Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Luka

German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 4 years

As you might recognize from the photos, Luka is quite a big timid soul. The large male dog is unsure and often doesn't know how to behave. At first, we let him be, but now he goes for walks and learns a little bit every day. He will probably never become a relaxed family dog, as he is not made for stressful situations. He needs a quiet home far from the hustle and bustle of the city, preferably alongside a confident second dog. Here, people with a lot of empathy and time are needed. Luka is a great dog – he just doesn't know it yet. If you are interested in adopting Luka, feel free to write us a detailed email.

DE·Show original

Wie man vielleicht auf den Fotos erkennen kann, ist Luka ein ziemlich großer Angsthase. Der große Rüde ist unsicher und weiß oft nicht, wie er sich verhalten soll. Anfangs haben wir ihn in Ruhe gelassen, aber mittlerweile geht er spazieren und lernt jeden Tag ein wenig dazu.Er wird vermutlich nie ein entspannter Familienhund werden, denn für Stressituationen ist er nicht gemacht. Er braucht ein ruhiges Zuhause fernab des Großstadttrubels, am besten an der Seite eines souveränen Zweithundes. Hier sind Menschen mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen und Zeit gefragt. Luka ist ein toller Hund – er weiß es nur noch nicht. Wenn Sie sich für die Adoption von Luka interessieren, schreiben Sie uns gerne eine ausführliche E-Mail.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Bergheim
Shelter
Tierheim Bergheim
Living with Luka
  • Good with kids
Create free account to contact →

Free account — 10 contacts included

Cared for by Tierheim Bergheim · BergheimLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Luka home

What you'll need for Luka in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

    View on Amazon
    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

    View on Amazon
    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

    View on Amazon
    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

    View on Amazon
    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

    View on Amazon
    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

    View on Amazon
    €20–35

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Luka

What life with Luka looks like

Luka is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Bergheim in Bergheim.

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.

Bergheim, Germany browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Luka, answered.

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

More German Shepherd pets

Bayron, male 7yo German Shepherd for adoption at APAD Dénia, Dénia

Bayron

German Shepherd · large

7 yearsMale
Buddy, male 6yo German Shepherd for adoption at APAD Dénia, Dénia

Buddy

German Shepherd · large

6 yearsMale
Shiro, male puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at APAD Dénia, Dénia

Shiro

Mixed Breed · small

1 monthMale

More from Tierheim Bergheim

Similar animals

More German Shepherds looking for a home

Kiko, male 4yo German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Kiko

German Shepherd · large

4 yearsMale
Hajo, male 6yo German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Hajo

German Shepherd · large

6 yearsMale
Kamal, male German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Kamal

German Shepherd · medium

Male
Jon Boy, male senior German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Jon Boy

German Shepherd · large

9 yearsMale
Tango, male senior German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Tango

German Shepherd · large

10 yearsMale
Bianca, female 4yo German Shepherd for adoption at Tierheim Berlin Falkenberg, Berlin

Bianca

German Shepherd · large

4 yearsFemale

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →