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Adopt Tarzan

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

The young male dog still shows a great deal of insecurity and fear towards people. He does not allow active handling at the moment and seeks protection in his dog bed when approached. If someone remains calm near him, he allows cautious touches and now timidly takes the first treats out of the hand. Tarzan gets along well with other dogs. He shares his kennel and play area with a mixed group of dogs and shows compatibility there. Life in a household and walking on a leash are still unknown to Tarzan. Experienced people are sought for Tarzan who can give him the necessary time to build trust. An independent only dog for orientation would certainly be helpful. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Der junge Rüde zeigt sich Menschen gegenüber noch sehr unsicher und ängstlich. Er lässt sich derzeit nicht aktiv anfassen und sucht Schutz in seinem Körbchen, wenn man sich ihm nähert. Bleibt man ruhig bei ihm sitzen, erlaubt er vorsichtige Berührungen und nimmt mittlerweile zaghaft die ersten Leckerchen aus der Hand. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sich Tarzan gut. Er teilt sich seine Box und den Auslauf mit einer gemischten Hundegruppe und zeigt sich dort verträglich. Das Leben in einem Haushalt sowie das Laufen an der Leine kennt er noch nicht. Für Tarzan werden erfahrene Menschen gesucht, die ihm die nötige Zeit geben Vertrauen zu fassen. Ein souveräner Ersthund zur Orientierung wäre dabei sicher hilfreich.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Heilbronn
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Heilbronn
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Bringing Tarzan home

What you'll need for Tarzan 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 Tarzan

What life with Tarzan looks like

Tarzan is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Heilbronn in Heilbronn.

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. 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 Tarzan, answered.

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