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Robert

Male · Adult · 7 years

Robert is a Malinois-Hollandse Herder mix. He was born deaf, which sets certain requirements for his future human. Knowledge about communicating with deaf dogs, experience in handling these dogs, and the willingness to adapt to Robert's special needs are important to us. Robert manages his everyday life very well—he is leash-trained and masters basic commands reliably through hand signals. Encounters with pedestrians, cyclists, and fellow animals usually go smoothly, provided he is handled confidently. Especially in the vicinity of his primary caregiver, he shows great vigilance and would also protect her in an emergency. Robert should not have contact with children, cats, or small animals. For dog encounters, it depends on their affinity. He is generally not incompatible, but often shows selective behavior in interactions with fellow animals. For Robert, we are looking for a confident, dog-experienced individual who is willing to adapt to his special needs and can offer him a structured, low-stress daily routine with clear guidance. Those who give him time and patience will be rewarded with a loyal and sensitive companion who bonds closely with his primary caregiver and can build a strong partnership.

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Robert ist ein Malinois-Hollandse Herder-Mix. Er wurde taub geboren, was bestimmte Anforderungen an seinen zukünftigen Menschen stellt. Wissen über die Kommunikation mit tauben Hunden, Erfahrung im Umgang mit diesen sowie die Bereitschaft, sich auf Roberts Besonderheit einzustellen, sind uns wichtig. Robert meistert seinen Alltag sehr gut - er ist leinenführig und beherrscht die Grundkommandos zuverlässig über Sichtzeichen. Begegnungen mit Fußgängern, Radfahrern und Artgenossen verlaufen in der Regel ruhig, sofern man ihn souverän führt. Besonders in der Nähe seiner Bezugsperson zeigt er sich sehr wachsam und würde diese im Ernstfall auch beschützen. Robert sollte keinen Kontakt zu Kindern, Katzen oder Kleintieren haben. Bei Hundebegegnungen entscheidet die Sympathie. Er ist grundsätzlich nicht unverträglich, zeigt sich aber häufig wählerisch im Kontakt mit Artgenossen. Für Robert suchen wir eine souveräne, hundeerfahrene Einzelperson, die bereit ist, sich auf seine besonderen Bedürfnisse einzulassen und ihm einen strukturierten, reizarmen Alltag mit klarer Führung bieten kann. Wer ihm Zeit und Geduld entgegenbringt, wird mit einem treuen und feinfühligen Begleiter belohnt, der sich eng an seine Bezugsperson bindet und eine starke Partnerschaft aufbauen kann.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Ettlingen
Shelter
Tierheim Ettlingen
Living with Robert
  • House-trained
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Ettlingen · Ettlingen

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Robert home

What you'll need for Robert 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 Robert

What life with Robert looks like

Robert is a large adult dog waiting at Tierheim Ettlingen in Ettlingen.

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 Robert, answered.

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