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Rocky

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Our Rocky has a big mouth, but there's not much behind it… At first glance in the enclosure, one might think he wouldn't be good with cherries. But getting to know him quickly reveals that his life in the animal shelter is simply too loud and stressful for him. Already on a walk, he shows a much better side: curious, friendly, and energetic. Rocky has simply not learned as much in his three years of life, and it is definitely possible to work through this, but it will require a bit of dog experience. Active dog owners who already have experience can certainly help our Rocky find his right path. We would be thrilled if he could get such a great chance.

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Unser Rocky hat eine große Klappe, es steckt aber nicht so viel dahinter… Sieht man ihm im Zwinger, denkt man zunächst mit ihm wäre nicht gut Kirschenessen. Doch lernt man ihn kennen merkt man schnell, dass ihm das Leben im Tierheim einfach zu viel, zu laut und zu stressig ist. Schon beim Gassigehen zeigt er sich von einer deutlich besseren Seite: neugierig, freundlich und energetisch. Rocky hat in seinem bisherigen Leben einfach noch nicht so viel gelernt und dies mit seinen drei Jahren aufzuarbeiten ist gut möglich, erfordert jedoch ein bischen Hundeerfahrung. Bewegungsfreudige Hundefreunde die schon Erfahrung mitbringen können unseren Rocky sicherlich schnell auf den richtigen Weg bringen. Wir würden uns riesig freuen, wenn er solch eine tolle Chance bekäme. Optimal wäre eine

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Ahlen
Shelter
Tierheim Ahlen
Living with Rocky
  • Neutered
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Rocky home

What you'll need for Rocky 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 Rocky

What life with Rocky looks like

Rocky is a extra-large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Ahlen in Ahlen.

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 Rocky, answered.

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