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German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 7 years

MAUI came to us from poor husbandry. He had little orientation in his previous home, insufficient stimulation, and a lot of stress—therefore, he never learned how to regulate himself in difficult moments or make good decisions. Despite his history, MAUI is a very affectionate and well-socialized dog who forms a strong bond with his primary caregiver. When he feels safe, he seeks a lot of physical contact and enjoys being close. MAUI is attentive, intelligent, and eager to learn. A calm and clear leadership style helps him reduce stress and handle situations more calmly. Currently, he is still somewhat unsettled by other dogs, which we are working on constantly. He always wears a muzzle with us and can jump over high fences. For MAUI, we wish to find a quiet, loving home with dog experience, ideally with breed knowledge or the willingness to really understand his needs. No cats or children should live in the home.

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Maui kam aus schlechter Haltung zu uns. Er hatte in seinem früheren Zuhause kaum Orientierung, zu wenig Auslastung und viel Stress – weshalb er nie lernen durfte, wie man sich in schwierigen Momenten reguliert und gute Entscheidungen trifft. Trotz seiner Geschichte ist Maui ein sehr zugewandter und verschmuster Hund, der sich stark an seine Bezugsperson bindet. Fühlt er sich sicher, sucht er viel Körperkontakt und genießt Nähe sehr. Maui ist aufmerksam, intelligent und lernfreudig. Eine ruhige und klare Führung hilft ihm, Stress abzubauen und Situationen gelassener zu meistern. Von anderen Hunden lässt er sich aktuell noch aus der Ruhe bringen, woran wir mit ihm konstant arbeiten.Zur Sicherheit trägt er bei uns immer einen Maulkorb. Außerdem kann er über hohe Zäune springen. Für Maui wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges, liebevolles Zuhause mit Hundeerfahrung, idealerweise Rassekenntnissen oder der Bereitschaft, sich wirklich mit seinen Bedürfnissen auseinanderzusetzen. Katzen oder Kinder dürfen nicht im Zuhause leben.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Radolfzell
Living with MAUI
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing MAUI home

What you'll need for MAUI 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 MAUI

What life with MAUI looks like

MAUI is a adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Radolfzell in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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 MAUI, answered.

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