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German Shepherd · Female · Young · 3 years

Julia came to us as an abandonment at the animal shelter. Her previous owners were overwhelmed with her. Julia is a very friendly but rather stormy female dog. Irrelevant whether the person is familiar or unknown, the female German Shepherd is a prime example of her breed and simply wants to please. Unfortunately, it was missed early to attend dog training classes or to socialize her. Even though Julia knows a few basic commands, there is still much to work on. During her daily walks, it is immediately clear how much energy is in her and that she also very much wants to follow a task. With her nose to the ground, she pulls us through the area like wild. Julia is generally very occupied with her environment, so it is quite difficult for her to focus on the other end of the leash. Through consistent but fair handling, one can communicate with her and a relaxed interaction is possible. Julia’s biggest challenge is going into contact with fellow animals. She has hardly ever learned to meet dogs in the past because her previous owners were worried she would not be able to handle the strong female dog in these situations. Julia is not unapproachable, however. The combination of movement stimuli and the pent-up frustration built up in her overloads her so much that she does not know what to do with herself. Most fellow animals would want to avoid her for this reason, which is why conflicts have occurred in the past. With the right guidance, Julia can get along with other dogs, although socialization has only just begun. For Julia, we are looking for people who have the time and patience to make up for what was missed during puppy and juvenile years. Therefore, one should already have some experience with dogs or be physically mature. Due to her stormy nature, no small children should live in the household. Even though Julia can be with fellow animals, coexistence is still too great a challenge, so we see her more as a single dog in her new home. If you are interested in Julia, please write us a substantive email or call us.

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Julia kam als Abgabe zu uns ins Tierheim. Ihre ehemaligen Halter waren mit ihr überfordert. Julia ist eine dem Menschen gegenüber sehr freundliche wenn auch ziemlich stürmische Hündin. Irrelevant ob der Mensch fremd oder bekannt ist die Schäferhündin ist ein Paradebeispiel für ihre Rasse und möchte einfach nur gefallen. Leider hat man es mit ihr versäumt frühzeitig eine Hundeschule zu besuchen bzw. sie zu sozialisieren. Auch wenn Julia ein paar Grundkommandos kennt ist noch viel bei ihr aufzuarbeiten. Bei ihren täglichen Spaziergängen sieht man sofort wie viel Energie in ihr steckt und dass sie auch sehr gerne einer Aufgabe nachkommen möchte. Mit der Nase auf dem Boden zieht sie einen wie wild durch die Gegend. Julia ist generell sehr mit ihrer Umwelt beschäftigt sodass es ihr ziemlich schwer fällt sich auf das andere Ende der Leine einzulassen. Durch eine konsequente jedoch faire Führung kommt man mit ihr in Kommunikation und ein entspanntes Zusammenlaufen ist möglich. Julias größte Schwierigkeit ist es in den Kontakt zu Artgenossen zu gehen. Sie hat in ihrer Vergangenheit so gut wie nie das Aufeinandertreffen mit Hunden gelernt da die ehemaligen Halter in Sorge waren die kräftige Hündin in diesen Situationen nicht halten zu können. Unverträglich ist Julia trotzdem nicht. Die Kombination aus Bewegungsreiz und der bei ihr aufgestaute Frust überfordert sie selber so sehr dass sie nicht weiß wohin mit sich. Die meisten Artgenossen würden ihr aus diesem Grund aus dem Weg gehen wollen weshalb es in der Vergangenheit zu Konflikten untereinander kam. Mit der richtigen Anleitung kommt Julia mit anderen Hund zurecht wobei hier erst die Anfänge im Sinne der Sozialisierung stattgefunden haben. Für Julia suchen wir Menschen die vor allem die Zeit und Geduld haben das Versäumte aus Welpen- und Junghundezeit nachzuholen und aufzuarbeiten. Daher sollte man schon ein wenig Erfahrung mit Hunden gesammelt haben bzw. ihr körperlich gewachsen sein. Wegen ihrem stürmischen Wesen sollten keine kleinen Kinder im Haushalt leben. Auch wenn Julia mit Artgenossen an sich kann ist das Koexistieren eine noch zu große Herausforderung weshalb wir sie eher als Einzelhund in ihrem neuen zu Hause sehen. Wenn Sie Interesse an Julia haben schreiben Sie uns gerne eine aussagekräftige E-Mail oder rufen uns gerne an.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Köln
Shelter
Kolner Tierschutzverein
Living with Julia
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Kolner Tierschutzverein · KölnLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Julia home

What you'll need for Julia 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 Julia

What life with Julia looks like

Julia is a large young adult german shepherd dog waiting at Kolner Tierschutzverein in Köln.

An young 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. 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 Julia, answered.

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