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Brutus

Male · Adult · 7 years

Brutus is a neutered male, born on 24.08.2019, and has recently arrived at our shelter. He came to us as a surrendered dog after a situation arose in his previous home where he snapped at a four-year-old child. We cannot assess the exact circumstances of this situation or the rules and boundaries that existed between Brutus and the child. Brutus needs time to adjust. The daily routine at the shelter is currently a big challenge for Brutus. The many noises, unfamiliar surroundings, other dogs, and general unrest are too much for him at the moment. Nevertheless, we have not experienced Brutus as an unfriendly dog so far. Even in the very confined space of the shelter, he has remained friendly so far. We therefore believe that Brutus needs above all: peace, security, and time. He needs to arrive, take a deep breath, and learn that the shelter is not a place he needs to be afraid of. We want to find out step by step who this dog really is, what gives him security, and which people suit him. Health check is next. Before we can say more about Brutus, a thorough veterinary health check is first on the agenda. Unfortunately, his vaccination is not up to date and needs to be updated. We also want to have his patellas (kneecaps) checked to rule out or identify possible health problems early on. ❤️ Brutus needs sponsors now. The admission of a surrendered dog always also means a financial responsibility for our association. The costs for veterinary examinations, vaccinations, medications, necessary treatments, and other health measures are 100% covered by the association for our surrendered dogs. So that we can continue to provide necessary care for dogs like Brutus, we are looking for people who want to take on a sponsorship.

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Brutus ist ein kastrierter Rüde, geboren am 24.08.2019, und seit Kurzem bei uns im Tierheim. Er kam als Abgabehund zu uns, nachdem es im bisherigen Zuhause zu einer Situation kam, in der er nach einem vierjährigen Kind geschnappt hat. Wie genau diese Situation entstanden ist und welche Regeln und Grenzen im Zusammenleben zwischen Brutus und dem Kind bestanden haben, können wir nicht beurteilen. Brutus muss erst einmal ankommen Der Alltag im Tierheim ist für Brutus momentan eine große Herausforderung. Die vielen Geräusche, die ungewohnte Umgebung, andere Hunde und die allgemeine Unruhe sind ihm derzeit einfach zu viel. Trotzdem erleben wir Brutus bisher nicht als unfreundlichen Hund. Auch in der für ihn sehr belastenden Enge des Tierheims ist er bislang freundlich geblieben. Wir glauben deshalb, dass Brutus zunächst vor allem eines braucht: Ruhe, Sicherheit und Zeit. Er darf jetzt ankommen, durchatmen und lernen, dass das Tierheim kein Ort ist, vor dem er Angst haben muss. Schritt für Schritt möchten wir herausfinden, wer dieser Hund wirklich ist, was ihm Sicherheit gibt und welche Menschen zu ihm passen. Gesundheitlicher Check steht an Bevor wir mehr über Brutus sagen können, steht zunächst ein gründlicher tierärztlicher Gesundheitscheck an. Sein Impfschutz ist leider nicht aktuell und muss aufgefrischt werden. Außerdem möchten wir seine Patellen (Kniescheiben) kontrollieren lassen, um mögliche gesundheitliche Probleme auszuschließen beziehungsweise frühzeitig zu erkennen. ❤️ Brutus braucht jetzt noch Paten Die Aufnahme eines Abgabehundes bedeutet für unseren Verein immer auch eine finanzielle Verantwortung. Die Kosten für tierärztliche Untersuchungen, Impfungen, Medikamente, notwendige Behandlungen und weitere gesundheitliche Maßnahmen werden bei unseren Abgabehunden zu 100 % vom Verein getragen. Damit wir Hunden wie Brutus auch weiterhin die notwendige Versorgung ermöglichen können, suchen wir deshalb Menschen, die eine Patenschaft übernehmen möchten. –> Patenscha

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Ludwigshafen/Rheim
Shelter
Tierheim Ludwigshafen
Living with Brutus
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierheim Ludwigshafen · Ludwigshafen/Rheim

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Brutus home

What you'll need for Brutus 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
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    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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Brutus

What life with Brutus looks like

Brutus is a large adult dog waiting at Tierheim Ludwigshafen in Ludwigshafen/Rheim.

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 Brutus, answered.

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