WiesbadenLearn about Labrador Retriever

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Bo home

What you'll need for Bo 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 Bo

What life with Bo looks like

Bo is a large young adult labrador retriever dog waiting at Tierheim Wiesbaden in Wiesbaden.

An young 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 Bo, answered.

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