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Adopt Manfred

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

adoption requirements adoption process Now request this animal! adoption requirements adoption process Now request this dog! What exactly inspired Manfred's namesake, his namesake's namesake, to choose this name, remains her secret. But whoever sees the impressive male dog can't help but think of the cult mammoth "__Manfred" from Ice Age. Not only does his fur color and shaggy structure remind one of the gentle prehistoric giant, but also his imposing height of proud 67 centimeters. If one likes long fur, they are known to not shy away from thorough fur care, and our __Manfred provides the perfect foundation for that! His heavy past is still clearly reflected in his coat, but for true lovers of shaggy and long-haired dogs, that is not a hindrance but a real heart project. With a little patience, brush, and comb, the charming mammoth double will surely become a picture-perfect dream dog. With his estimated 7 years, __Manfred is in the best dog age: he has grown out of the wildest puppy fluff and pubescent age, but still brings plenty of joy for shared adventures. __Manfred was rescued from the Suraia killing shelter and is currently waiting in Fantanele for his big chance. Despite all the hardships that have left their mark on him, he has never lost his faith in humans. On the contrary: __Manfred is through and through friendly, absolutely open, and eagerly seeks human proximity. He loves being stroked over everything. Even on-site, it was almost impossible for the team to take sharp photos of him because he preferred to lick the photographer's face non-stop. __Manfred gets along well with the other dog in his kennel. Whether he is also compatible with cats could not be tested. Since we know nothing about Manfred's past, it is possible that he has never lived in a house before. Basic dog lessons like house training, leash walking, and everyday noises must be learned by him first. Due to his appearance and build, a herding dog or a herdsman's dog could be hiding in __Manfred. This means that he could develop typical setter-like traits like watchfulness once he has settled in. For our gentle giant, we are looking for a dog-experienced home, ideally with a securely fenced garden, that shows him the way to a new life with loving consistency. __Manfred is ready to give his big heart away. He travels neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed, and flea-treated, together with his EU pet passport. Thank you Anika, you have given __Manfred his fitting name and, perhaps for the first time in his life, a personal identity. As of 25.05.

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Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt dieses Tier anfragen! Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt diesen Hund anfragen! Was genau Manfreds Namenspatin zu diesem Namen inspiriert hat, bleibt wohl ihr Geheimnis. Doch wer den stattlichen Rüden sieht, muss unwillkürlich an das Kult-Mammut „Manfred“ aus Ice Age denken. Nicht nur seine Fellfarbe und die zottelige Struktur erinnern an den sanften Urzeit-Riesen, sondern auch seine imposante Größe von stolzen 67 Zentimetern. Wer auf langes Fell steht, schreckt ja bekanntlich auch nicht vor ausgiebiger Fellpflege zurück, und genau dafür bringt unser Manfred die perfekte Grundlage mit! Seine schwere Vergangenheit spiegelt sich aktuell zwar noch unübersehbar in seinem Haarkleid wider, doch für echte Liebhaber von Zottel- und Langhaarhunden ist das ohnehin kein Hindernis, sondern ein echtes Herzensprojekt. Mit etwas Geduld, Bürste und Kamm wird aus dem charmanten Mammut-Double ganz sicher bald ein bildschöner Traumhund. Mit seinen geschätzten 7 Jahren ist Manfred übrigens im besten Hundealter: Dem wildesten Welpenflausen- und Pubertäts-Alter ist er entwachsen, bringt aber noch jede Menge Lebensfreude für gemeinsame Unternehmungen mit. Manfred wurde aus dem Tötungshelter Suraia gerettet und wartet aktuell in Fantanele auf seine große Chance. Trotz all der Entbehrungen, die seine Spuren hinterlassen haben, hat er seinen Glauben an uns Menschen nie verloren. Ganz im Gegenteil: Manfred ist durch und durch freundlich, absolut offen und sucht händeringend die menschliche Nähe. Er liebt es über alles, gestreichelt zu werden. Vor Ort war es für das Team sogar fast unmöglich, scharfe Fotos von ihm zu machen, weil er der Fotografin am liebsten ununterbrochen das Gesicht ablecken wollte. Mit dem anderen Hund in seinem Kennel versteht Manfred sich gut. Ob er auch mit Katzen verträglich ist, konnte nicht getestet werden. Da wir nichts über Manfreds Vergangenheit wissen, ist es gut möglich, dass er das Leben in einem Haus noch überhaupt nicht kennt. Das Hunde-Einmaleins wie Stubenreinheit, Leinenführigkeit und die üblichen Alltagsgeräusche muss er vielleicht erst noch lernen. Aufgrund seiner Optik und Statur könnte in Manfred ein Hirtenhund oder Herdenschutzhund stecken. Das bedeutet, dass er im neuen Zuhause rassetypische Eigenschaften wie Wachsamkeit entwickeln könnte, sobald er sich erst einmal richtig eingelebt hat. Für unseren sanften Riesen suchen wir daher ein hundeerfahrenes Zuhause, idealerweise mit einem sicher eingezäunten Garten, dass ihm mit liebevoller Konsequenz den Weg in ein neues Leben zeigt. Manfred ist bereit, sein großes Herz zu verschenken. Er reist kastriert, gechipt, geimpft, entwurmt und entfloht, zusammen mit seinem EU-Heimtierausweis. Nach positiver Vorkontrolle kann Manfred gegen eine Schutzgebühr vermittelt werden, aber auch eine Pflegestell wäre ein guter Anfang. Vielen Dank Anika, Du hast Manfred seinen passenden Namen geschenkt und damit, vielleicht zum ersten Mal in seinem Leben, eine eigene Identität. Stand: 25.05.2026 Weitere Informationen zum Thema Vorkontrolle und Schutzgebühr

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Ein Herz für Streuner e.V.
Living with Manfred
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
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Bringing Manfred home

What you'll need for Manfred 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 Manfred

What life with Manfred looks like

Manfred is a extra-large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. 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. 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 Manfred, answered.

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