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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 11 months

08/2026 Oak, born approx. 12/2025, not neutered, shoulder height approx. 55 cm. In foster care in 31535 Neustadt am Rübenberge. Oak - hiking buddy with cuddle factor Oak is an open, people-oriented male who most enjoys life together with his humans. With a shoulder height of approx. 50–55 cm and about 18 kg, he has a lovely, manageable size, and he is currently waiting in 41749 Viersen for his forever home. Oak is a real good-mood package: active, playful, attentive, and curious. He loves spending time outdoors, enjoying the sun, and being right in the middle of things. At the same time, he is a true cuddle expert: if it were up to Oak, petting sessions could go on for a long time. He is also motivated and attentive when it comes to learning. He already knows several important commands such as "Sit," "No," "Come here," "Stop," and "Lie down," and he walks very well on the leash outdoors. He is also house-trained. Oak handles car rides without any problems and relaxes in the back of the car. Oak has a particular fondness for tasty treats. As a little licker, he is always up for a good treat. Despite his many wonderful qualities, there are still some things Oak needs support and time with. Large dogs, especially light-colored ones, can unsettle him. From an appropriate distance this is no problem for him, but his future environment should take this into account. Being left alone is still difficult for him at the moment and must be built up patiently. In addition, Oak needs an unusually large amount of calm to truly relax and sleep. He often seems to be "on high alert" and still needs to learn to settle down sufficiently. For this reason, a calm daily routine, fixed structures, and enough retreat options are especially important for him. We are looking for active people for Oak who enjoy being outdoors and having fun doing things together with him. A securely fenced garden would be wonderful, for sunbathing, relaxing, and, of course, the occasional zoomies. Oak would like to be close to his humans and is therefore looking for people who enjoy cuddle sessions just as much as he does. Basically, Oak has no direct problems with children. However, a household with small children is often lively, loud, and full of movement. Since Oak currently needs a lot of support to find calm, we believe that a permanent environment with a lot of childlike commotion would be rather stressful for him. We therefore preferably wish for a home without small children. Older, already sensible children who can respect his need for rest would in principle be conceivable after a personal meeting. We currently see Oak best as a single dog or together with a small, self-assured dog. Large dogs, especially light-colored ones, can unsettle him and should therefore not live in his new home. For Oak, we wish for people who appreciate his lovable, active, and affectionate nature and who are at the same time willing to patiently support him through his remaining insecurities. Whoever gives him security, calm, and loving guidance will gain a loyal companion with a huge heart. ✖️ currently not yet neutered ✔️ vaccinated ✔️ microchipped ✔️ with EU pet passport The

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08/2026 Oak, geboren ca. 12/2025, unkastriert, Schulterhöhe ca. 55 cm Auf Pflegestelle in 31535 Neustadt am Rübenberge Oak - Wanderkumpel mit Kuschelfaktor Oak ist ein aufgeschlossener, menschenbezogener Rüde, der das Leben am liebsten gemeinsam mit seinen Menschen genießt. Mit seinen ca. 50–55 cm Schulterhöhe und rund 18 kg bringt er eine schöne, handliche Größe mit und wartet aktuell in 41749 Viersen auf sein Für-immer-Zuhause. Oak ist ein richtiges Gute-Laune-Paket: aktiv, verspielt, aufmerksam und neugierig. Am liebsten verbringt er seine Zeit draußen, genießt die Sonne und ist gerne mittendrin im Geschehen. Gleichzeitig ist er ein echter Kuschelexperte – wenn es nach Oak geht, dürfen Streicheleinheiten gerne ausgiebig ausfallen. Auch beim Lernen zeigt er sich motiviert und aufmerksam. Er kennt bereits einige wichtige Kommandos wie „Sitz“, „Nein“, „Bei mir“, „Stopp“ und „Hinlegen“ und läuft draußen ganz hervorragend an der Leine. Stubenrein ist er ebenfalls. Autofahren klappt bei Oak problemlos, im Kofferraum fährt er entspannt mit. Eine besondere Vorliebe hat Oak für leckere Belohnungen – als kleine Schleckerschnute ist er für ein gutes Leckerchen natürlich jederzeit zu begeistern. Trotz seiner vielen tollen Eigenschaften gibt es noch einige Dinge, bei denen Oak Unterstützung und Zeit benötigt. Große, insbesondere helle Hunde können ihn verunsichern. Aus entsprechender Distanz ist das für ihn kein Problem, dennoch sollte sein zukünftiges Umfeld dies berücksichtigen. Auch das Alleinebleiben fällt ihm momentan noch schwer und muss geduldig weiter aufgebaut werden. Außerdem braucht Oak ungewöhnlich viel Ruhe, um wirklich abschalten und schlafen zu können. Er steht gefühlt schnell dauerhaft „unter Strom“ und muss noch lernen, ausreichend zur Ruhe zu kommen. Deshalb sind ein ruhiger Tagesablauf, feste Strukturen und ausreichend Rückzugsmöglichkeiten für ihn besonders wichtig. Für Oak suchen wir aktive Menschen, die gerne draußen unterwegs sind und Freude daran haben, gemeinsam mit ihm etwas zu unternehmen. Ein sicher eingezäunter Garten wäre wunderbar – zum Sonnen, Entspannen und natürlich auch für die ein oder andere Flitzrunde. Oak möchte seinen Menschen gerne nahe sein und sucht deshalb Menschen, die ebenso viel Freude an gemeinsamen Kuscheleinheiten haben wie er. Grundsätzlich hat Oak keine direkten Probleme mit Kindern. Allerdings ist ein Haushalt mit kleinen Kindern häufig lebendig, laut und voller Bewegung. Da Oak aktuell ohnehin viel Unterstützung benötigt, um zur Ruhe zu finden, denken wir, dass ein dauerhaftes Umfeld mit viel kindlichem Trubel für ihn eher belastend wäre. Wir wünschen uns deshalb vorzugsweise ein Zuhause ohne kleine Kinder. Größere, bereits verständige Kinder, die seinen Ruhebedarf respektieren können, wären nach einem persönlichen Kennenlernen grundsätzlich denkbar. Oak sehen wir aktuell am liebsten als Einzelhund oder gemeinsam mit einem kleinen, souveränen Hund. Große, insbesondere helle Hunde können ihn verunsichern und sollten daher nicht im neuen Zuhause leben. Für Oak wünschen wir uns Menschen, die seine liebenswerte, aktive und verschmuste Art zu schätzen wissen und gleichzeitig bereit sind, ihn bei seinen noch bestehenden Unsicherheiten geduldig zu begleiten. Wer ihm Sicherheit, Ruhe und liebevolle Führung gibt, bekommt einen treuen Begleiter mit ganz viel Herz. ✖️ derzeit noch nicht kastriert ✔️ geimpft ✔️ gechippt ✔️ mit EU-Heimtierausweis Die

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 11 months
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hope for Future e.V.
Living with Oak
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Hope for Future e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Oak home

What you'll need for Oak 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 Oak

What life with Oak looks like

Oak is a medium-sized puppy mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Oak, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Oak?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hope for Future e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Oak on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Oak if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hope for Future 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Oak 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 Oak 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 Hope for Future e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Oak 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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