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Jafar

American Staffordshire Terrier · Male · Adult · 8 years

Please note: Jafar has been classified as dangerous. Information about dangerous dogs can be found further down on this page under 'Additional Info in Video Form'. Dangerous dog: Jafar has been classified as dangerous. This video provides information about what this means for Jafar's placement and care. Further information can be found here. Health care: What vaccinations are necessary and what can I do to give my dog a long and healthy life? This video gives you an initial overview. Nutrition tips: Watch this video if you want to learn more about proper dog nutrition. The video is meant to summarize only the most important information. We are of course available for further information. Placement information: Adopting a dog should be carefully considered. Please take time and plan several hours for getting to know the animal. In this video we answer frequently asked questions about dog placement.

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Jafar ist eigentlich ein lieber Kerl, der in seinem bisherigen Leben die falschen Dinge gelernt und es deswegen nicht leicht hatte. Er kam ins Tierheim, nachdem es in seinem früheren Umfeld zu Beißvorfällen gekommen ist. Diese haben dazu geführt, dass er als gefährlich eingestuft wurde. Obwohl er in den falschen Händen sowohl andere Hunde als auch Menschen gebissen hat, zeigte er sich im Tierheim unauffällig. Menschen begegnete er stets aufgeschlossen und freundlich. Beim Spazierengehen verhielt er sich über Monate hinweg gelassen, doch nach der ein oder anderen Pöbelei an der Leine können wir uns inzwischen vorstellen, wie es zu diesen Vorfällen gekommen ist. Wir haben vieles mit ihm nachholen müssen, doch er ist ein gut führbarer Hund, der sich leicht korrigieren lässt. Dennoch sollte seine Bezugsperson aufmerksam und in der Lage sein, eventuelle Aggressionen frühzeitig zu erkennen und zu unterbinden. In seinem neuen Zuhause muss es klare Regeln und Grenzen geben, damit er versteht, dass er keine Verantwortung trägt und niemanden beschützen muss. Jafar ist ein intelligenter Hund, der schnell lernt und gefallen möchte. Seinen Wesenstest hat er erfolgreich absolviert. Jafar hatte zwei Kreuzbandrisse, welche erfolgreich operiert wurden und vollständig verheilt sind. Er darf normal spazieren gehen, aber sein Zuhause sollte möglichst ebenerdig sein. Außerdem hat er Arthrose. Benötigt wird eine Erlaubnis für das Halten von gefährlichen Hunden sowie ein Sachkundenachweis. Wer diese Voraussetzungen erfüllen kann, wird mit einem loyalen und liebevollen Begleiter belohnt. Jafar ist ein Hund mit Herz, Verstand und einer treuen Seele, der sich auf ein Zuhause freut, in dem er geliebt und verstanden wird.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Hannover
Shelter
Tierheim Hannover
Living with Jafar
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with kids
  • ✕Has special needs
Cared for by Tierheim Hannover · HannoverLearn about American Staffordshire Terrier →

Listed 7 months ago

Bringing Jafar home

What you'll need for Jafar 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 Jafar

What life with Jafar looks like

Jafar is a large adult american staffordshire terrier dog waiting at Tierheim Hannover in Hannover.

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.

Note from the shelter: Classified as dangerous dog - requires special permits and regulations for ownership

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Hannover, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Jafar, answered.

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