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Maurizio

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Age: 13.04.2022 Breed: Mixed breed Sex: Male Neutered: Yes Origin: Sardinia Location: 52372 Kreuzau Shoulder height: 62 cm Weight: 32 kg Vaccinated: Yes Microchipped: Yes Mediterranean check: Negative Diseases: None known Males: Yes Females: Yes Cats: Not known Children: Yes, from 16 years old Maurizio, a friendly male dog aged 3½, is blamelessly sitting in the animal shelter. At the shelter he has stood out for his friendliness and his good tolerance of other dogs. Maurizio would gladly trade the dreary shelter routine for a loving home with mental and physical stimulation. A nice first dog in his new home would be welcome, and he would gladly spend his dog's life together with him. Update from 08.05.2026 Maurizio has by now settled in well at his foster placement in Moers. He gets along well with the male dog living there, but he does not necessarily need him as a companion. Maurizio could also live well as a single dog in a low-stimulation environment with a garden, without small children, but with patient people. Since Maurizio has spent most of his life (3 years) in the shelter, he is insecure and in some situations anxious, but never aggressive. He needs some time to get to know everything, so we are looking for people with a great deal of patience and love. A garden is a requirement, as there is surely a bit of livestock guardian dog in him. He thaws out more and more each day and enjoys human affection. Car travel causes him no problems. Do you have the time and love for this beautiful male dog? He will surely thank you with love after an adjustment period. Update from 22.05.2026 Update from 17.08.2026 Update from 12.09.2026 Mauro, as we now call him, is a bit shorter. Because of the change (due to the vacation of his first foster home, which is also allowed to happen sometimes), he has now stayed with us. He became ill, did not eat, and had lost 5 kg. For him, every change is a small end of the world. He has settled into the pack quite well. He watches a lot of what Finley does. They often lie together in the garden. Sometimes, when he is in a good mood, he races with Viamma over the hill and around it. He now also goes for a walk every day. He likes to cuddle with his foster owner and bounce back and forth a little. Everything that sounds so simple is already something wonderful for him. Anyone interested in Mauro should know that he is considerably older than thought: 8 years, possibly even older. A dog should already be in the new home. A move to the new home must begin slowly with several visits. Just be brave and come visit him. Who would like to give this friendly male dog a safe home for the future? If you can offer a foster place for Maurizio, or better yet a loving home, we would be glad to hear from you. Please also read our information on the

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Alter: 13.04.2022 Rasse: Mischling Geschlecht: Rüde Kastriert: Ja Herkunft: Sardinien Aufenthalt: 52372 Kreuzau Schulterhöhe: 62 cm Gewicht: 32 kg Geimpft: Ja Gechipt: Ja Mittelmeercheck: Negativ Krankheiten: Keine bekannt Rüden: Ja Hündinnen: Ja Katzen: Nicht bekannt Kinder: Ja, ab 16 Jahre Maurizio, eine freundlicher Rüde von 3 ½ Jahren, sitzt unverschuldet im Tierheim. Im Tierheims ist er aufgrund seiner Freundlich- und seiner Verträglichkeit mit anderen Hunden aufgefallen. Gern würde Maurizio ein liebevolles Zuhause, mit geistiger und körperlicher Auslastung, mit dem tristen Tierheimalltag tauschen. Gern dürfte ein netter Ersthund im neuen Zuhause sein und mit ihm zusammen sein Hundeleben verbringen. Aktualisierung vom 08.05.2026 Maurizio ist inzwischen gut auf seiner Pflegestelle in Moers abgekommen. Mit dem dort lebenden Rüden versteht er sich gut, braucht ihn aber nicht unbedingt als Partner. Maurizio könnte auch gut als Einzelhund in einer reizarmen Umgebung mit Garten, ohne kleine Kinder, dafür geduldigen Menschen leben. Da Maurizio bislang die meiste Zeit seines Lebens (3 Jahre) im Tierheim verbracht hat, ist er unsicher und in manchen Situationen ängstlich, aber nie aggresiv. Er braucht noch einige Zeit um alles kennenzulernen, daher suchen wir Menschen mit viel Geduld und Liebe. Garten wäre Bedingung, da sicherlich ein Teil Herdenschutzhund in ihm steckt. Er taut von Tag zu Tag mehr auf und genießt die menschliche Zuwendung. Autofahren bereitet ihm keine Probleme. Haben Sie Zeit und Liebe für diesen schönen Rüden, er wird es sicherlich nach einer Eingewöhnungsphase mit Liebe danken. Aktualisierung vom 22.05.2026 Aktualisierung vom 17.08.2026 Aktualisierung vom 12.09.2026 Mauro, so rufen wir ihn jetzt, ist ein bisschen kürzer. Da er durch den Wechsel (wegen Urlaub der 1. Pflegestelle, darf ja auch mal sein) ist er jetzt nun bei uns geblieben. Er wurde krank, fraß nicht, hatte 5 kg abgenommen. Für ihn ist jede Änderung ein kleiner Weltuntergang. Ins Rudel hat er sich ganz gut eingelebt. Er schaut sich vieles ab was Finley macht. Oft liegen sie gemeinsam im Garten. Manchmal, wenn er gut drauf ist saust er mit Viamma über den Hügel und drum herum. Täglich geht er jetzt auch mit spazieren. Er mag gerne mit Pflegeherrchen schmusen und ein bisschen hin und her zu hüpfen. Alles was sich so einfach anhört ist für ihn schon was ganz tolles. Wer Interesse an Mauro hat sollte wissen er ist wesentlich älter als gedacht 8 Jahre vielleicht auch älter. Ein Hund sollte schon im neuen Zuhause sein. Ein Umzug ins neue Zuhause muss mit mehreren Besuchen langsam beginnen. Nur Mut und ihn besuchen kommen. Wer möchte diesem freundlichen Rüden für die Zukunft ein sicheres Zuhause geben? Wenn Sie für Maurizio eine Pflegestelle bieten können oder besser noch ein liebevolles Zuhause, freuen wir uns über Ihre Kontaktaufnahme. Bitte lesen Sie auch unsere Informationen zur

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Kerpen
Shelter
NiemandsHunde
Living with Maurizio
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by NiemandsHunde · KerpenLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Maurizio home

What you'll need for Maurizio 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 Maurizio

What life with Maurizio looks like

Maurizio is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at NiemandsHunde in Kerpen.

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.

Kerpen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Maurizio, answered.

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