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Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Because his owner unexpectedly passed away, the pretty young boy is now searching for a new home again... His world has completely fallen apart, and so we found ourselves facing a much too thin dog who didn't want to eat and who would bicker at all encounters. Cato is still inexperienced in many things, but has now built up a lot and is more than ready for his own family. From his character, Cato is very sensitive and easily impressed. Paired with a good amount of power. He loves people very much, has also lived with (larger) children, and is very attached to his people. While he is an insane cuddler when he comes to rest inside, he is an athletic dog with a lot of energy outside. He loves long walks, would definitely enjoy dog sports, and is just as happy with a home where he regularly hikes in the mountains or something similar. We are currently working on his interactions with other dogs, as he still bickers in some encounters, but handles other interactions calmly. His lead manners, however, have improved a lot with a bit of work, and his insecurities around other people have settled here. With other dogs, he is compatible by sympathy, and he has already walked with several different dogs for hours and now lives with our Heidi. When living with another dog in his new home, he likely needs guidance on how to interact politely with each other. Cato is still young and wants to learn a lot about the world. He is looking for people who want to work with him and have an active companion. Do you think you are the right person for Cato or would you like to get to know him better?

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Weil seine Besitzerin ganz unerwartet verstarb sucht der hübsche Jungspund jetzt wieder ein Zuhause… Seine Welt ist dadurch komplett aus den Fugen geraten und so standen wir einem viel zu dünnen Hund der nicht essen wollte und der unsicher alle Begegnungen anpöbelte gegenüber. Cato ist zwar in vielen Dingen immernoch unerfahren, hat jetzt aber sehr aufgebaut und ist mehr als bereit für seine eigene Familie. Vom Grundcharakter her ist Cato sehr sensibel und leicht zu beeindrucken. Gepaart mit einiges an Power. Er mag Menschen super gerne, hat auch mit (größeren) Kindern zusammen gelebt und hängt sich sehr an seine Menschen. Während er drinnen, wenn er zur Ruhe kommt, ein wahnsinniger Kuschler ist, ist er draußen ein sportlicher Hund mit viel Energie. Er liebt lange Spaziergänge, hätte mit Sicherheit auch Spaß an Hundesport, genauso glücklich ist er mit einem Zuhause wo er regelmäßig am Berg unterwegs ist oder ähnliches. An Hundebegegnungen arbeiten wir aktuell noch, da kommt er noch teilweise ins pöbeln, andere Begegnungen meistert er ruhig. Seine Leinenführigkeit ist dagegen wenn man bisschen mit ihm arbeitet schon sehr gut geworden und auch seine Unsicherheiten anderen Menschen gegenüber hat sich hier gelegt. Mit anderen Hunden ist er nach Sympathie verträglich, hier ist er auch schon mit einigen verschiedenen Hunden stundenweise gelaufen und wohnt jetzt aktuell mit unserer Heidi zusammen. Beim Zusammenleben mit einem weiteren Hund in seinem neuen Zuhause benötigt er vermutlich noch Anleitung was einen höflichen Umgang miteinander angeht. Cato ist noch jung und will ganz viel von der Welt kennenlernen. Er sucht Menschen, die gerne mit ihm arbeiten und Lust auf einen aktiven Begleiter haben. Sie meinen, Sie sind der richtige Mensch für Cato oder möchten ihn näher kennenlernen? Dann nehmen Sie mit dem

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇦🇹Innsbruck
Shelter
Tierschutzverein für Tirol
Living with Cato
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein für Tirol · InnsbruckLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Cato home

What you'll need for Cato 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 Cato

What life with Cato looks like

Cato is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein für Tirol in Innsbruck.

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.

Note from the shelter: Needs work on dog encounters and social skills, requires active lifestyle and patient training

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Cato, answered.

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