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BRUCE

German Shepherd · Male · Senior · 9 years

Bruce - lost his family - male, German Shepherd/Husky mix, 9 years old, born ca. E.2016, early 2017, 42 kg, SH ca. 54 cm, vaccinated, chipped, neutered, EU passport. - Waiting in Spain! Bruce gets along with all dogs, loves children and people very much. We hope Bruce will find a home where he will be happy for the rest of his life. He is very lost in the shelter because he already had a family and doesn't understand why they don't want him anymore... Bruce needs human company, regarding cats, although he grew up with them, you have to be patient at first, because you have to give him time to get to know them, otherwise it could be dangerous for them, although there were always cats in his old home. He knows his cats and if a cat attacks or provokes him, he could react. Bruce likes to go for walks and play with balls. He was brought to the shelter after his previous family sold their house and moved him to an apartment where they said they couldn't keep him anymore due to space reasons. He is a bit dominant when it comes to food, but only with males. Females can eat with him and there are no problems. Bruce loves human company and has had no problems living with children. He is not recommended for very young children because Bruce protects his toys. We hope Bruce will find a home where he will be happy for the rest of his life. He is very lost in the shelter because he already had a family and doesn't understand why they don't want him - he would never have left his people! When can Bruce hope...? Info and contact in English and Spanish: email: - or I - email: - I'm happy to help with language problems We grant data release and ask for sharing, also in public media and on Facebook

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BRUCE - verlor seine Familie - Rüde, Deutscher Schäferhund/Husky Mix, 9 J., geb.ca.E.2016, Anf.2017, 42 kg, SH ca. 54 cm, geimpft, gechippt, kastriert, EU-Paß. - Wartet in Spanien ! Bruce versteht sich mit allen Hunden, mag Kinder und den Menschen sehr. Wir hoffen, dass Bruce bald ein Zuhause finden wird, in dem er für den Rest seines Lebens glücklich sein wird. Er ist sehr verloren im Tierheim, da er ja schon mal eine Familie hatte und gar nicht versteht, warum sie ihn nicht mehr wollen ......... Bruce braucht die Gesellschaft von Menschen, bzgl. Katzen ist es so, obwohl er mit ihnen aufgewachsen ist, muss man anfangs geduldig sein, denn man muss ihm Zeit geben, sie kennen zulernen, sonst kann es für sie gefährlich werden, obwohl es in seinem alten Zuhause immer Katzen gab. Er kennt halt -seine- Katzen und wenn ihn eine Katze angreift oder provoziert, könnte er reagieren. Bruce geht gerne spazieren und spielt gerne mit Bällen. Er wurde ins Tierheim gebracht, nachdem seine vorherige Familie ihr Haus verkauft hatte und er mit ihnen in eine Wohnung zog, in der sie ihn lt. ihrer Aussage aus Platzgründen nicht mehr halten konnten. Er ist ein wenig dominant, wenn es ums Fressen geht, aber nur bei Rüden. Hündinnen können mit ihm fressen und es gibt keine Probleme. Bruce mag die Gesellschaft von Menschen sehr und mit Kindern hat er problemlos zusammengelebt. Für sehr kleine Kinder ist er nicht zu empfehlen, da Bruce sein Spielzeug beschützt. Wir hoffen, dass Bruce bald ein Zuhause finden wird, in dem er für den Rest seines Lebens glücklich sein wird. Er ist sehr verloren im Tierheim, da er ja schon mal eine Familie hatte und gar nicht versteht, warum sie ihn nicht mehr wollen - er hätte seine Menschen nie verlassen ! Wann darf Bruce hoffen.....??? Info u. Kontakt englisch u. spanisch: email: - oder ich - email: - helfe sehr gern bei Sprachproblemen Wir erteilen Datenfreigabe und bitten ums Teilen, auch in den öffentlichen Medien und bei Facebook

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tier-Not-Hilfe
Living with BRUCE
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tier-Not-Hilfe · GermanyLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing BRUCE home

What you'll need for BRUCE 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 BRUCE

What life with BRUCE looks like

BRUCE is a senior german shepherd dog waiting at Tier-Not-Hilfe in Germany.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 BRUCE, answered.

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