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German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 5 years

Ben is typically an active, bouncy male dog. Despite his energetic nature, he shows good leash manners and has already developed a certain level of basic obedience. There is certainly still a lot of potential for improvement, but German Shepherds are known to be eager learners and grateful for mental stimulation and meaningful enrichment. Our animal caretakers always find Ben to be friendly and people-oriented, though sometimes a bit distant. It should be noted, however, that he is a watchful male dog who might defend his home against intruders, as he did with his previous owners when the mailman arrived. It would be wise to consider a household with little visitor traffic or one that is willing to work on this issue with him. It is certainly advisable to take Ben to dog training classes, perhaps even to a club that offers meaningful activities. One can clearly see that Ben has been largely occupied with ball and stick throwing in the past. He shows tendencies of being a ball junkie and unfortunately sometimes plays with stones as an alternative. Ben needs urgent mental stimulation, which he would certainly appreciate. His compatibility with other animals will likely be more with relaxed female dogs. In the past, there was also a bite incident with another dog at his previous owners. However, we believe that Ben will be compatible with female dogs when properly introduced, as this largely depends on his counterpart. We would like to find Ben a home without children, preferably in a house with a yard where he can move freely. Due to past incidents, Ben is required by the local authorities to wear a muzzle and be on a leash. Therefore, a securely fenced yard with family access would be an absolute blessing for Ben. If you are interested in one of our dogs, please contact us preferably by email. Describe to us how the dog will live with you and send us a phone number. An animal caretaker will then contact you. Animal descriptions are based on observations at the animal shelter or information from third parties and do not represent guaranteed characteristics.

Read original (de)

Ben ist rassetypisch ein aktiver, hibbeliger Rüde. Trotz seines Tatendranges zeigt er aber eine gute Leinenführigkeit und hat auch schon einen gewissen Grundgehorsam. Sicherlich ist hier noch ziemlich viel Luft nach oben, aber Schäferhunde sind ja bekanntlich lernwillige Tiere und dankbar für Beschäftigung und sinnvolle Förderung. Unseren Tierpflegern gegenüber zeigt sich Ben stets freundlich und menschenbezogen, wenn auch manchmal etwas distanzlos. Man sollte aber beachten, dass er ein wachsamer Rüde ist, der unter Umständen auch sein Zuhause gegen Eindringlinge verteidigen würde, so geschehen bei seinen Vorbesitzern, als der Postbote kam. Sinnvoll wäre daher ein Haushalt ohne viel Besucherverkehr bzw. mit dem Willen, an dieser Thematik mit ihm zu arbeiten. Generell ist es sicherlich anzuraten, mit Ben in eine Hundeschule zu gehen, vielleicht auch in einen Verein, wo sinnvolle Beschäftigungsmöglichkeiten angeboten werden. Man erkennt bei Ben deutlich, dass er bisher leider viel mit Ball- und Stöckchenwerfen beschäftigt wurde. Er zeigt Tendenzen eines Balljunkies, spielt alternativ leider auch manchmal mit Steinen. Ben benötigt dringend sinnvolle Beschäftigung, die er sicher dankbar annehmen wird. Seine Verträglichkeit mit Artgenossen wird sich vermutlich eher auf entspannte Hündinnen beschränken. In der Vergangenheit gab es bei den Vorbesitzern auch schon einen Beißvorfall mit einem anderen Hund. Wir denken aber, dass Ben bei sinnvoller Zusammenführung nicht unverträglich mindestens mit Hündinnen ist. Sicherlich kommt das auch maßgeblich auf sein Gegenüber an. Wir wünschen uns für Ben ein Zuhause ohne Kinder, gerne in einem Haus mit Grundstück, wo er sich frei bewegen kann. Aufgrund der Vorfälle in seiner Vergangenheit wurde Ben vom Ordnungsamt eine Maulkorb- und Leinenpflicht auferlegt. Daher wäre ein sicher eingezäuntes Grundstück mit Familienanschluss für Ben ein absoluter Glücksfall. Wenn Sie Interesse an einem unserer Hunde haben, kontaktieren Sie uns bevorzugt per E-Mail. Schildern Sie uns in der Mail, wie der Hund bei Ihnen leben wird und senden Sie uns eine Telefonnummer zu. Es wird sich dann ein*e TierpflegerIn bei Ihnen melden. Tierbeschreibungen basieren auf Beobachtungen im Tierheim oder auf Informationen Dritter und stellen keine zugesicherten Eigenschaften dar.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Leipzig
Shelter
Tierheim Leipzig
Living with Ben
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Ben home

What you'll need for Ben 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 Ben

What life with Ben looks like

Ben is a large adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Leipzig in Leipzig.

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.

Note from the shelter: Requires muzzle and leash mandate due to past incidents. Needs secure fenced property and ongoing training.

🇩🇪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 Ben, answered.

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