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Flausenkopf Barney

Male · Adult · 5 years

Smart and beautiful Barney is looking for a new home. Currently in foster care in 49751 Werpeloh. Barney originally comes from a Romanian animal shelter. He has been in Germany since April of this year. He first lived with a foster family for a few weeks, then moved into his own home—but unfortunately, the dog and the family’s daily routine weren’t a good match, which is why he’s now back in foster care, waiting for his forever home. Barney is a lovable, playful, and very intelligent companion. As is typical for his age, he still has a few charming quirks. For example, he opens doors and drawers effortlessly, literally walks over tables and benches, and occasionally chews on objects that were actually meant for other purposes. He’s also agile and loves doing things together with his people. Because of these traits, Barney would certainly be an ideal candidate for creative tricks, dog sports, and active outings. However, Barney has no problem spending a day relaxing at home either and finds peace and quiet there. Especially in the evenings, he loves cuddling up with his humans. On walks, he already walks nicely on the leash and pulls only a little. So far, he hasn’t shown any pronounced hunting behavior and behaves friendly toward other dogs and cats. Barney loves playing energetically with his canine friends and actively seeks their company. But Barney doesn’t just have this carefree side—he also carries some insecurities with him. At first, he’s skeptical around strangers, feels uncertain when touched in certain situations, has difficulty putting on his harness or collar and getting leashed, is afraid of getting into the car, and can’t yet stay alone well. Barney therefore needs empathetic people who can help him become braver step by step and overcome these uncertainties. A calm environment, a regular daily routine, empathy, and possibly an experienced first dog will help him develop into a consistently happy and confident dog. A brief note on his health: Barney had a kidney issue but has since fully recovered with proper care. He still has a follow-up checkup scheduled. He doesn’t need any medication, but does require dietary supplements and special kidney-friendly food. Age: approximately 1.5 years Breed: mixed (visually, there could be elements of German Shepherd, hunting dog, and/or herding dog) Leash manners: already quite good Does he get along with children: not recommended until age 12 Does he get along with cats: yes Does he get along with other dogs: yes Location: 49751 Werpeloh Empathetic families with older children, couples, or singles; people with dog experience; active individuals who enjoy engaging with their dogs; people with a house and garden and/or living in a rural area Has Barney’s unique character piqued your interest? Then feel free to contact Sandra via WhatsApp: (Please no calls) Barney is waiting for people who will support and encourage him—could that be you? Application form for interested parties

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Kluger & wunderschöner Barney sucht ein neues Zuhause Aktuell auf Pflegestelle in 49751 Werpeloh Barney kommt ursprünglich aus einem rumänischen Tierheim. Seit April dieses Jahr ist er in Deutschland. Er lebte erst ein paar Wochen auf einer Pflegestelle und zog dann in sein Zuhause – leider passten dort Hund und Alltag der Familie nicht zusammen, weshalb er nun wieder auf Pflegestelle auf sein Für-immer-Zuhause wartet. Barney ist ein liebenswerter, spielfreudiger und auch sehr kluger Begleiter. Alterstypisch hat er noch ein paar charmante Flauseln im Kopf. So öffnet er problemlos Türen und Schubladen, geht wortwörtlich über Tische und Bänke und benagt den ein oder anderen Gegenstand, der eigentlich für einen anderen Zweck vorgesehen war. Auch ist er agil und liebt es etwas mit seinen Menschen zu unternehmen. Aufgrund dieser Eigenschaften wäre Barney mit Sicherheit der ideale Kandidat für kreative Tricks, Hundesport und aktive Ausflüge. Barney hat aber auch kein Problem damit mal einen Tag zuhause zu entspannen und kommt dort gut zur Ruhe. Vor allem abends liebt er es mit seinen Menschen zu kuscheln. Unterwegs läuft er schon ganz gut an der Leine und zieht wenig. Er zeigt bisher kein ausgeprägtes Jagdverhalten und verhält sich freundlich gegenüber anderen Hunden und Katzen. Barney tobt gerne mit seinen Hundefreunden und sucht aktiv die Nähe. Doch Barney hat nicht nur diese unbeschwerte Seite, sondern bringt auch ein paar Unsicherheiten mit. So zeigt er sich anfangs skeptisch gegenüber fremden Menschen, ist in bestimmten Situationen unsicher beim Anfassen, hat Schwierigkeiten beim Anziehen von Geschirr/Halsband und dem Anleinen, hat Angst vor dem Einsteigen ins Auto und kann noch nicht gut alleine bleiben. Barney braucht also einfühlsame Menschen, die ihm dabei helfen Schritt für Schritt mutiger zu werden und die genannten Unsicherheiten abzubauen. Eine ruhige Umgebung, ein geregelter Tagesablauf, Empathie und ggf. ein souveräner Ersthund helfen ihm dabei sich zu einem durchweg fröhlichen und sicheren Hund zu entwickeln. Kurz zur Gesundheit: Barney hatte ein Thema mit den Nieren, wurde aber wieder gesund gepflegt. Ein Kontrolltermin steht noch an. Er braucht keine Medikamente, jedoch Nahrungsergänzung und Nieren-Diätfutter. Alter: 1,5 Jahre (geschätzt) Rasse: Mix (optisch könnten Anteile von HSH, Jagdhund und/oder Hütehund vorhanden sein) Leinenführig: schon ganz gut Mag Kinder: erst ab 12 Jahre Verträglich mit Katzen: Ja Verträglich mit anderen Hunden: Ja Aufenthaltsort: 49751 Werpeloh Einfühlsame Familien mit älteren Kinder, Paare oder Singles Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung Aktive Menschen mit Freude an Beschäftigung mit dem Hund Menschen mit Haus und Garten und/oder in ländlicher Umgebung Barney konnte durch seinen einzigartigen Charakter dein Interesse wecken? Dann melde dich gerne bei Sandra WhatsApp: (Bitte keine Anrufe) Barney wartet auf Menschen, die ihn fördern und ermutigen – vielleicht bist du es? Selbstauskunftsbogen für Interessenten

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Großefehn
Shelter
Free Dogs - Vergessene Tiere in Not e.V.
Living with Flausenkopf Barney
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Free Dogs - Vergessene Tiere in Not e.V. · Großefehn

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Flausenkopf Barney home

What you'll need for Flausenkopf Barney 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
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    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
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    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 Flausenkopf Barney

What life with Flausenkopf Barney looks like

Flausenkopf Barney is a small adult dog waiting at Free Dogs - Vergessene Tiere in Not e.V. in Großefehn.

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 Flausenkopf Barney, answered.

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