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Dragon

German Shepherd · Male

Dragon is an absolute giant baby. He’s incredibly playful yet completely unaware of just how big he is—so you’ll need to be firm and steady! He loves cuddles, is full of energy and playfulness, gets along well with other dogs, and even gets along fine with older children. He’s not a guard dog; in fact, as reported, he lets everyone into the apartment. He knows a few basic commands and will obey them—as long as he’s not overly excited. Dragon is house-trained and can be left alone for several hours at a time—he’s truly a wonderful dog in every way. The only thing to keep in mind is that his size and strength shouldn’t be underestimated, as he’d likely knock small children over. You’ll definitely want to have plenty of arm strength to be able to hold him securely in any situation. Just because of his size, he’s not suited for a small apartment in the city center—a garden would be ideal! If you’re interested in adopting Dragon, please send us a detailed email.

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Dragon ist ein absolutes Riesenbaby. Er ist sehr verspielt und dabei überhaupt nicht bewusst, wie groß er ist. Da muss man schon standhaft sein. Er ist verschmust, verspielt, versteht sich mit Artgenossen und kennt auch größere Kinder. Er ist kein Wachhund, sondern lässt jeden in die Wohnung, wie berichtet wurde. Er beherrscht ein paar Grundkommandos, die er auch ausführt, wenn er nicht zu aufgekratzt ist. Dragon ist stubenrein und kann stundenweise allein bleiben – er ist rundum ein wirklich toller Kerl. Einzig seine Größe und Kraft sollte man nicht unterschätzen, da er kleine Kinder vermutlich umwerfen würde. Man sollte auf jeden Fall genügend Kraft in den Armen haben, um ihn in jeder Situation halten zu können. Allein aufgrund seiner Statur ist er nichts für eine kleine Wohnung in der Innenstadt – ein Garten wäre toll!Wenn Sie sich für die Adoption von Dragon interessieren, schreiben Sie uns bitte eine ausführliche Mail.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Bergheim
Shelter
Tierheim Bergheim
Living with Dragon
  • House-trained
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Bergheim · BergheimLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Dragon home

What you'll need for Dragon 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 Dragon

What life with Dragon looks like

Dragon is a adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Bergheim in Bergheim.

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 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 Dragon, answered.

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