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Ludwig

Rottweiler · Male · Adult · 5 years

Our Ludwig is a friendly and cuddly Rottweiler male who thoroughly enjoys being close to his people. Once he’s built up trust, he becomes affectionate, highly people-oriented, and delights in both shared activities and long, cozy snuggle sessions. In his previous life, Ludwig hasn’t had much opportunity to experience much yet. Nevertheless, he approaches new situations with curiosity and proves to be an eager-to-learn companion here with us. He already masters the basic commands and loves working together with his humans. Ludwig meets strangers in a friendly and open manner. Even on walks, he remains pleasantly calm: cyclists, joggers, pedestrians, or horses don’t faze him at all. On leash, Ludwig already walks beautifully in quiet environments and orients himself well to his human. We’ll continue practicing and reinforcing this skill in situations with more distractions. When encountering other dogs, Ludwig still needs a bit of support. Sometimes he fixates strongly on other dogs and then eagerly seeks targeted contact. However, with clear, fair, and confident leadership, he responds well to guidance and is increasingly learning to rely on his human even in such situations. For Ludwig, we’re looking for people who are willing to show him the world with patience, understanding, and loving consistency. Whoever provides him with the necessary orientation and security will gain an intelligent, loyal, and deeply people-oriented companion who forms a close bond with his trusted humans and happily shares life’s journey together. Photos: Nina Herr Photography

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Unser Ludwig beim Gassi - Video Unser Ludwig beim Schmusen - Video Unser Ludwig ist ein freundlicher und verschmuster Rottweilerrüde, der die Nähe seiner Menschen sehr genießt. Hat er erst einmal Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt er sich anhänglich, menschenbezogen und freut sich sowohl über gemeinsame Unternehmungen als auch über ausgiebige Kuscheleinheiten. In seinem bisherigen Leben durfte Ludwig noch nicht allzu viel kennenlernen. Dennoch begegnet er neuen Situationen neugierig und zeigt sich bei uns als lernfreudiger Begleiter. Die ersten Grundkommandos beherrscht er bereits und arbeitet gerne mit seinen Menschen zusammen. Fremden Menschen begegnet Ludwig freundlich und offen. Auch auf Spaziergängen präsentiert er sich angenehm gelassen: Fahrradfahrer, Jogger, Spaziergänger oder Pferde bringen ihn nicht aus der Ruhe. An der Leine läuft Ludwig in ruhiger Umgebung bereits sehr schön mit und orientiert sich gut an seinem Menschen. In Situationen mit mehr Ablenkung wird dies weiterhin geübt und gefestigt. Bei Hundebegegnungen benötigt Ludwig noch etwas Unterstützung. Teilweise fixiert er andere Hunde stark und möchte anschließend gerne gezielt Kontakt aufnehmen. Mit einer klaren, fairen und souveränen Führung lässt er sich jedoch gut anleiten und lernt zunehmend, sich auch in solchen Situationen an seinem Menschen zu orientieren. Für Ludwig wünschen wir uns Menschen, die ihm mit Geduld, Verständnis und liebevoller Konsequenz die Welt zeigen möchten. Wer ihm die nötige Orientierung und Sicherheit gibt, gewinnt einen intelligenten, treuen und sehr menschenbezogenen Begleiter, der eine enge Bindung zu seinen Bezugspersonen aufbaut und gerne gemeinsam durchs Leben geht. Fotos: Jessica Böcker Fotografie

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Kreistierheim Böblingen
Living with Ludwig
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Kreistierheim Böblingen · GermanyLearn about Rottweiler

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Ludwig home

What you'll need for Ludwig 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 Ludwig

What life with Ludwig looks like

Ludwig is a large adult rottweiler dog waiting at Kreistierheim Böblingen 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. 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 Ludwig, answered.

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