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Nelson

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

male Kangal, 80cm, tested positive Born 19.06.2022 Surrendered neutered [x] yes / [] no Nelson lives with us together with Goofy. They would both love to move into a new home together! Nelson came to us as a found dog and was surrendered to our animal shelter nine days later when his owner finally got in touch. He is most likely a litter brother to our other Kangal, Samson. He is a young, open, very high-energy herding dog who shows typical herding behavior, being very present and confident in his interactions, but is fundamentally very gentle and friendly. We experience Nelson as particularly nice, friendly, unassuming, but fully aware of his strength and size, and sometimes stubborn. We wish Nelson a suitable home and an appropriate environment so that he can continue to develop well and maintain his calm, friendly nature. As a herding dog, it must always be considered that Nelson is vigilant, brings clear protective behavior towards his surroundings, and tends to rely on himself, his own decisions, and be in front. His home should be able to manage this and channel his disposition into constructive paths. Although Nelson is vigilant, he is also pleasantly friendly with new things and strangers. He has a clear prey drive towards small dogs, cats, rabbits, etc., which must be considered. With other dogs on his level, Nelson shows good compatibility, especially with his roommate Goofy, with whom he has a close friendship. We hope for a shared walk, Nelson shows a willingness to move, likes to set the pace and direction, so he needs firm guidance and a safe, calm environment. We wish him a herding dog-appropriate life, ideally with dog company (Goofy), plenty of open space at home and on the farm, a protected retreat area, safe, loving care, and people who are willing to meet his needs and dispositions and take him seriously. As a Kangal, Nelson is tested positive in Hesse (and Hamburg, but not in any other federal states) for the wesenstest. We believe that with some support through constructive training, he will be able to pass this test. ________________________ (As of 23.10.2024) (Click images to view in full size!) The description only reflects how the animal is currently behaving in the animal shelter. It is possible that the animal will behave differently in your new home! Tags:.

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männlich Kangal, 80cm wesenstestpflichtig Geboren 19.06.2022 Abgabetier Kastriert ja / [] nein Im Tierheim seit 13.04.2024 ________________________ Nelson wohnt bei uns mit Goofy zusammen. Sie würden so gerne gemeinsam in ein neues Zuhause ziehen! Nelson kam als Fundhund zu uns und wurde neun Tage später, als sein Besitzer sich dann endlich meldete, unserem Tierheim übereignet. Er ist mit höchster Wahrscheinlichkeit ein Wurfbruder unseres anderen Kangals, Samson. Er ist ein junger, aufgeschlossener, sehr hochbeiniger Herdenschutzhund, der sich rassetypisch sehr präsent und selbstbewusst im Umgang zeigt, aber grundsätzlich sehr gutmütig und umgänglich ist. Wir erleben Nelson vor allem nett, kumpelhaft, unbedarft, aber sich seiner Kraft und Größe durchaus bewusst und mitunter dickköpfig. Wir wünschen dem hübschen Kerl passende Menschen und ein artgerechtes Zuhause, damit er sich weiterhin gut entwickelt und seine unaufgeregte, nette Art behält und darin gefördert wird. Als Herdenschutzhund sollte nie außer Acht gelassen werden, dass Nelson wachsam ist, ein klares Schutzverhalten gegenüber seinem Umfeld mitbringt und dazu tendiert, sich vor alle, auf sich selbst und seine eigenen Entscheidungen verlassen zu wollen. Sein Zuhause sollte dies managen können und seine Veranlagung in konstruktive Bahnen lenken. Nelson ist bisher aber zwar wachsam, aber angenehm freundlich mit Neuem und mit fremden Menschen. Er hat klaren Jagdtrieb gegenüber kleinen Hunden, Katzen, Kaninchen usw., was berücksichtigt werden muss. Mit anderen Hunden auf Augenhöhe zeigt Nelson sich gut verträglich, besonders gut mit seinem Mitbewohner Goofy, mit dem ihn eine enge Freundschaft verbindet. Wir visieren nach Möglichkeit eine gemeinsame Nelson zeigt sich an der Leine bewegungsfreudig, gibt gerne Tempo und Richtung vor, braucht also standhafte Anleitung und einen sicheren, ruhigen Umgang. Wir wünschen ihm ein Herdenschutzhund-gerechtes Leben, idealerweise gemeinsam mit Hundegesellschaft (Goofy), mit vielen Freiräumen an Haus und Hof, einem geschützten Rückzugsbereich, sicherer, liebevoller Versorgung und Menschen, die sich auf seine Bedürfnisse und Veranlagungen einstellen möchten und können und ihn darin ernst nehmen. Als Kangal ist Nelson in Hessen (und Hamburg, aber sonst keinen weiteren Bundesländern) wesenstestpflichtig. Wir glauben, dass er – mit etwas Unterstützung durch konstruktives Training – diesen Test gut bestehen wird. ________________________ (Stand 23.10.2024) (Bilder anklicken um sie in voller Größe zu sehen!) Die Beschreibung gibt nur wieder, wie sich das Tier zurzeit im Tierheim verhält. Es kann gut sein, dass sich das Tier im neuen Zuhause durch Sie und Ihre Erziehung anders gibt! Zurück zur Übersicht Tags: Große Hunde, Hunde 2-6 Jahre, Zweithunde

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Marburg
Shelter
Tierheim Marburg
Living with Nelson
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierheim Marburg · MarburgLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Nelson home

What you'll need for Nelson in week one.

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    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
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    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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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About Nelson

What life with Nelson looks like

Nelson is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Marburg in Marburg.

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. 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 Nelson, answered.

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