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Adopt Rocky 2

Staffordshire Bull Terrier · Male · Senior · 9 years

Rocky 2 – Staff-Mix, born on 13.01.2017, arrived with the female dog Ava in May 2023 after a temporary holding. Rocky is stress-sensitive, which can be expressed through increased salivation. Otherwise, he is a friendly dog who generally gets along well with female dogs depending on the individual's personality. He is friendly towards his primary caregiver but does not actively seek direct contact and is not a cuddly dog. For Rocky, we are looking for dog-experienced people who are familiar with handling not-so-easy-going dogs and are willing to work patiently on building trust and orientation. A home with children or other animals is not ideal. If you would like to meet Rocky, please feel free to contact us—we will support you in determining if he is a good fit for your living situation. Interested parties are requested to arrange a meeting at: Rocky 2 – Staff-Mix, born on 13.01.2017, arrived with the female dog Ava in May 2023 after a temporary holding. Rocky is stress-sensitive, which can be expressed through increased salivation. Otherwise, he is a friendly dog who generally gets along well with female dogs depending on the individual's personality. He is friendly towards his primary caregiver but does not actively seek direct contact and is not a cuddly dog. For Rocky, we are looking for dog-experienced people who are familiar with handling not-so-easy-going dogs and are willing to work patiently on building trust and orientation. A home with children or other animals is not ideal. If you would like to meet Rocky, please feel free to contact us—we will support you in determining if he is a good fit for your living situation. Interested parties are requested to arrange a meeting at: our shelter – the animal shelter where Rocky and Ava arrived in May 2023. this breed – the breed of the female dog Ava that arrived with Rocky in May 2023. our area – the location of the animal shelter where Rocky and Ava are currently housed.

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Rocky 2 – Staff-Mix, geboren am 13.01.2017, kam nach einer Sicherstellung im Mai 2023 gemeinsam mit der Hündin Ava zu uns.Rocky ist stressanfällig, was sich bei ihm durch vermehrtes Sabbern äußern kann.Ansonsten zeigt er sich als freundlicher Hund, der je nach Sympathie gut mit Hündinnen zurechtkommt. Zu seiner Bezugsperson ist er freundlich, sucht aber nicht aktiv direkten Kontakt und ist kein Schmusehund.Für Rocky suchen wir hundeerfahrene Menschen, die sich mit nicht einfachen Hunden auskennen und bereit sind, geduldig an Vertrauensaufbau und Orientierung zu arbeiten.Ein Zuhause mit Kindern oder mit anderen Tieren ist eher ungeeignet. Wenn Sie Rocky kennenlernen möchten, melden Sie sich gern – wir unterstützen Sie bei der Prüfung, ob er in Ihre Lebenssituation passtInteressenten werden um Terminvereinbarung gebeten unter:

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Saarbrücken
Shelter
Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken
Living with Rocky 2
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Cared for by Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken · SaarbrückenLearn about Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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Bringing Rocky 2 home

What you'll need for Rocky 2 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
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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
  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 Rocky 2

What life with Rocky 2 looks like

Rocky 2 is a senior staffordshire bull terrier dog waiting at Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken in Saarbrücken.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Rocky 2, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rocky 2?
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 2 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rocky 2 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Rocky 2 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 2 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 2 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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