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Gia

Rottweiler · Female · Adult · 8 years

Our Gia enjoys being petted - Video Gia & Marshall - Video Our Gia is a sweet and gentle female dog who quickly wins people over with her relaxed nature. She greatly enjoys the closeness of her trusted people and, once she has gained confidence, shows herself to be a true cuddle bug. At first she can sometimes be a bit reserved, especially with men. But the ice usually breaks quickly, and her affectionate, people-oriented side comes to the fore. Gia likes going for walks and curiously explores her surroundings. She walks nicely on the leash. She already knows the command "Sit," and she is currently still learning the other basic commands. Out and about, however, there are situations in which Gia still finds it difficult to stay calm. She can react particularly to cars and joggers by jumping into the leash. With the right encouragement and the attention of her trusted person, however, she manages to get her bearings and stay more relaxed. People are needed here who will accompany her attentively and give her the necessary sense of security. Gia also needs confident leadership and her person's attention to stay relaxed when meeting other dogs head-on. In direct contact with suitable dog companions, however, she shows herself to be social and tolerant. For Gia, we wish for a loving home with people who like spending time with her, enjoy walking together, and want a cuddly companion by their side. People who give her some time at first to build trust, and who show her how wonderful it is to finally have arrived.

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Unsere Gia genießt Streicheleinheiten - Video Gia & Marshall - Video Unsere Gia ist eine liebe und sanfte Hündin, die mit ihrer entspannten Art schnell begeistert. Sie genießt die Nähe ihrer Bezugspersonen sehr und zeigt sich, sobald sie Vertrauen gefasst hat, als richtige Schmusemaus. Anfangs ist sie manchmal noch etwas zurückhaltend, besonders bei Männern. Doch das Eis bricht meist schnell und ihre anhängliche, menschenbezogene Seite kommt zum Vorschein. Gia geht gerne spazieren und erkundet neugierig ihre Umgebung. Dabei läuft sie schön an der Leine. Das Kommando „Sitz“ beherrscht sie bereits, die weiteren Grundkommandos lernt sie aktuell noch. Unterwegs gibt es allerdings Situationen, in denen es Gia teilweise noch schwerfällt, entspannt zu bleiben. Besonders auf Autos und Jogger kann sie reagieren, indem sie in die Leine springt. Mit der richtigen Ansprache und der Aufmerksamkeit ihrer Bezugsperson gelingt es ihr jedoch, sich zu orientieren und gelassener zu bleiben. Hier sind Menschen gefragt, die sie aufmerksam begleiten und ihr die nötige Sicherheit geben. Auch bei frontalen Hundebegegnungen braucht Gia eine souveräne Führung und die Aufmerksamkeit ihres Menschen, um entspannt zu bleiben. Im direkten Kontakt mit passenden Artgenossen zeigt sie sich hingegen sozial und verträglich. Für Gia wünschen wir uns ein liebevolles Zuhause bei Menschen, die gerne Zeit mit ihr verbringen, gemeinsame Spaziergänge genießen und sich eine verschmuste Begleiterin an ihrer Seite wünschen. Menschen, die ihr anfangs ein wenig Zeit geben, Vertrauen zu fassen, und ihr zeigen, wie schön es ist, endlich angekommen zu sein.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Kreistierheim Böblingen
Living with Gia
  • ✓Spayed
Cared for by Kreistierheim Böblingen · GermanyLearn about Rottweiler →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Gia home

What you'll need for Gia 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 Gia

What life with Gia looks like

Gia is a large adult rottweiler dog waiting at Kreistierheim Böblingen in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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. Many dogs and cats leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport, but this varies by shelter, so confirm what is included with the shelter.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Gia, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Gia?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Kreistierheim Böblingen handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gia on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Gia if I live in another country?
Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Kreistierheim Böblingen whether they will for Gia, what they require (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Gia already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Kreistierheim Böblingen lists Gia as spayed. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Kreistierheim Böblingen, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Gia isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Kreistierheim Böblingen about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gia 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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