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Buddy

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

In April 2023, we were delighted to place the stunning mixed-breed dog Buddy into a loving home. Over the past three years, his owners have truly given him everything—everything from dog training school and bike riding to mantrailing. Yet Buddy brings so much enthusiasm and energy that his family, with a heavy heart, can no longer meet his needs. After all, Buddy is no run-of-the-mill dog—he’s a real bundle of energy! To spare him the stress of staying at the animal shelter, this roughly 33-kilogram male dog may stay in a home environment until further notice. His intelligence is truly fascinating: he learns lightning-fast and immediately understands what’s expected of him—but he also loves using his cleverness to open doors for himself. Buddy needs close family bonds within the home; living in a kennel is absolutely out of the question for him. His nose is practically always running at full speed, which is why he needs a real job, such as professional tracking work, to fall asleep happily and fully exhausted in the evening. On the leash, due to his size, he still shows plenty of sporting ambition, but on familiar routes he already walks really well. Because of his strong prey drive, he should always be kept on a trailing leash when outdoors. Buddy doesn’t like being left alone and sometimes expresses his frustration by gnawing on pillows or shoes. Fences in the garden should also be securely locked, as he’s quite the escape artist. When it comes to interacting with people, Buddy has a clear comfort zone. While he’ll stick by his trusted humans through thick and thin, after a while he gets overwhelmed around strangers. If you ignore his personal space or get too close to his face, he might react by snapping. Even vet visits fill him with great fear, which is why he wears a muzzle there—for his own safety and everyone else’s. We’re looking for a rural home with experienced dog owners who understand his needs and can guide him confidently. Since Buddy is very physical and energetic when playing, there shouldn’t be any children living in the household. Anyone who shares a passion for challenging nosework will find in Buddy a loyal and deeply devoted companion for life. Note: If you click on any of the links below, you’ll be redirected to the corresponding page. There, different privacy policies may apply. Daily, including Sundays and public holidays: and

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Im April 2023 durften wir den bildschönen Mischling Buddy in ein liebevolles Zuhause vermitteln. Seine Besitzer haben in den letzten drei Jahren wirklich alles für ihn gegeben: Von Hundeschule über Fahrradfahren bis hin zum Mantrailing war alles dabei. Doch Buddy bringt so viel Arbeitswillen und Energie mit, dass seine Familie ihm schweren Herzens nicht mehr gerecht werden kann. Buddy ist eben kein Hund von der Stange, sondern ein echtes Energiebündel. Um ihm den Stress im Tierheim zu ersparen, darf der etwa 33 kg schwere Rüde bis zu seiner Seine Intelligenz ist faszinierend: Er lernt blitzschnell und versteht sofort, was man von ihm möchte – allerdings nutzt er diese Cleverheit auch gerne mal, um Türen für sich zu öffnen. Buddy braucht den engen Familienanschluss im Haus, eine Zwingerhaltung kommt für ihn nicht infrage. Seine Nase läuft quasi ununterbrochen auf Hochtouren, weshalb er eine richtige Aufgabe wie die professionelle Fährtenarbeit braucht, um abends glücklich und ausgelastet einzuschlafen. An der Leine zeigt er aufgrund seiner Größe noch viel sportlichen Ehrgeiz, läuft auf bekannten Strecken aber schon richtig gut. Wegen seines starken Jagdtriebs sollte er draußen an der Schleppleine bleiben. Buddy bleibt nicht gerne allein und zeigt seinen Frust dann manchmal an Kissen oder Schuhen. Auch Zäune im Garten sollten gut gesichert sein, da er ein kleiner Ausbrecherkönig ist. Im Umgang mit Menschen hat Buddy eine klare Wohlfühlgrenze. Während er mit seinen Vertrauenspersonen durch dick und dünn geht, wird es ihm bei fremden Menschen nach einer Weile zu viel. Wenn man seine Individualdistanz dann ignoriert oder ihm zu nah ins Gesicht kommt, kann er durch Abschnappen reagieren. Auch Tierarztbesuche bereiten ihm große Angst, weshalb er dort zu seiner und aller Sicherheit einen Maulkorb trägt. Wir suchen für diesen sensiblen Riesen ein ländliches Zuhause bei hundeerfahrenen Menschen, die seine Bedürfnisse verstehen und ihn souverän anleiten können. Da Buddy im Spiel sehr körperbetont und stürmisch ist, sollten keine Kinder im Haushalt leben. Wer die Leidenschaft für anspruchsvolle Nasenarbeit teilt, findet in Buddy einen treuen und zutiefst loyalen Partner fürs Leben. Hinweis: Wenn sie einen der nachfolgenden Links anklicken werden sie auf die entsprechende Seite weiter geleitet. Dort gelten womöglich andere Datenschutzrichtlinien. täglich, auch Sonn – und Feiertagen: und

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Julias Tierheim Ahaus
Living with Buddy
  • ✕Good with kids
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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Buddy home

What you'll need for Buddy 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 Buddy

What life with Buddy looks like

Buddy is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Julias Tierheim Ahaus 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 Buddy, answered.

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