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Jack

Doberman · Male · Young · 3 years

Jack is an exceptionally large and powerfully built male Doberman (born end of 2023). Unfortunately, his previous owner didn't take his training seriously enough and couldn't provide him with secure leadership, which is why he ended up with us. Once Jack trusts someone, he becomes a fantastic, loyal family dog who forms a very close bond—but he still needs further training. He’s also absolutely friendly and highly tolerant toward our young child. He gets along well with female dogs here, but he doesn’t like cats. However, leash encounters with other dogs still need to be practiced more. What Jack already does extremely well is settling down calmly—under familiar circumstances, he’s a very pleasant, relaxed dog. Jack still has some difficulties interacting with strangers, which we’re currently working on and making great progress with (which is why he was initially classified as dangerous, though this can be disproven in a later behavioral assessment). He needs a confident dog handler who can guide him confidently through everyday life and continue training with him. At the moment, this handsome fellow is making wonderful progress here and is hoping for reliable people who will continue working with him. Unfortunately, life in a kennel really takes its toll on him! Overall, Jack is a very typical Doberman—a breed that would love to find a home with genuine Doberman enthusiasts; ideally, of course, a house with a garden! For serious inquiries, please contact:

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Jack ist ein außergewöhnlich großer und knochenstarker Dobermann Rüde (geb. Ende 2023). Leider hat seine Vorbesitzerin es mit der Erziehung nicht so ernstgenommen und konnte ihm keine sichere Führung bieten, so, dass er leider bei uns gelandet ist. Vertraut Jack einem erst, ist er ein fantastischer, loyaler Familienhund, der eine sehr enge Bindung aufbaut aber noch Erziehung benötigt. Auch mit unserem Kleinkind ist er absolut freundlich und sehr tolerant. Mit Hündinnen ist er hier verträglich, Katzen mag er nicht. Hundebegegnungen an der Leine müssen aber weiter geübt werden. Was Jack schon sehr gut hinbekommt, ist selbst zur Ruhe zu kommen – in gewohnten Situationen ist er ein sehr angenehmer, entspannter Hund. Mit fremden Menschen zeigt Jack noch Probleme, an denen wir aktuell arbeiten und sehr gute Fortschritte erzielen(aus diesem Grund wurde er als gefährlich eingestuft, was aber bei einem späteren Verhaltenstest widerlegt werden kann). Er braucht einen sicheren Hundeführer, der ihn souverän durch den Alltag führt und auch weiter mit ihm trainiert. Aktuell macht der hübsche Kerl hier tolle Fortschritte und hofft auf zuverlässige Leute, die mit ihm weiter arbeiten. Die Zwingerhaltung macht ihm leider sehr zu schaffen! Insgesamt ist Jack ein sehr rassetypischer Dobi, der am liebsten einen Platz bei echten Dobi-Fans hätte – toll wäre natürlich ein Haus mit Garten! Seriöse Anfragen bitte an

Size
Small
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Mülheim
Shelter
Tierheim Mülheim
Living with Jack
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Mülheim · MülheimLearn about Doberman

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Jack home

What you'll need for Jack 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 Jack

What life with Jack looks like

Jack is a small young adult doberman dog waiting at Tierheim Mülheim in Mülheim.

An young 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 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.

Mülheim, Germany browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Jack, answered.

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