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Rocky 1

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Rocky was originally brought home as a puppy from a holiday in Spain and lived with the people who brought him until he was three years old. At the age of three, he was handed over to us because the family was overwhelmed. Rocky is a dog who is primarily insecure and has little experience of the world. He tends to be startled and approaches things cautiously, but he is interested in new things. The herding dog mix absolutely needs safe and clear leadership in order to be a happy dog. In many situations, Rocky is a friendly and open dog, as long as he is not pressured. Building trust plays an important role for Rocky. Once trust is there, he enjoys being petted and cuddling, or even gives kisses. However, it should be noted that he can move forward quite decisively when he feels it is necessary. In a home environment, he gradually unpacks his little suitcase and then clearly begins to test boundaries. With us, he has been accustomed to a muzzle and wears it regularly so that uncertain situations can be kept under control. He still needs practice on the lead; he sometimes barks at and lunges toward other dogs when they come too close. However, he can be distracted by his handler and is then responsive to recall. He generally passes unfamiliar people calmly. Rocky walks well on the lead and is a teachable dog; he enjoys being able to work with people and is also a clever little fellow. For Rocky, we are looking for people who have dog experience and who do not have children living in the household. He needs active people who can provide him with physical exercise and also mentally challenge him.

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Rocky wurde ursprünglich als Welpe aus dem Spanienurlaub mitgebracht und lebte bis zum Alter von drei Jahren bei den Menschen, die ihn mitgebracht haben. Im Alter von drei Jahren wurde er aus Überforderung bei uns abgegeben.Rocky ist ein Hund, der in erster Linie unsicher ist und nur wenig kennt. Er verhält sich schreckhaft und geht nur vorsichtig, aber interessiert an Neues heran. Der Hütehundmischling braucht zwingend eine sichere und klare Führung, um ein glücklicher Hund zu sein. In vielen Situationen ist Rocky ein freundlicher und offener Hund, insofern er nicht bedrängt wird. Für Rocky spielt der Vertrauensaufbau eine wichtige Rolle. Wenn Vertrauen da ist, lässt sich Rocky auch streicheln und schmust gerne oder gibt sogar Küsschen. Trotzdem ist zu beachten, dass er ordentlich nach vorne gehen kann, wenn er es für notwendig erachtet. Im häuslichen Umfeld zeigt sich, dass er nach und nach sein Köfferchen auspackt und dann auch deutlich Grenzen austestet. Er ist bei uns an den Maulkorb gewöhnt worden und trägt diesen auch regelmäßig, um unsichere Situationen kontrollieren zu können. An der Leine hat er noch Nachholbedarf, es kommt vor, dass er andere Hunde anpöbelt, wenn ihm diese zu nah kommen. Er lässt sich aber vom Leinenführer stören und ist dann auch abrufbar. An fremden Menschen geht er grundsätzlich entspannt vorbei. Rocky ist leinenführig und ein gelehriger Hund, er freut sich, mitarbeiten zu können und ist auch ein cleveres Kerlchen. Für Rocky suchen wir Menschen, die zwingend Hundeerfahrung haben und bei denen keine Kinder im Haushalt leben. Er sucht aktive Personen, die ihm einerseits Auslastung in körperlicher Form geben und ihn andererseits auch geistig auslasten.

Size
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Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Saarbrücken
Shelter
Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken
Living with Rocky 1
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken · SaarbrückenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Rocky 1 home

What you'll need for Rocky 1 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
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    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
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Rocky 1

What life with Rocky 1 looks like

Rocky 1 is an 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Saarbrücken, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rocky 1, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rocky 1?
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 Rocky 1 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rocky 1 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Rocky 1 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 Rocky 1 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 Rocky 1 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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