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Moon

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

In the shelter since: April 2026 Estimated age: born around April 2024 Estimated shoulder height: approx. 70–79 cm Weight: over 45 kg Meet Moon in this video! In the shelter since: April 2026 Estimated age: born around April 2024 Estimated shoulder height: approx. 70–79 cm Weight: over 45 kg Meet Moon in this video! Moon is just waiting for you! Moon lived together with his two brothers on the premises of a company, where the dogs had been kept in a kennel since they were puppies. Some employees regularly cared for and fed the dogs. Since the dogs could no longer stay there, there was a risk that they would be picked up by the dogcatcher. The people who had been taking care of them so far wanted to help but had no way to take the dogs in themselves. For more information about how the dogs come to the shelter and answers to general questions, check out our animal welfare FAQ. Moon has only limited experience of life outside his previous environment. He meets people he knows well in a friendly and open manner. He lets the animal caregivers pet him and seeks brief contact. After a while, Moon allows himself to be petted again and actively asks for it. If you stop petting him, he’ll give you his paw. Towards strangers, he initially shows restraint and mistrust. We suspect that Moon has some herding protection dog (HSH) in him. Please find out here about the requirements for adopting a herding protection dog. HSH mixes are often very independent and need a confident leader. Additionally, Moon requires hypoallergenic food. We’re looking for a quiet, experienced home in the countryside for Moon, where he can settle down and become part of a family. We’d like people for this furry friend who are aware that rescue dogs have a certain history behind them. At the shelter, we can never predict how a dog will react to life in Germany. That’s why we’re looking for people who bring patience, perseverance, and kindness. But one thing is certain: Whoever adopts instead of buying not only gives an animal a second chance, but also actively chooses to stand against animal suffering—and to live alongside a truly special companion. Already smitten? Send us a self-disclosure form! Adoption If you’re considering adoption, first read through our adoption process. All dogs are vaccinated, chipped, dewormed, flea-treated, and neutered before being sent out (with the exception of puppies under 6 months old and very senior dogs). Dogs older than one year are also tested for Mediterranean diseases. If you still have questions, feel free to send a message to our adoption team.

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Im Tierheim seit: April 2026 Geschätztes Alter: geb. ca. April 2024 Geschätzte Schulterhöhe: ca. 70 – 79 cm Gewicht: schwerer als 45 kg Lerne hier Moon direkt im Video kennen! Im Tierheim seit: April 2026 Geschätztes Alter: geb. ca. April 2024 Geschätzte Schulterhöhe: ca. 70 – 79 cm Gewicht: schwerer als 45 kg Lerne hier Moon direkt im Video kennen! Moon wartet nur auf dich! Moon lebte gemeinsam mit seinen beiden Brüdern auf dem Gelände einer Firma, wo die Hunde seit ihrer Welpenzeit in einem Zwinger untergebracht waren. Einige Mitarbeiter kümmerten sich regelmäßig um die Hunde und versorgten sie. Da die Hunde dort nicht länger bleiben konnten, bestand die Gefahr, dass sie durch den Hundefänger abgeholt werden. Die Personen, die sich bisher um sie gekümmert hatten, wollten ihnen helfen, hatten jedoch keine Möglichkeit, die Hunde selbst aufzunehmen. Mehr Informationen darüber, wie die Hunde ins Tierheim kommen und Antworten auf generelle Fragen findest du in unserem Tierschutz-FAQ . Moon kennt das Leben außerhalb seines bisherigen Umfelds nur eingeschränkt. Menschen, die ihm vertraut sind, begegnet er freundlich und aufgeschlossen. Er lässt sich von den Tierpfleger:innen streicheln und sucht kurzzeitigen Kontakt. Nach einiger Zeit lässt Moon sich wieder streicheln und fordert das Streicheln aktiv ein. Wenn man aufhört, ihn zu streicheln, gibt er die Pfote. Fremden gegenüber zeigt er sich zunächst zurückhaltend und misstrauisch. Wir vermuten, dass in Moon ein Herdenschutzhund (HSH) steckt. Bitte informiere dich hier über die Anforderungen bei Adoption eines Herdenschutzhundes. HSH-Mixe sind oft sehr selbstständig und brauchen eine souveräne Führung. Zusätzlich benötigt Moon hypoallergenes Futter. Für Moon wünschen wir ein ruhiges und erfahrenes Zuhause auf dem Land, in dem er zur Ruhe kommen und Teil einer Familie werden darf. Wir wünschen uns für diese Fellnase Menschen, denen bewusst ist, dass Tierschutzhunde eine gewisse Geschichte mitbringen. Wir können im Tierheim nie vorhersagen, wie ein Hund auf das Leben in Deutschland reagieren wird. Deswegen suchen wir Menschen, die Geduld, Durchhaltevermögen und Wohlwollen mitbringen. Aber eines ist sicher: Wer adoptiert statt kauft , schenkt nicht nur einem Tier eine zweite Chance, sondern entscheidet sich aktiv gegen Tierleid – und für ein Leben mit einem ganz besonderen Gefährten an der Seite. Schon verliebt? Schick uns eine Selbstauskunft! Adoption Wenn du über eine Adoption nachdenkst, lies dir zunächst den Vermittlungsablauf durch. Alle Hunde werden vor der Ausreise geimpft, gechipt, entwurmt, entfloht und kastriert (Ausnahme sind Welpen bis 6 Monate und sehr alte Hunde). Hunde, die älter als 1 Jahr sind, werden zudem auf Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet. Wenn du noch Fragen hast, schreibe unserem Vermittlungsteam gern eine Nachricht.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Duisburg
Shelter
Hunderettung Europa e.V.
Living with Moon
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Hunderettung Europa e.V. · DuisburgLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Moon home

What you'll need for Moon 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 Moon

What life with Moon looks like

Moon is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hunderettung Europa e.V. in Duisburg.

An young 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 Moon, answered.

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