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Adopt Sky 2

Rhodesian Ridgeback · Male · Senior · 9 years

Sky was abandoned at our animal shelter with only a note in his bag. According to the note, he was originally given away through a classified portal and had problems with an existing child in his new home, which ultimately led to him losing that home after just a few days. After some initial difficulties, Sky has developed well and now walks very well on a leash. He has formed a close bond with his trusted people and enjoys long and thorough walks. He remains a not to be underestimated power package. Sky is generally compatible with other animals, but in individual cases, one should check if the chemistry is right. Due to his unclear past, we do not place Sky in a household with children.

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Sky wurde vor unserem Tierheim ausgesetzt und hatte nur einen Zettel im Gepäck. Laut diesem wurde er ursprünglich über ein Kleinanzeigenportal verschenkt und hatte im neuen Zuhause Probleme mit dem vorhandenen Kind, was letztendlich dazu führte, dass er nach wenigen Tagen auch dieses Zuhause verlor.Nach anfänglichen Schwierigkeiten hat Sky sich gut entwickelt und läuft mittlerweile sehr gut an der Leine. Zu seinen Bezugspersonen baut er eine enge Bindung auf und genießt lange und ausgiebige Spaziergänge. Er bleibt dennoch ein nicht zu unterschätzendes Kraftpaket. Mit Artgenossen ist Sky grundsätzlich verträglich, hier müsste man im Einzelfall schauen, ob die Chemie stimmt.Aufgrund seiner unklaren Vergangenheit, vermitteln wir Sky nicht in einen Haushalt mit Kindern. Bei Interesse an Sky schickt uns gerne eine E-Mail an

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Saarbrücken
Shelter
Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken
Living with Sky 2
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Cared for by Bertha-Bruch-Tierheim Saarbrücken · SaarbrückenLearn about Rhodesian Ridgeback

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Bringing Sky 2 home

What you'll need for Sky 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
    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 Sky 2

What life with Sky 2 looks like

Sky 2 is a senior rhodesian ridgeback 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 Sky 2, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Sky 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 Sky 2 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Sky 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 Sky 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 Sky 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 Sky 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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