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Damocle

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

During our project and spay/neuter tour in mid-March 2024, we of course also took some time to see dogs that are already on our website. These dogs included the siblings we had met during our project tour in May 2023. Back then, they were still puppies ... While sisters Dara and Delfina were already allowed to travel to Germany, Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne and Delia are still waiting for their chance to finally leave the Rifugio. The more time passes, the fewer their chances become. Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne and Delia have developed into lovely dogs. Although they don't get enough human attention, they are certainly open and approachable. For example, Daphne, after initially looking at us skeptically, then couldn't get enough cuddles. And the other siblings also thawed out relatively quickly and followed our actions very attentively. Only Desdemona and Damocle were somewhat reserved. It hurt us in our hearts to have to leave the dogs again in their enclosure, knowing that the staff at the Rifugio simply don't have the time to care for the dogs as intensively as would be desired. So, a sad, lonely day after another goes by. And for us, the feeling of helplessness in this situation becomes increasingly oppressive. We would have loved to tell them that they don't have to wait much longer. But there is still no foster home or even a permanent family in sight. Perhaps you are moved by the fate of Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne or Delia? Maybe you would like to help one of these dogs on the way to a new, better life? Maybe as a foster home? Or would you like to complete your family with one of these great dogs? September 21, 2025: A colleague and her daughter spent part of their vacation time to meet some of the shelter animals in person or see them again. They also met the siblings Damian, Desdemona and Damocle. The three were happy about the visit and showed interest and curiosity - with a little reserve. They are kind, friendly and very nice. Particularly noticeable are their beautiful, expressive eyes, which immediately enchant. Damian, Desdemona and Damocle are now waiting for their own home, where they can experience love, security and safety. Would you like to give one of the three this home? If you are currently looking for a new furry family member and are aware that adoption means not only joy, but also work and great responsibility, then we look forward to hearing from you. We place dogs throughout the country.

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Während unserer Projekt- und Kastrationstour Mitte März 2024 hatten wir uns natürlich auch etwas Zeit reserviert, um Hunde wiederzusehen, die schon auf unserer Webseite zu finden sind.Zu diesen Hunden gehörten auch die Geschwister, die wir bereits bei unserer Projekttour im Mai 2023 kennengelernt hatten. Damals noch als Welpen ... Während die Schwestern Dara und Delfina bereits nach Deutschland reisen durften, warten Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne und Delia immer noch auf ihre Chancen, das Rifugio endlich verlassen zu können. Je mehr Zeit ins Land geht, desto mehr schwinden ihre Chancen.Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne und Delia haben sich zu schönen Hunden entwickelt. Und obwohl sie viel zu wenig menschliche Ansprache haben, sind sie doch durchaus aufgeschlossen. Z. B. konnte Daphne, nachdem sie uns eine Weile skeptisch betrachtet hatte, dann gar nicht genug Streicheleinheiten bekommen. Und auch die anderen Geschwister tauten relativ schnell auf und verfolgten unsere Aktion sehr aufmerksam. Lediglich Desdemona und Damocle waren etwas zurückhaltender. Es tat uns in der Seele weh, die Hunde dann wieder in ihrem Gehege zurücklassen zu müssen in dem Wissen, dass die Mitarbeiter des Rifugio einfach nicht die Zeit haben, sich so intensiv um die Hunde zu kümmern, wie es wünschenswert wäre.So vergeht ein trauriger, einsamer Tag nach dem anderen. Und für uns wird das Gefühl, der Situation hilflos gegenüberzustehen, immer bedrückender. Dabei hätten wir den beiden so gern gesagt, dass sie nicht mehr lange warten müssen. Aber es ist ja noch keine Pflegestelle oder gar Endfamilie in Sicht.Vielleicht rührt Sie das Schicksal von Damian, Desdemona, Damocle, Daphne oder Delia? Vielleicht möchten Sie einem der Hunde auf dem Weg in ein neues, besseres Leben helfen? Vielleicht als Pflegestelle? Oder möchten Sie Ihre Familie durch einen dieser tollen Hunde komplettieren?21. September 2025: Eine Teamkollegin und ihre Tochter opferten einen Teil ihrer Urlaubszeit, um einige der Schützlinge persönlich kennenzulernen bzw. wiederzusehen. Dabei trafen sie auch auf die Geschwister Damian, Desdemona und Damocle.Die drei freuten sich über den Besuch und zeigten sich interessiert und neugierig – mit ein wenig Zurückhaltung. Sie sind lieb, freundlich und ausgesprochen nett. Besonders auffällig sind ihre wunderschönen, ausdrucksstarken Augen, die sofort in den Bann ziehen.Damian, Desdemona und Damocle warten nun darauf, ihr eigenes Zuhause zu finden, in dem sie Liebe, Geborgenheit und Sicherheit erfahren dürfen.Möchten Sie einem der drei dieses Zuhause schenken?Wenn Sie gerade auf der Suche nach einem neuen fellnasigen Familienmitglied sind und Ihnen bewusst ist, dass eine Adoption nicht nur viel Freude bedeutet, sondern auch Arbeit und große Verantwortung mit sich bringt, dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre Nachricht.Wir vermitteln bundesweit. Ihr Ansprechpartner für diese

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
ProTier e.V.
Living with Damocle
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
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Bringing Damocle home

What you'll need for Damocle 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
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    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
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    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 Damocle

What life with Damocle looks like

Damocle is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at ProTier e.V. in Germany.

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 Damocle, answered.

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