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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

Mo is a mixed-breed male dog born in 2020 who is in search of a suitable home. At first, he shows insecurity and mistrust towards unfamiliar people, so he is only rehomed with experienced handlers. It is important that his new trusted people have good knowledge of dog handling and are able to read his body language safely. In situations where Mo feels pressured, he may use his teeth. Therefore, responsible and forward-thinking handling is particularly important. However, once he has developed trust, he becomes clingy and cuddly – even then, his boundaries should always be respected. Mo walks very well on a leash and consistently masters basic commands. When meeting other dogs, his preference is based on their sympathy: he can walk together with some dogs without problems, while others are less to his liking. A muzzle is recommended for Mo – both during walks and in situations like vet visits or when he needs to be closely examined, as he can quickly adapt to wearing it.

Read original (de)

Mo ist ein im Jahr 2020 geborener Mischlingsrüde, der auf der Suche nach einem passenden Zuhause ist. Anfangs zeigt er sich fremden Menschen gegenüber unsicher und misstrauisch, weshalb er ausschließlich in erfahrene Hände vermittelt wird. Es ist wichtig, dass seine neuen Bezugspersonen über gute Kenntnisse im Umgang mit Hunden verfügen und in der Lage sind, seine Körpersprache sicher zu lesen.In Situationen, in denen Mo sich bedrängt fühlt, kann es vorkommen, dass er seine Zähne einsetzt. Daher ist ein verantwortungsbewusster und vorausschauender Umgang besonders wichtig. Hat er jedoch Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt er sich anhänglich und verschmust – dennoch sollten auch dann seine Grenzen stets respektiert werden.Mo läuft sehr gut an der Leine und beherrscht die Grundkommandos zuverlässig. Bei Begegnungen mit anderen Hunden entscheidet die Sympathie: Mit manchen Hunden geht er problemlos gemeinsam spazieren, andere findet er weniger sympathisch .Das Tragen eines Maulkorbs wird bei Mo empfohlen – sowohl beim Spaziergang als auch in Situationen wie Tierarztbesuchen oder wenn man ihn näher untersuchen muss, da er hier schnell umschalten kann.Für Mo wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges, kinderloses Zuhause ohne weitere Tiere, in dem man ihm mit Geduld, Verständnis und klarer Führung begegnet

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Saarbrücken
Shelter
Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken
Living with Mo
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Mo home

What you'll need for Mo 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 Mo

What life with Mo looks like

Mo is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken in Saarbrücken.

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 Mo, answered.

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