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Kangal · Unknown

Max came to the animal shelter as a found animal. The young male dog is friendly with people he knows and considers part of his group. With strangers, he initially behaves in line with his breed. Kangals are not just oversized Labradors; they are flock guardians! They need a purpose and have a strong-willed nature. We have the impression that not much work was done with Max in his previous home. He is well aware of his size and weight but can also walk nicely beside you at times. His willingness to work currently depends a lot on his personal "daily form," so we still need to take very small steps... Building trust, impulse control, and muzzle training are the first small tasks. There is a long road ahead for both him and his human. Max is a great guy, but he is not a beginner's dog.

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Max kam als Fundtier ins Tierheim. Der junge Rüde ist freundlich zu den Menschen, die er kennt und seines Erachtens “dazu” gehören. Bei Fremdpersonen ist er anfangs vorrangig seiner Rasse entsprechend. Kangals sind keine zu groß geratenen Labradore, sondern Herdenschützer! Sie brauchen eine Aufgabe und haben einen eigenwilligen Kopf. Wir haben den Eindruck, das mit Max im vorherigen Zuhause leider nicht viel gearbeitet wurde. Er ist sich seiner Größe und Masse durchaus bewusst, kann aber hin und wieder auch schon anständig neben einem her gehen. Sein Arbeitswille ist derzeit noch sehr von seiner persönlichen “Tagesform” abhängig, deshalb müssen wir noch sehr kleine Brötchen backen… Vertrauensaufbau, Impulskontrolle und Maulkorbtraining, sind die ersten kleinen Arbeitsschritte. Ein langer Weg liegt noch vor ihm und dem Menschen. Max ist ein toller Kerl, aber kein Anfängerhund.

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🇩🇪Baden-Baden
Shelter
Tierheim Baden-Baden
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Cared for by Tierheim Baden-Baden · Baden-BadenLearn about Kangal

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Max home

What you'll need for Max in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
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    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Max

What life with Max looks like

Max is a adult kangal cat waiting at Tierheim Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇩🇪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 Max, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Max?
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 Max on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Max 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 Max already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats 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 Max 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 Max 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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