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Kastro

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 7 years

Kastro, born approximately 2019, approximately 60 cm shoulder height, at the shelter since the end of 2022 Kastro came to Maria with a wire loop grown into his neck. This was surgically removed and the slightly knotty gentleman has since developed into a great dog. He still has his own head, but has learned that people can also be exciting and nice. Since Kastro is probably partly a livestock guardian dog, it is possible that he will develop corresponding behaviors in his new home. Therefore, we are looking for a rural home with a fenced garden, preferably for people who have already gained experience with livestock guardian dogs or their hybrids and appreciate their characteristics. Currently located in Romania and allowed to leave if a home is found. Travels chipped and vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies and basic immunization). All dogs are treated against intestinal parasites and ectoparasites at their arrival at the shelter and at least once a year thereafter. The described behavioral observations are based on everyday life in the shelter and may be different in a domestic environment under changed living conditions. The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the destination country. Please note the information on this page:

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04/2025 Kastro, geboren ca. 2019, ca. 60 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit Ende 2022 Kastro kam mit einer in den Hals eingewachsenen Drahtschlinge zu Maria. Diese wurde operativ entfernt und der leicht knöttrige Herr hat sich mittlerweile zu einem tollen Hund entwickelt. Er hat nach wie vor einen eigenen Kopf, hat aber gelernt, dass Menschen auch spannend und nett sein können. Da Kastro vermutlich zum Teil Herdenschutzhund ist, kann es sein, dass er in seinem neuen Zuhause entsprechende Verhaltensweisen entwickelt. Daher wünschen wir uns für ihn ein ländlich gelegenes Zuhause mit einem eingezäunten Garten, bestenfalls bei Menschen die bereits Erfahrung mit Herdenschutzhunden oder deren Mischlingen sammeln konnten und deren Eigenschaften zu schätzen wissen. Befindet sich aktuell in Rumänien und darf ausreisen, wenn er ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Reist gechipt und geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut und Grundimmunisierung). Alle Hunde werden bei ihrer Ankunft im Shelter sowie anschließend mindestens einmal jährlich gegen Darmparasiten und Ektoparasiten behandelt. Die geschilderten Verhaltensbeobachtungen basieren auf dem Alltag im Shelter und können sich in einem häuslichen Umfeld unter veränderten Lebensbedingungen entsprechend anders darstellen. Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 7 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Hope for Future e.V.

Living with Kastro

✓Vaccinated
✓Microchipped

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About Kastro

What life with Kastro looks like

Kastro is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

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 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Kastro, answered.

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