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Spero

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

♂, born ca. 4/2019 - calm - balancedSpero, born ca. 4/2019, is a Shar Pei male dog with a shoulder height of ca. 54 cm. We took in Spero out of great need, as his last day at the killing shelter was already sealed. He was now allowed to move to a foster home in Germany and shows his friendly affection towards people, enjoying their attention and affection. Spero is a calm and balanced character. He has the typical calm Molosser temperament. Additionally, he has a humorous and playful nature and is generally an independent dog. Since Spero seems unfamiliar with many typical German city situations, consistent and strong leadership is necessary. He needs people who can give him security and guidance. If this is not the case, he makes his own decisions. Spero initially had difficulties with environmental stimuli and processing them. Thanks to diligent practice at the foster home, he can now handle them much better and is relaxed in the garden and yard without being overwhelmed by the environment. Spero is a eager-to-learn dog. He is house-trained. The leash training is currently being practiced at Spero's foster home. Activities like sniffing games and nose work bring him particular joy and offer good opportunities for bonding. Whether a game of fetch on the field or a snuffle mat... Spero is enthusiastic and persistent. He has quickly learned and mastered basic commands like sit, stay, lie down, shake, etc. House doors should always be secured, as he can open them! At his foster home, independent stay practice is also being worked on, and Spero currently manages 30 minutes with prior stimulation. Since Spero emotionally bonds very strongly with his trusted people, training should be done with great patience and sufficient time. When discussing boundaries, he sometimes tries to test them but ultimately accepts them. The Shar Pei is a watch and hunting dog. Spero's biggest challenge is to work on his pronounced prey drive, which is being addressed with the help of a dog trainer. Outside of his own property, a muzzle must be worn, which Spero is also accustomed to. Spero should only be kept as an individual prince, as he is insecure in the company of fellow animals. A securely enclosed and escape-proof property would be advantageous to allow Spero to be let loose. Overall, Spero is a wonderful dog soul looking for people with dog experience who want to train him and give him the time he needs. A dog trainer who is currently supporting the training of Spero at his foster home would be happy to provide advice. Spero does not get along with cats at all! Cats and other small animals like hamsters, rabbits, etc., should not live in his future home. Children should also not be in the household. Unfortunately, Spero has health issues. He receives permanent medication for Shar Pei-type skin problems and consequently has frequently inflamed paws and interdigital spaces. Spero is already neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and tested negative for Mediterranean diseases. He is in a foster home in 34134 Kassel. The adoption fee for Spero is 460 Euro. Would you like to give Spero a home? Then please contact us using the following contact form. ©2022 by Ein Freund fürs Leben e.V. Created with Wix.

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♂, geb. ca. 4/2019ruhig - ausgeglichenin 34134 Kassel Spero ist ein ca. 4/2019 geborener Shar Pei-Rüde mit einer Schulterhöhe von ca. 54 cm. Wir übernahmen Spero aus großer Not, denn in der Tötungsstation war sein letzter Tag schon besiegelt. Er durfte mittlerweile auf eine Pflegestelle nach Deutschland ziehen und zeigt dort seine freundliche Zuneigung zu Menschen, genießt deren Zuwendung und Aufmerksamkeit. Spero ist ein ruhiger und ausgeglichener Charakter. Er hat das typische ruheausstrahlende Molossertemperament. Außerdem hat er eine humorvolle und lustige Art und ist generell ein eigenständiger Hund. Da Spero viele typische deutsche Stadt-Situationen nicht zu kennen scheint, ist eine konsequente, starke Führung notwendig. Er braucht Menschen, die ihm Sicherheit und Führung geben. Ist dies nicht der Fall, trifft er eigene Entscheidungen. Spero hatte anfangs Schwierigkeiten mit Umweltreizen und damit, diese zu verarbeiten. Dank fleißigem Üben der Pflegestelle kann er dies nun viel besser und ist in Garten und Hof entspannt, ohne dass ihn die Umwelt überfordert. Spero ist ein lernfreudiger Hund. Er ist stubenrein. Die Leinenführigkeit übt Spero derzeit in seiner Pflegestelle. Auslastungen wie Schnüffelspiele und Nasenarbeit bereiten ihm besonders viel Spaß und bieten gute Möglichkeiten zur Bindungsarbeit. Ob Suchspiel auf der Wiese oder Schnüffelteppich.... Spero ist mit Freude und Ausdauer dabei. Die Grundkommandos wie Sitz, Platz, Bleib, Pfötchen etc. hat er schnell erlernt und beherrscht sie. Haustüren sollten immer gesichert werden, denn er kann sie öffnen! In seiner Pflegestelle wird derzeit auch das Alleinebleiben geübt, 30 Minuten schafft Spero aktuell mit vorheriger Auslastung. Da Spero sich emotional sehr an seine Bezugspersonen bindet, sollte mit viel Geduld und genügend Zeitraum trainiert werden. Bei Diskussionen über Grenzsetzung probiert er sich immer mal wieder aus, aber akzeptiert sie. Der Shar Pei ist ein Wach- und Jagdhund. Speros größte Herausforderung ist sein ausgeprägtes Beutefangverhalten in den Griff zu bekommen, woran mithilfe eines Hundetrainers bereits gearbeitet wird. Außerhalb des eigenen Grundstücks ist ein Maulkorb zu tragen, den Spero auch gewöhnt ist. Spero sollte nur als Einzelprinz gehalten werden, da er im Umgang mit Artgenossen zu unsicher ist. Ein sicher eingezäuntes und ausbruchsicheres Grundstück wäre von großem Vorteil, um Spero auch Freilauf zu ermöglichen. Insgesamt ist Spero eine tolle Hundeseele, der seine Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung sucht, die mit ihm trainieren wollen und ihm die Zeit geben, die er benötigt. Gerne steht ein Hundetrainer, der auch derzeit das Training von Spero auf seiner Pflegestelle begleitet, zur Beratung zur Seite. Spero kommt überhaupt nicht mit Katzen klar! Katzen und andere Kleintiere wie Hamster, Kaninchen o.ä. dürfen also nicht in seinem zukünftigen Zuhause leben. Auch Kinder sollten nicht im Haushalt sein. Leider hat Spero Gesundheitsprobleme. Er bekommt dauerhaft Medikamente wegen Shar Pei-typischer Hautprobleme und daraus resultierend hat er immer wieder stark entzündete Pfoten und Zehenzwischenräume. Spero ist bereits kastriert, geimpft, gechippt und negativ auf Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet worden. Er befindet sich in einer Pflegestelle in 34134 Kassel. Die Schutzgebühr für Spero beträgt 460 Euro. Sie möchten Spero ein Zuhause geben? Dann melden Sie sich bitte über unser nachfolgendes Kontaktformular. ©2022 von Ein Freund fürs Leben e.V.. Erstellt mit Wix.com

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Ein Freund fürs Leben e.V.
Living with Spero
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Spero home

What you'll need for Spero in week one.

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    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    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 Spero

What life with Spero looks like

Spero is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Ein Freund fürs Leben e.V. in Berlin.

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 Spero, answered.

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