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Tom

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 2 years

Tender Soul Treasure & Loyal Companion for a Journey of Trust 🍀 TOM – Gentle Heartbreaker Seeks Patient People for a Protected New Beginning The dear Rüden Tom is waiting for his big chance to finally exchange the shelter world for a loving home. Born in 2023, the handsome fellow is currently around 3 years old and at the best age of a dog. He has left behind the turbulent puppy phase and brings perfect maturity to become a loyal life companion. With a shoulder height of about 45 cm, Tom has the ideal medium size – wonderfully compact and suitable for every situation. He is a beautiful appearance with his dense, warm brown fur, adorned by charming dark nuances and a dark snout. His beautiful, faithful eyes look somewhat questioning and cautious, but at the same time reflect his deep kindness. Characteristically, Tom is an all-round friendly and loving soul. At first glance, he appears somewhat shy and reserved in new situations or with strangers. He is not a go-getter, but a sensitive observer who wants to gain trust first. In dealing with his own kind, Tom is absolutely social and compatible. He gets along great with other dogs, which is why an existing first dog in the new home could be a wonderful support for him. Life in the house and everyday rules are still uncharted territory for the gentle Rüden. He also currently does not yet master walking on a leash. Therefore, we are looking for understanding and patient people who will give Tom the necessary time to settle without pressure and show him step by step how beautiful and safe the world is at the side of humans. A rather quiet environment would certainly make it easier for the sensitive treasure to start his new life. Friendly, somewhat shy, compatible ✓ Would like to live in the countryside - No small children in the household - No urban environment Help Tom find a home - share this with your friends ❤️

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Sanfter Seelenschatz & treuer Gefährte für einen gemeinsamen Weg voller Vertrauen 🍀 TOM – Sanfter Herzensbrecher sucht geduldige Menschen für einen behüteten Neustart Der liebe Rüde Tom wartet auf seine große Chance, die Tierheimwelt endlich gegen ein liebevolles Zuhause einzutauschen. Geboren im Jahr 2023 befindet sich der hübsche Kerl mit seinen aktuell rund 3 Jahren im besten Hundealter. Er hat die stürmische Junghundphase hinter sich gelassen und bringt die perfekte Reife mit, um ein treuer Lebensbegleiter zu werden. Mit einer Schulterhöhe von etwa 45 cm hat Tom die ideale mittlere Größe – wunderbar kompakt und passend für jede Lebenslage. Er ist eine bildschöne Erscheinung mit seinem dichten, warmen braunen Fell, das von charmanten dunklen Nuancen und einer dunklen Schnauze geziert wird. Seine wunderschönen, treuen Augen blicken noch etwas fragend und vorsichtig, spiegeln aber gleichzeitig seine tiefe Gutmütigkeit wider. Charakterlich ist Tom eine durchweg freundliche und liebe Seele. Im ersten Moment zeigt er sich in neuen Situationen oder fremden Menschen gegenüber noch etwas schüchtern und zurückhaltend. Er ist kein Draufgänger, sondern ein sensibler Beobachter, der erst Vertrauen fassen möchte. Im Umgang mit seinen Artgenossen ist Tom absolut sozial und verträglich. Er versteht sich prima mit anderen Hunden, weshalb ein bereits vorhandener Ersthund im neuen Zuhause eine wunderbare Stütze für ihn sein könnte. Das Leben im Haus und die alltäglichen Regeln sind für den sanften Rüden noch Neuland. Auch das Laufen an der Leine beherrscht er aktuell noch nicht. Für Tom suchen wir daher verständnisvolle und geduldige Menschen, die ihm ohne Druck die nötige Zeit zum Ankommen geben und ihm Schritt für Schritt zeigen, wie schön und sicher die Welt an der Seite von uns Menschen ist. Ein eher ruhiges Umfeld würde dem feinfühligen Schatz den Start im neuen Leben sicherlich erleichtern. Freundlich, etwas schüchtern, verträglich ✓ Gerne zu einem weiteren Hund ✓ Möchte ländlich leben - Keine kleinen Kinder im Haushalt - Kein städtisches Umfeld Hilf Tom, ein Zuhause zu finden - teile dies mit deinen Freunden ❤️

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hundsrücker Tierschutz gUG
Living with Tom
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Hundsrücker Tierschutz gUG · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Tom home

What you'll need for Tom in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Tom

What life with Tom looks like

Tom is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hundsrücker Tierschutz gUG in Germany.

An young 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 Tom, answered.

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