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Lupo

German Shepherd · Unknown · Senior · 12 years

Lupo originally came to the animal shelter as a stray dog, so his background is unknown. In such cases, we always need a bit of time to be able to describe our new residents' personalities. The agile DSH mix was born around 2014 and is very active and athletic but also tends to get hectic. It seems that during his formative phase, Lupo was only exposed to a limited range of environmental stimuli; cars and tractors in the forest, people with walking sticks, or even fluttering kites initially threw him completely off balance. Nowadays, he usually takes such encounters in stride, but his new owner should still remain attentive and keep everything in view. Lupo was briefly rehomed for a short period, but it turned out in everyday life that he was not willing to accept limitations from every family member. If someone he does not accept tries to impose restrictions, he will create threatening space for himself. Therefore, Lupo is suitable only for a 1- to 2-person household, and there should be no children, despite how he often presents himself like a sweet, silly lamb at the fence. He is quite receptive to cuddles, which also help initiate the essential quiet periods he needs. Lupo requires time and patient, consistent owners to continue accepting the leadership role of humans.

DE·Show original

Lupo kam ursprünglich als Fundhund ins Tierheim, seine Vorgeschichte ist daher nicht bekannt. In solchen Fällen brauchen wir immer ein bißchen Zeit unsere neuen Bewohner charakterlich beschreiben zu können. Der agile DSH-Mix wurde ca. 2014 geboren, ist ein sehr aktiver und sportlicher, leider aber auch zur Hektik neigender Hund. Lupo scheint in der Prägephase nur mit wenig Umweltreizen konfrontiert worden zu sein, Autos und Traktoren im Wald, Menschen mit Gehstöcken oder auch flatternde Flugdrachen, brachten in anfangs vollkommen aus dem Konzept. Inzwischen er solche Begegnungen in der Regel einfach zur Kenntnis, ein neuer Besitzer darf dabei aber trotzdem nicht “träumen” und sollte alles im Blick haben. Lupo war zwischenzeitlich über einen kurzen Zeitraum vermittelt, im Alltag stellte sich allerdings heraus, dass er nicht dazu bereit war, sich von jedem Familienmitglied einschränken zu lassen. Versucht es eine von ihm nicht akzeptierte Person, schafft er sich drohend Freiraum. Deshalb ist Lupo ausschließlich für einen 1 bis 2 Personen Haushalt geeignet, Kinder sollten natürlich keine vorhanden sein, auch wenn er sich am Gitter immer wieder wie ein treudoofes Lämmchen präsentiert. Er ist durchaus empfänglich für Schmuseeinheiten, die ihm auch die dringend notwendigen Ruhephasen einläuten. Lupo braucht Zeit und geduldige, konsequente Halter, damit er weiterhin die Führungsrolle des Menschen akzeptieren kann.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Baden-Baden
Shelter
Tierheim Baden-Baden
Living with Lupo
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Baden-Baden · Baden-BadenLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Lupo home

What you'll need for Lupo 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 Lupo

What life with Lupo looks like

Lupo is a senior german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Lupo, answered.

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