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Luther

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Imagine having once had a home, a fixed place by a person’s side, only to have to exchange it for a cage among 600 fellow sufferers. This is the fate of Luther, a seven-year-old mixed-breed male dog, who waits at the giant animal shelter Odai in Romania for his turn to be lucky again. Despite the overwhelming noise and the cramped space in the shelter, Luther has preserved his gentle and balanced character. As he has already lived with people, he knows how wonderful shared moments are and enjoys every second of attention given to him in the stressful shelter life. Luther is a dog for connoisseurs and people who are looking for a well-established companion. If you are searching for a partner for relaxed walks, you will find him, as he masters the putting on of leash and harness with complete sovereignty and patience. He is at the perfect age to start anew and proves daily that he is not yet old. His clever head wants to be occupied, and since Luther is very receptive to tasty rewards, it is clear to him that the shared training brings joy. He learns quickly and simply wants to please his counterpart. Also in social interaction, Luther shows his best side. He gets along well with other dogs and is always polite and unobtrusive in handling. He is not a dog who pushes to the front, but one who impresses through his quiet presence and deep loyalty. Luther now waits to finally leave the bars of Odai behind and pack his bags for a trip to a permanent dog bed, where he can again be the loyal companion he heartily wishes to be. © 2006-2024 by animal welfare association Europa e.V.

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Stellen Sie sich vor, man hätte einmal ein Zuhause gehabt, einen festen Platz an der Seite eines Menschen, nur um diesen gegen einen Zwinger unter 600 Leidensgenossen eintauschen zu müssen. Das ist das Schicksal von Luther, einem siebenjährigen Mischlingsrüden, der im riesigen Tierheim Odai in Rumänien darauf wartet, dass sich das Blatt für ihn noch einmal wendet. Trotz der überwältigenden Geräuschkulisse und der Enge im Shelter hat Luther sich seinen sanftmütigen und ausgeglichenen Charakter bewahrt. Da er bereits bei Menschen gelebt hat, weiß er genau, wie schön gemeinsame Stunden sind, und genießt jede Sekunde an Aufmerksamkeit, die man ihm in dem stressigen Tierheimalltag schenken kann. Luther ist ein Hund für Genießer und Menschen, die einen bereits gefestigten Begleiter suchen. Wer einen Partner für entspannte Spaziergänge sucht, wird in ihm fündig, denn das Anlegen von Leine und Geschirr meistert er völlig souverän und geduldig. Er ist im besten Alter, um noch einmal voll durchzustarten, und beweist täglich, dass er keineswegs zum alten Eisen gehört. Sein kluger Kopf will beschäftigt werden, und da Luther sehr empfänglich für leckere Belohnungen ist, macht ihm das gemeinsame Training sichtlich Freude. Er lernt schnell und möchte seinem Gegenüber einfach nur gefallen. Auch im sozialen Miteinander zeigt sich Luther von seiner besten Seite. Er versteht sich gut mit anderen Hunden und ist im Umgang stets höflich und unaufdringlich. Er ist kein Hund, der sich in den Vordergrund drängt, sondern einer, der durch seine stille Präsenz und seine tiefe Treue besticht. Luther wartet nun darauf, die Gitterstäbe von Odai endlich hinter sich zu lassen und seine Koffer für eine Reise in ein dauerhaftes Körbchen zu packen, wo er wieder der loyale Gefährte sein darf, der er von Herzen gerne ist. © 2006-2026 by Tierschutzverein Europa e.V. - All rights reserved

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Luther
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Europa · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Luther home

What you'll need for Luther 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.

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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 Luther

What life with Luther looks like

Luther is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

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.

München, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Luther, answered.

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