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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Profile: Age: Born around 2018 Gender: male neutered: yes Temperament: very friendly and open to all four-legged friends, lively, cuddly, desperately misses attention, gets along well with fellow animals Size: approx. 50-55 cm In shelter since: April 2021 Hello dear people! All I wish for is to finally find my own family – people who I can belong to, who will love me, and who I can accompany with all my heart. I am a big, lively puppy boy who immediately warms the hearts of all four-legged friends. I am delighted by any small bit of attention, love being stroked and cuddled, and I desperately miss closeness. For many years now, I have been waiting here in the shelter for my chance – and although time passes, I have not lost my liveliness and my belief in the good. Yes, I admit: the long wait in the shelter has also left its marks – I have gained a few (okay, more like many) extra kilos. But see it positively: there is simply more of me to love and cuddle! With a bit of exercise and a loving home, I will surely be back in shape soon. Whether running through fields or snuggling on the sofa – with me, you would always have a faithful companion by your side. And the best part: I am both friendly with fellow animals and open and warm-hearted towards all people. Of course, I have mainly learned to survive in the shelter so far, but I am convinced that you can show me with patience and love everything that belongs to a happy dog life. I want to learn new things, explore the world, and above all: finally arrive. It would be my greatest joy if I could find the turning point in my life with you – from waiting and hoping to a home where I can feel safe and secure. All I wish for is your proximity, your trust, and the chance to give you my joyful puppy heart day by day. If you are interested in Gustl, please fill out our Prospective Owner Form () or write us an email or a message on Facebook. Gustl is ready to travel and can travel to Germany with the next transport. Our dogs travel legally with Traces. As Traces, one refers to the database system with which the entire animal transport within the EU is monitored. The dogs travel neutered (if old enough), vaccinated, microchipped, and dewormed, and have an EU passport. Additionally, a rapid test for the following Mediterranean diseases is carried out for dogs over 12 months old before travel arrangements: Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichiosis, Dirofilariasis, and leishmaniasis. Peter D. has taken the sponsorship for Gustl and thus ensures a full plate. Many thanks on behalf of the dogs!. Gets along with other dogs.

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Steckbrief Alter: ca. 2018 geboren Geschlecht: männlich Kastriert: ja Charakter: sehr freundlich und aufgeschlossen gegenüber allen Zweibeinern, lebensfroh, verschmust, sehnt sich schrecklich nach Aufmerksamkeit, verträglich mit Artgenossen Größe: ca. 50-55 cm Im Shelter seit: April 2021 Hallo liebe Menschen! Ich wünsche mir nichts sehnlicher, als endlich meine eigene Familie zu finden – Menschen, zu denen ich gehören darf, die mich lieben und die ich mit meinem ganzen Herzen begleiten kann. Ich bin ein großer, lebensfroher Hundebursche, der alle Zweibeiner sofort ins Herz schließt. Ich freue mich über jede noch so kleine Aufmerksamkeit, liebe es, gestreichelt und geknuddelt zu werden und sehne mich so sehr nach Nähe. Schon seit vielen Jahren warte ich hier im Shelter auf meine Chance – und obwohl die Zeit vergeht, habe ich meine Fröhlichkeit und meinen Glauben an das Gute nicht verloren. Ja, ich gebe es zu: das lange Warten im Shelter hat auch seine Spuren hinterlassen – ich habe mir ein paar (na gut, eher viele) Extra-Kilos angefuttert. Aber seht es positiv: von mir gibt es einfach mehr zum Liebhaben und Knuddeln! Mit etwas Bewegung und einem liebevollen Zuhause werde ich bestimmt schnell wieder in Form kommen. Egal ob beim Laufen über Wiesen oder beim Schmusen auf dem Sofa – mit mir hättet ihr immer einen treuen Gefährten an eurer Seite. Und das Beste: ich bin sowohl mit Artgenossen verträglich als auch allen Menschen gegenüber immer offen und herzlich. Natürlich habe ich bisher vor allem das Überleben im Shelter gelernt, aber ich bin überzeugt, dass ihr mir mit Geduld und Liebe alles zeigen könnt, was zu einem glücklichen Hundeleben gehört. Ich möchte Neues lernen, die Welt erkunden und vor allem eins: endlich ankommen. Es wäre mein größtes Glück, wenn ich bei euch den Wendepunkt in meinem Leben finden dürfte – vom Warten und Hoffen hin zu einem Zuhause, in dem ich mich geborgen fühlen darf. Alles, was ich mir wünsche, ist eure Nähe, euer Vertrauen und die Chance, euch Tag für Tag mein fröhliches Hundeherz zu schenken. Wenn Sie Interesse an Gustl haben, füllen Sie bitte unseren Interessentenbogen aus () oder schreiben Sie uns eine E-Mail an oder eine Nachricht über Facebook. Gustl ist ausreisefertig und kann mit dem nächsten Transport nach Deutschland reisen. Unsere Hunde reisen legal mit Traces. Als Traces bezeichnet man das Datenbanksystem, mit dem der gesamte Tierverkehr innerhalb der EU überwacht wird. Die Hunde reisen kastriert (insofern alt genug), geimpft, gechipt und entwurmt aus und besitzen einen EU-Pass. Des Weiteren wird bei Hunden ab 12 Monaten vor der Ausreise ein Schnelltest auf folgende Mittelmeerkrankheiten durchgeführt: Borreliose, Anaplasmose, Ehrlichiose, Dirofilariose und Leishmaniose. Peter D. hat die Patenschaft für Gustl übernommen und sorgt somit für ein gefülltes Näpfchen. Vielen Dank im Namen der Hunde!

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Alfter
Shelter
Seelen für Seelchen e.V.
Living with Gustl
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Gustl home

What you'll need for Gustl 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 Gustl

What life with Gustl looks like

Gustl is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Seelen für Seelchen e.V. in Alfter.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Gustl, answered.

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