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Hercules

German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 7 years

Hercules is a beautiful, approximately six-year-old German Shepherd mix who has had a lot of experiences. He was recently in the Jaén pound and had no chance of finding a new home from there. But Hercules was lucky, because the shelter manager asked for our help and he was able to move to the Refugio. Here, Hercules shows himself to be a thoroughly loving dog with a gentle, balanced nature. He is very attached to people, seeks closeness, enjoys petting and is always friendly and social when interacting with his female dog friend. During a routine blood test, Hercules tested positive for Leishmaniasis. But this should not deter anyone from adopting him - because this diagnosis is no longer a death sentence. If a dog like Hercules is well medicated and some things are taken into account in everyday life, he can lead a long and happy life in most cases. (You can find an overview of the Mediterranean diseases on our homepage - and of course we are always happy to help with any questions.) In addition, the charming male has an old injury on a front paw, which makes him walk a little "special". But this doesn't cause him any problems, he gets along wonderfully and likes to move around. Hercules is a dog with a big heart and an even bigger longing: He wants a home where he is loved, just as he is - loyal, gentle and simply wonderful. Do you want to show this special German Shepherd that happiness is sometimes just a request away? Then get in touch with us!

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Update 08. 09. 2026 Es gibt schöne Neuigkeiten von unserem hübschen Hercules! Seit er gemeinsam mit Annette im hinteren Auslauf sitzt, hat sich bei beiden einiges verändert. Die beiden tun sich gegenseitig richtig gut und sind deutlich aufgeblüht. Gemeinsam mit Annette kann er nach Herzenslust toben und spielen – und dabei zeigt unser lieber Kerl, wie viel Lebensfreude eigentlich in ihm steckt. Ansonsten ist Hercules nach wie vor unser toller Bub der sich nichts sehnlicher wünscht als eine eigene Familie, bei der er endlich ankommen darf. Eine Familie, die ihm Zeit gibt, ihm Sicherheit schenkt und ihm zeigt, dass er geliebt und willkommen ist. Wir wünschen uns von Herzen, dass Hercules nicht länger im Refugio warten muss. Er hat so viel Liebe zu geben und soll endlich erleben dürfen, wie schön ein eigenes Zuhause ist. Lieber Hercules, wir drücken ganz fest die Daumen, dass dein Mensch dich bald entdeckt! Andújar, den 31. 10. 2025 Hercules ist ein wunderschöner, etwa sechs Jahre alter Schäferhundmischling, der schon einiges hinter sich hat. Er saß bis vor kurzem in der Perrera von Jaén und hatte keinerlei Chance, von dort aus ein neues Zuhause zu finden. Doch Hercules hatte Glück, denn der Tierheimleiter bat uns um Hilfe und er durfte ins Refugio umziehen. Hier zeigt Hercules sich als durch und durch liebevoller Hund mit einem sanften, ausgeglichenen Wesen. Menschen gegenüber ist er sehr zugewandt, sucht Nähe, genießt Streicheleinheiten und zeigt sich auch im Umgang mit seiner Hundefreundin stets freundlich und sozial. Bei einem routinemäßigen Bluttest wurde Hercules positiv auf Leishmaniose getestet. Doch das sollte niemanden abschrecken, ihn zu adoptieren – denn diese Diagnose ist schon lange kein Todesurteil mehr. Wird ein Hund, so wie Hercules, gut medikamentös eingestellt und beachtet man einige Dinge im Alltag, kann er in den allermeisten Fällen ein langes und glückliches Leben führen. (Einen Überblick über die Mittelmeerkrankheiten findet ihr auf unserer Homepage – und natürlich stehen wir euch bei Fragen jederzeit gerne zur Seite. ) Außerdem hat der charmante Rüde eine alte Verletzung an einer Vorderpfote, wodurch er ein wenig „besonders“ läuft. Das bereitet ihm aktuell aber keinerlei Probleme, er kommt wunderbar zurecht und bewegt sich gerne. Hercules ist ein Hund mit einem großen Herzen und einer noch größeren Sehnsucht: Er wünscht sich ein Zuhause, in dem er geliebt wird, so wie er ist – treu, sanft und einfach wundervoll. Möchtet ihr diesem besonderen Schäferhund zeigen, dass das Glück manchmal nur eine Anfrage entfernt ist? Dann meldet euch bei uns!

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇪🇸Wangelau
Shelter
Vergessene Pfoten e.V.
Cared for by Vergessene Pfoten e.V. · WangelauLearn about German Shepherd →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Hercules home

What you'll need for Hercules 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 Hercules

What life with Hercules looks like

Hercules is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Vergessene Pfoten e.V. in Wangelau.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras often include sterilization, vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport in the adoption fee, but this varies, so confirm with the shelter. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Wangelau, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Hercules, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hercules?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Vergessene Pfoten e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Hercules on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hercules 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 Vergessene Pfoten e.V. whether they will for Hercules, 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 Hercules already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
TailHarbor has no vaccination, microchip or sterilization details for Hercules. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Vergessene Pfoten e.V., so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Hercules isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Vergessene Pfoten e.V. about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Hercules 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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