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Merlin

Kangal · Male · Senior · 12 years

Gender: male dog, neutered Since we have had him: 9.8.2022 Features: Epileptic, requires medication, no children, dog-experienced people. A quiet, relaxed home with regular routine Character: independent, likes his people, enjoys cuddling when he wants to, quiet, sleeps a lot. Merlin is one of our longest companions at the animal shelter and is eagerly waiting for his dream home. He needs a quiet environment where he can lead a comfortable dog life despite his illness. Please only apply if you are experienced dog owners who do not have high expectations of your four-legged companion.

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Geschlecht: Rüde, Kastriert Bei uns seit: 9.8.2022 Merkmale: Epileptiker, benötigt Medikamente, keine Kinder, Hundeerfahrene Menschen. Ruhiges, entspanntes Zuhause mit regelmässiger Routine Charakter: eigenständig, mag seine Menschen, mag kuscheln, wenn er es möchte, ruhig, schläft viel. Merlin ist einer unserer längsten Wegbegleiter im Tierheim und wartet sehnsüchtig auf sein Traumzuhause. Er braucht ein ruhiges Umfeld, um dort trotz seiner Krankheit ein angenehmes Hundeleben zu führen. Bitte nur erfahrene Hundehalter, die keine hohen Ansprüche an ihren vierbeinigen Begleiter haben.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Eutin
Shelter
Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V.
Living with Merlin
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V. · EutinLearn about Kangal

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Merlin home

What you'll need for Merlin 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 Merlin

What life with Merlin looks like

Merlin is a senior kangal dog waiting at Tierschutz Eutin und Umgebung e.V. in Eutin.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Merlin, answered.

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