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German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 5 years

Shepherd puppy Django is a faithful and lively companion. He behaves towards his family in a typically Typical of the breed manner, showing great loyalty, and enjoys accompanying them in various activities. Due to his condition, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), he is initially cautious and unsure when dealing with unfamiliar people and new situations. However, given the necessary security and support in orientation, he masters challenges with bravado. Mental and physical fitness are very important to Django, which is why he also wants to be further promoted in his new home. The male dog already knows basic commands and performs them gladly. Due to his insecurity and incompatibility with other animals, neither children nor other pets should live in the same household. Django would greatly appreciate a new home with garden enthusiasts.

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Schäferrüde Django ist ein treuer und lebensfroher Genosse. Rassetypisch verhält er sich seiner Familie gegenüber überaus loyal und er genießt es, diese bei verschiedensten Aktivitäten zu begleiten. Aufgrund seiner Erkrankung, einer Progressiven Retinaatrophie (PRA), ist er im Umgang mit ihm unbekannten Personen und in neuen Situationen zunächst vorsichtig und unsicher. Gibt man ihm hierbei aber die nötige Sicherheit und unterstützt ihn bei der Orientierung, meistert er Herausforderungen mit Bravour. Geistige sowie körperliche Fitness sind Django sehr wichtig, weshalb er auch in seinem neuen Zuhause weiter gefördert werden möchte. Grundkommandos kennt der Rüde bereits und er führt diese auch gerne aus. Aufgrund seiner Unsicherheit und Unverträglichkeit gegenüber anderen Tieren sollten weder Kinder, noch Tiere im gemeinsamen Haushalt leben. Django würde sich über ein neues Zuhause bei Rasseliebhabern mit Garten sehr freuen.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇦🇹Eisenstadt
Shelter
Tierschutzhaus Sonnenhof
Living with Django
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Cared for by Tierschutzhaus Sonnenhof · EisenstadtLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Django home

What you'll need for Django in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Django

What life with Django looks like

Django is a adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierschutzhaus Sonnenhof in Eisenstadt.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇦🇹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 Django, answered.

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