How do I contact the shelter about Gandalf?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hunderettung Europa e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gandalf on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Gandalf if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hunderettung Europa 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 Gandalf 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 Gandalf 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 Hunderettung Europa e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gandalf 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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Gandalf

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 12 years

In the shelter since: June 2026 Estimated age: born around August 2014 Estimated shoulder height: approx. 70–79 cm Estimated weight: approx. 30–34 kg Meet Gandalf in person right here in the video! In the shelter since: Month/Year Gender: Male/Female Estimated age: born around Month (written out)/Year Estimated shoulder height: approx. xx–xx cm Estimated weight: approx. xx–xx kg Special feature: Rescue case/disability (if none, delete) Meet (= link to video in gallery bar; text must match the text in the anchor) the DOG'S NAME in another video! Gandalf the Relaxed One is looking for his home in the countryside! This furry friend comes from a kill shelter in Romania, where he spent all his time sleeping in his kennel. We explain how dogs end up there and much more in our animal welfare FAQ. The big male dog Gandalf has so far shown himself to be very calm and reserved at the shelter. When you enter his enclosure, he stays calmly lying in his kennel, simply observing his visitors. He’s currently living alone because he’s being treated for a sticker tumor. Therefore, no interactions with other dogs have been observed yet. This furry friend is new to the shelter. Our caregivers take the time to get to know each dog and assess their personality. As soon as we learn more about this furry friend’s character, we’ll update this profile. Of course, you can still fill out a self-disclosure form for this dog. We suspect that Gandalf has some herding dog (HSH) ancestry. Please find out here about the requirements for adopting a herding dog. HSH mixes are often very independent and need a confident, steady hand. Currently, Gandalf is being treated for a sticker tumor. Our adoption team knows best about his exact health condition. If you have any further questions, feel free to send us a message. Male dog Gandalf needs a quiet, rural home. His new people should have experience keeping herding dogs. It’s important to us that Gandalf’s new people understand his age and his ongoing health development. You can read more about what it means to adopt an older dog here. We’re looking for people who realize that rescue dogs carry a certain history with them. At the shelter, we can never predict how a dog will react to life in Germany. That’s why we’re seeking people who bring patience, perseverance, and kindness. But one thing is certain: Whoever adopts instead of buying not only gives an animal a second chance, but actively chooses to stand against animal suffering—and to live alongside a truly special companion. Already smitten? Send us a self-disclosure form! Adoption If you’re considering adoption, first read through our adoption process. All dogs are vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, flea-treated, and neutered before leaving the shelter (with the exception of puppies under 6 months and very elderly dogs). Dogs older than 1 year are also tested for Mediterranean diseases. If you have any further questions, please feel free to write to our adoption team.

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Im Tierheim seit: Juni 2026 Geschätztes Alter: geb. ca. August 2014 Geschätzte Schulterhöhe: ca. 70 – 79 cm Geschätztes Gewicht: ca. 30 – 34 kg Lerne hier Gandalf direkt im Video kennen! Im Tierheim seit: Monat/ Jahreszahl Geschlecht: Männlich/ Weiblich Geschätztes Alter: geb. ca. Monat (ausgeschrieben)/ Jahreszahl Geschätzte Schulterhöhe: ca. xx – xx cm Geschätztes Gewicht: ca. xx – xx kg Besonderheit: Gnadenplatz/ Handicap (wenn nicht dann löschen) Lerne hier (= Verlinkung zum Video in der Galerieleiste; Text muss identisch mit dem Text im Anker sein) HUNDENAME in einem weiteren Video kennen! Gandalf der Gechillte sucht sein Zuhause im Grünen! Diese Fellnase kommt aus einer Tötungsstation in Rumänien, wo er die ganze Zeit schlafend in der Hütte lag. Wie die Hunde dorthin kommen und noch vieles mehr erklären wir in unserem Tierschutz-FAQ . Der große Rüde Gandalg zeigt sich bisher im Tierheim noch sehr ruhig und zurückhaltend. Wenn man seinen Zwinger betritt, bleibt er ruhig liegen in seiner Hütte liegen und beobachtet seinen Besuch einfach. Auch lebt er aktuell allein, da er wegen eines Sticker-Tumors behandelt wird. Somit konnten noch keine Interaktionen mit anderen Hunden beobachtet werden. Diese Fellnase ist noch neu im Tierheim. Unsere Pfleger:innen nehmen sich Zeit, um jeden Hund kennenzulernen und einzuschätzen. Wenn wir mehr über den Charakter dieser Fellnase wissen, ergänzen wir dieses Profil. Natürlich kannst du trotzdem schon eine Selbstauskunft für diesen Hund ausfüllen. Wir vermuten, dass in Gandlaf ein Herdenschutzhund (HSH) steckt. Bitte informiere dich hier über die Anforderungen bei Adoption eines Herdenschutzhundes. HSH-Mixe sind oft sehr selbstständig und brauchen eine souveräne Führung. Gandalf hatte einen Sticker-Tumor, der verödet wurde. Außerdem leidet er an Spondylose und hat eine Hernie entwickelt, die operiert werden muss. Über den genauen Gesundheitszustand weiß unser Vermittlungsteam am besten Bescheid. Wenn du noch Fragen hast, schreib uns gern eine Nachricht . Rüde Gandalf braucht ein ruhiges und ländlich gelegenes Zuhause. Seine neuen Menschen sollten Erfahrung mit der Haltung von Hütehunden haben. Wichtig ist uns, dass Gandals neue Menschen Verständnis für sein Alter sowie seine gesundheitliche Entwicklung mitbringen. Was es bedeutet, einen alten Hund zu adoptieren, liest du hier . Wir wünschen uns für diese Fellnase Menschen, denen bewusst ist, dass Tierschutzhunde eine gewisse Geschichte mitbringen. Wir können im Tierheim nie vorhersagen, wie ein Hund auf das Leben in Deutschland reagieren wird. Deswegen suchen wir Menschen, die Geduld, Durchhaltevermögen und Wohlwollen mitbringen. Aber eines ist sicher: Wer adoptiert statt kauft , schenkt nicht nur einem Tier eine zweite Chance, sondern entscheidet sich aktiv gegen Tierleid – und für ein Leben mit einem ganz besonderen Gefährten an der Seite. Schon verliebt? Schick uns eine Selbstauskunft! Adoption Wenn du über eine Adoption nachdenkst, lies dir zunächst den Vermittlungsablauf durch. Alle Hunde werden vor der Ausreise geimpft, gechipt, entwurmt, entfloht und kastriert (Ausnahme sind Welpen bis 6 Monate und sehr alte Hunde). Hunde, die älter als 1 Jahr sind, werden zudem auf Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet. Wenn du noch Fragen hast, schreibe unserem Vermittlungsteam gern eine Nachricht.

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 12 years

Location

🇩🇪Duisburg

Shelter

Hunderettung Europa e.V.

Living with Gandalf

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped

Cared for by Hunderettung Europa e.V. · Duisburg Learn about Mixed Breed →

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About Gandalf

What life with Gandalf looks like

Gandalf is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Hunderettung Europa e.V. in Duisburg.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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.

Duisburg, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gandalf, answered.

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