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Rocky

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Rocky, born approximately 2021, approximately 55 cm shoulder height, at the shelter since 02/2024 Rocky is a beautiful male. He is still a bit shy, but curious. He came to us, like so many dogs, from the killing. In March, he was still a bundle of blank fear cowering in the corner. Since then, he has developed splendidly and is now even touchable. In a new home, with the necessary patience, he will definitely become a normal dog. It would also be nice to have another dog. He is a curious and friendly male who wants to learn everything about life. We wish him a home with loving people who will teach him the ABC of dogs and show him what a good dog life is. currently still in Romania, may leave if a home is found vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies + basic immunization) chipped; tested with 4D Snaptest (Lyme disease, heartworm, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis) neutered compatible with conspecifics The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the country of destination. Please note the information on this page:

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Rocky, geboren ca. 2021, ca. 55 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit 02/2024 Rocky ist ein wunderschöner Rüde. Er ist noch etwas schüchtern, aber neugierig. Zu uns kam er, wie so viele Hunde, aus der Tötung. Im März war er noch ein in der Ecke kauerndes Bündel blanker Angst. Seitdem hat er sich prächtig entwickelt und ist mittlerweile sogar anfassbar. In einem neuen Zuhause wird er in wenigen Wochen, mit der nötigen Geduld, bestimmt ein ganz normaler Hund, Es darf auch gerne einen weitern Hund geben. Er ist ein neugieriger und freundlicher Rüde, der alles vom Leben noch lernen möchte. Wir wünschen uns für ihn ein Zuhause bei lieben Menschen, die ihm in Ruhe das Hunde ABC beibringen und ihm zeigen, was ein gutes Hundeleben ist. aktuell noch in Rumänien, darf ausreisen, wenn er ein Zuhause gefunden hat geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut+Grundimmunisierung) gechipt; getestet mit 4 D Snaptest (Borreliose, Herzwurm,Ehrlichiose, Anaplasmose) kastriert verträglich mit Artgenossen Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hope for Future e.V.
Living with Rocky
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Hope for Future e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Rocky home

What you'll need for Rocky in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

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.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

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. 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 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 — 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 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 Hope for Future e.V. 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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