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Ruso

Mixed Breed · Male

Description Our animal welfare workers report: The dear Ruso lived with a hunter in Spain. Often, this is not an easy fate for the dogs. They are merely seen as tools, as means to assist in hunting. Many of these dogs have never lain in a soft dog bed, have rarely experienced friendly treatment. Now, the hunter wanted to get rid of Ruso (and three other dogs) because he “no longer had any use” for the animals. So, fortunately, Ruso came to the animal shelter in Lleida. Fortunately, because many dogs are unfortunately disposed of in other ways… Ruso is a heart on four legs. An absolutely friendly, open dog who longs for people who treat him well. If the caretakers have some time and pet him, he generously shares kisses and can never get enough of the loving attention. For far too long, he had to go without these cuddles. The male dog passed the cat test at the animal shelter; he was not even upset when a cat gave him a slap (even though he was nice). He is naturally excited in contact but was friendly. We can imagine that he could also live in a cat household. In the best case, the cats are dog-savvy. Ruso is an active, young dog who definitely needs appropriate mental stimulation. Varied walks, with exciting explorations in forest and field, would surely please him. He is young and sporty and likes to move. He also uses his nose a lot and would surely enjoy tracking training or mantrailing or something similar. He gets along very well with the other dogs at the refuge. Ruso could also be rehomed as a second dog. He is simply a multi-talented all-rounder 😊But foremost, what he needs is human contact. That is the most important. Where are the active, nature-connected people who love to snuggle on the sofa with their dog after a nice walk? Ruso is waiting for you! Please note:

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Beschreibung Unsere Tierschützer berichten: Der liebe Ruso lebte bei einem Jäger in Spanien. Oft ist dies kein leichtes Schicksal für die Hunde. Sie werden lediglich als Instrument gesehen, als Hilfsmittel bei der Jagd. Viele dieser Hunde haben noch nie in einem weichen Körbchen liegen dürfen, haben selten freundliche Ansprache erlebt. Nun wollte der Jäger Ruso (und 3 weitere Hunde) loswerden, da er „keine Verwendung“ mehr für die Tiere hatte. So kam Ruso – zum Glück – ins Tierheim nach Lleida. Zum Glück, da viel Hunde leider auf andere Art und Weise „entsorgt“ werden… Ruso ist ein Herz auf 4 Pfoten. Ein absolut freundlicher, aufgeschlossener Hund, der sich so sehr sehnt nach liebenswerten Menschen, die es gut mit ihm meinen. Wenn die Pfleger etwas Zeit haben und ihn kraulen, dann verteilt er ganz großzügig Küßchen und kann gar nicht genug bekommen, von der liebevollen Aufmerksamkeit. Viel zu lange musste er diese Streicheleinheiten entbehren.Den Katzentest im Tierheim hat der hübsche Rüde bestanden, er war auch gar nicht entrüstet, als eine Katze ihm eine Ohrfeige gab (obwohl er nett war). Er ist natürlich aufgeregt im Kontakt, aber er war freundlich. Wir können uns vorstellen, dass er also auch in einem Katzenhaushalt leben kann. Im besten Fall sind die Katzen hundeerfahren.Ruso ist ein aktiver, junger Hund, der auf jeden Fall entsprechende Beschäftigung braucht. Abwechslungsreiche Spaziergänge, mit spannenden Erkundungen in Wald und Feld gefallen ihm sicher. Er ist jung und sportlich und bewegt sich gerne. Auch seine Nase setzt er gerne ein, und hätte sicher Freude an Fährtentraining oder Mantrailing oder dergleichen. Mit den anderen Hunden im Refugio versteht er sich sehr gut. Ruso könnte auch als Zweithund vermittelt werden. Er ist eben ein Allround-Talent 😊An erster Stelle steht aber der Menschenkontakt für ihn. Das ist das Wichtigste. Wo sind die aktiven, naturverbundenen Menschen, die es lieben nach einer schönen Gassirunde mit ihrem Hund auf dem Sofa zu kuscheln? Ruso wartet auf euch! Bitte beachten Sie:Die Rückmeldungen der Tierheime spiegeln das aktuelle Verhalten der hier zur

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierischgeholfen e.V.
Cared for by Tierischgeholfen e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Ruso home

What you'll need for Ruso 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 Ruso

What life with Ruso looks like

Ruso is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierischgeholfen e.V. in Germany.

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 Ruso, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ruso?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierischgeholfen e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ruso on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ruso if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierischgeholfen 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Ruso 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 Ruso 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 Tierischgeholfen e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ruso 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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