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Freddy

Australian Shepherd · Male

I am looking for my forever home - maybe with you? I want to be honest with you: I'm not the dog who immediately runs up to everyone. I'm shy, cautious and need time to get used to new things. Many things are still unfamiliar and sometimes even scary for me. That's why I'm looking for people who don't want to change me but accept me as I am. I need a lot of patience, time and love. People who don't expect miracles overnight and stay by my side when I take small steps. Because these small steps are huge successes for me. Once I have gained trust and you become my person, I will show you a completely different side of myself. Then I enjoy your closeness, love petting and am a cuddly, loyal companion. It just takes a little while until I can give away my heart. I get along well with other dogs and am social. Maybe even an experienced first dog would help me feel more secure in my new home and show me how to navigate everyday life. I'm practicing walking on a leash diligently. Here too, I need people who give me the time to learn at my own pace. I have already had quite a few experiences in my previous life. That's why I'm looking for a family that doesn't give up when things get tough. People who understand that trust must grow and that I need time to really settle in. A quiet home without children would be best for me, so I can feel safe and develop at my own pace. Maybe you are the person who shows me that life can also be beautiful. If you give me your heart, patience and time, I promise you: I will give mine back to you - and forever.

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Hallo, ich bin auf der Suche nach meinem Zuhause – vielleicht ja bei dir? Ich möchte ehrlich zu dir sein: Ich bin kein Hund, der sofort freudig auf jeden zuläuft. Ich bin schüchtern, vorsichtig und muss die Welt erst einmal neu kennenlernen. Vieles ist für mich noch ungewohnt und manchmal auch beängstigend. Deshalb wünsche ich mir Menschen, die mich nicht verändern wollen, sondern mich so annehmen, wie ich bin. Ich brauche ganz viel Geduld, Zeit und Liebe. Menschen, die keine Wunder über Nacht erwarten und auch dann an meiner Seite bleiben, wenn ich kleine Schritte mache. Denn genau diese kleinen Schritte sind für mich riesengroße Erfolge. Wenn ich erst einmal Vertrauen gefasst habe und du meine Bezugsperson geworden bist, zeige ich dir eine ganz andere Seite von mir. Dann genieße ich deine Nähe, liebe Streicheleinheiten und bin ein verschmuster, treuer Begleiter. Es dauert nur ein bisschen, bis ich mein Herz verschenken kann. Mit anderen Hunden komme ich gut zurecht und bin sozial. Vielleicht würde mir sogar ein souveräner Ersthund helfen, mich in meinem neuen Zuhause sicherer zu fühlen und mir den Alltag vorzuleben. Das Laufen an der Leine übe ich gerade fleißig. Auch hier brauche ich Menschen, die mir die Zeit geben, in meinem eigenen Tempo zu lernen. Ich habe in meinem bisherigen Leben schon einiges erleben müssen. Deshalb suche ich eine Familie, die nicht gleich aufgibt, wenn es mal schwierig wird. Menschen, die verstehen, dass Vertrauen wachsen muss und dass ich Zeit brauche, um wirklich anzukommen. Ein ruhiges Zuhause ohne Kinder wäre für mich am besten, damit ich mich sicher fühlen und in meinem eigenen Tempo entwickeln kann. Vielleicht bist genau du der Mensch, der mir zeigt, dass das Leben auch schön sein kann. Ich verspreche dir: Wenn du mir dein Herz, deine Geduld und deine Zeit schenkst, werde ich dir meines irgendwann ebenfalls schenken – und das für immer.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇦🇹Wolfsberg
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg
Living with Freddy
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg · WolfsbergLearn about Australian Shepherd

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Freddy home

What you'll need for Freddy 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 Freddy

What life with Freddy looks like

Freddy is a medium-sized adult australian shepherd dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg in Wolfsberg.

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 Freddy, answered.

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