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Simba

Cane Corso · Male · Adult · 4 years

Simba, a large, sensitive Rüden, was surrendered to our shelter along with his canine friend Zira due to an unexpected, tragic change in family circumstances. The gentle giant usually keeps to the background, finding strangers, especially men, quite intimidating and needing time to build trust. He has grown to adore the dog caregivers, but sometimes panics at his own courage and retreats. Having lived with his family since puppyhood, he is familiar with living with children, enjoys car rides, can be left alone, and knows some commands. He gets along well with other dogs, but has no affinity for cats. He is very well-behaved on a leash, eager to please and under no circumstances to draw negative attention. A large, sensitive Rüden who needs understanding people to guide and reassure him.

DE·Show original

Aufgrund einer unerwarteten, tragischen Veränderung der Familienverhältnisse wurde Simba gemeinsam mit Hundefreundin Zira bei uns im Tierheim abgegeben. Der große, sensible Rüde hält sich meist im Hintergrund, findet fremde Menschen, vor allem Männer, erstmal ziemlich gruselig und braucht Zeit um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Inzwischen freut er sich sehr über die Hundepflegerinnen, erschrickt aber manchmal vor seinem eigenen Mut und nimmt sich lieber zurück. Er lebte seit Welpenalter in seiner Familie, kennt das Zusammenleben mit Kindern, fährt gut im Auto mit, kann alleine bleiben und kennt einige Signale. Mit anderen Hunden ist er gut verträglich, Katzen mag er nicht. Unterwegs ist er super Leinenführig, möchte alles richtig machen und unter keinen Umständen negativ auffallen. Ein großer, sensibler Rüde, der verständnisvolle Menschen braucht, die ihn anleiten und Sicherheit geben können.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Reutlingen
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Reutlingen
Living with Simba
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Reutlingen · ReutlingenLearn about Cane Corso →

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Simba home

What you'll need for Simba 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 Simba

What life with Simba looks like

Simba is a large adult cane corso dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Reutlingen in Reutlingen.

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

Reutlingen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Simba, answered.

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