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Legion

German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 6 years

Karma: Gastrointestinal Eminent (sucha) Health condition: sensitive digestive tract, recurrent diarrhea; receives medication for calming purposes. Legion is a beautiful and intelligent long-haired German Shepherd with pedigree. He is a confident dog yet requires a responsible and experienced owner. Legion ended up in the shelter because his behavior and needs overwhelmed his previous owners. At the shelter, he displays territorial behaviors—warning off people who come within his sight, especially in his kennel. He needs time to trust new people—the acclimatization process preceding adoption will require time, patience, and consistency. Legion is very smart and highly motivated to learn; he knows many commands, such as “sit,” “shake,” “down,” “speak,” and “stay.” He loves toys and baths in water, which can be a great way to build a bond with him. He’s physically strong but usually doesn’t fully use his strength. On the leash, he pulls moderately, though this behavior changes when other dogs are nearby—he can become highly excited and typically takes a long time to calm down after passing another dog. He forms bonds more easily with women, but one of his volunteers is a man, showing that building a connection with him is possible for everyone. A calm approach is key here. He’s wary of people he doesn’t know, and combined with his territorial nature, this will require his owner to carefully introduce him to new people and, for example, to welcome guests thoughtfully. He’s a controlling dog who tends to test boundaries—thus, he needs an owner who can read his signals and respond appropriately. In his kennel, he doesn’t destroy anything. If he accepts his owner, he becomes a wonderful companion. Given his sensitivity and need for close human interaction, Legion requires a home where he’ll be a full-fledged member of the family; he absolutely cannot live in a kennel or outdoor enclosure. Legion is a dog with enormous potential for people willing to devote time and attention to him. We’re looking for a responsible home for him—one that can provide stability and continued opportunities for his development. If you’re patient, consistent, and ready to take on the challenge—Legion could become your best friend. Please take his health condition into account. Legion has a sensitive digestive tract, so he experiences recurrent diarrhea. He’s on calming medication. For Legion, we’re seeking a home that is: —in a quiet neighborhood, —without other animals, as he shows a negative reaction toward dogs and other pets, —without children, since he needs a predictable environment free from extra stimuli, —open to working closely with a behaviorist, —with one or more household members who have experience with dogs requiring work and are prepared for the longer process of building a relationship.

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Legion to piękny i inteligentny owczarek niemiecki długowłosy z rodowodem. Jest psem pewnym siebie, jednocześnie wymagającym odpowiedzialnego i doświadczonego opiekuna. Legion trafił do schroniska ponieważ jego zachowanie i potrzeby przerosły poprzednich właścicieli. W schronisku wykazuje zachowania terytorialne – odstrasza osoby pojawiające się w jego zasięgu wzroku, szczególnie w boksie. Potrzebuje czasu, aby zaufać nowym ludziom – proces zapoznawczy poprzedzający adopcję będzie wymagał czasu, cierpliwości i konsekwencji. Legion jest bardzo bystry i zmotywowany do nauki, zna wiele komend, takich jak: „siad”, „daj łapę”, „leżeć”, „daj głos” czy „zostań”. Uwielbia zabawki i kąpiele w wodzie, co może być świetnym sposobem na budowanie relacji z nim. Jest silny fizycznie, ale zwykle nie wykorzystuje w pełni swojej siły. Na smyczy ciągnie umiarkowanie, co zmienia się w pobliżu innych psów – potrafi się mocno pobudzić i zwykle po mijaniu innego psa długo się uspokaja. Łatwiej nawiązuje relację z kobietami, ale jednym z jego wolontariuszy jest mężczyzna, co pokazuje, że budowanie więzi z nim jest możliwe dla wszystkich. Kluczowe jest tu spokojne podejście. Jest nieufny wobec osób, których nie zna, co w połączeniu z jego terytorialnością będzie wymagało od opiekuna przemyślanego zapoznawania go z nowymi osobami i np. przyjmowania gości. Jest psem kontrolującym i próbującym przesuwać granice – dlatego potrzebuje przewodnika, który będzie potrafił odczytywać jego sygnały i adekwatnie reagować. W boksie nie niszczy. Jeśli zaakceptuje swojego opiekuna, staje się wspaniałym towarzyszem. Z uwagi na swoją wrażliwość i potrzebę bliskiej współpracy z człowiekiem, Legion potrzebuje domu, w którym będzie pełnoprawnym członkiem rodziny, absolutnie nie może zamieszkać w kojcu czy budzie. Legion to pies o ogromnym potencjale dla osób gotowych poświęcić mu czas i uwagę. Szukamy dla niego odpowiedzialnego domu, który zapewni mu stabilność oraz możliwość dalszego rozwoju. Jeśli jesteś osobą cierpliwą, konsekwentną i gotową podjąć wyzwanie – Legion może być Twoim najlepszym przyjacielem. Należy wziąć pod uwagę jego stan zdrowia. Legion ma wrażliwy przewód pokarmowy, więc zdarzają mu się nawracające biegunki. Przyjmuje leki uspokajające. Dla Legiona szukamy domu: – w spokojnej okolicy, – bez innych zwierząt, ponieważ wykazuje negatywny stosunek do psów i innych zwierząt, – bez dzieci, ponieważ potrzebuje przewidywalnego środowiska bez dodatkowych bodźców, – otwartego na współpracę z behawiorystą, – z jednym lub kilkoma domownikami, którzy mają doświadczenie z psami wymagającymi pracy i są gotowi na dłuższy proces budowania relacji

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇵🇱Poznan
Shelter
Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu
Living with Legion
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu · PoznanLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Legion home

What you'll need for Legion 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 Legion

What life with Legion looks like

Legion is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu in Poznan.

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 Poland

Polish shelters maintain established transport routes to Germany, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden. Animals leave sterilized and chipped. Adoption fees are typically lower than in Western Europe (often €50–€150) but adopters cover transport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Legion, answered.

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