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Adopt Tommi

Male · Adult · 4 years

Tommi originally came to us as a foster dog at the animal shelter. His previous owner had to go to the hospital due to a serious illness – no one could have guessed that this would be a permanent farewell. Four weeks after Tommi's arrival, his owner passed away. For the sensitive dog, this marked the beginning of a difficult time filled with grief and uncertainty. Since then, Tommi has suffered greatly under his situation at the animal shelter. Many days he refused to eat and constantly emitted whining sounds, showing his deep emotional distress. Tommi is an exceptionally affectionate, friendly, and sensitive dog who desperately needs human closeness and security. Unfortunately, Tommi has a disability in both hind legs, which limits his mobility. Therefore, long walks are not possible. We urgently seek a permanent and loving home for Tommi with experienced friends of herding dogs who understand his special needs and can do him justice. Ideally, his future humans can be a bit older and have sufficient free time to shower Tommi with affection. An enclosed garden or yard is a prerequisite, as well as an apartment on the ground floor to make Tommi's daily life as pleasant as possible. Life in the animal shelter is not an option for Tommi. He is a pampered family dog who needs intensive care and a quiet environment to regain trust and find joy in life. If you can offer Tommi a home where he can experience love and security, we look forward to your contact. Help this special dog to recover and be happy.

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Tommi kam ursprünglich als Pflegehund zu uns ins Tierheim. Sein bisheriges Frauchen musste aufgrund einer schweren Erkrankung ins Krankenhaus – niemand ahnte damals, dass dies der Abschied für immer sein würde. Vier Wochen nach Tommis Aufnahme verstarb seine Besitzerin. Für den sensiblen Hund begann eine schwierige Zeit voller Trauer und Verunsicherung. Seitdem leidet Tommi sehr unter seiner Situation im Tierheim. Viele Tage verweigerte er das Fressen und gab ständig winselnde Lautäußerungen von sich, die seine tiefe seelische Belastung zeigen. Tommi ist ein ausgesprochen anhänglicher, freundlicher und feinfühliger Hund, der menschliche Nähe und Geborgenheit dringend braucht. Leider hat Tommi eine Behinderung an beiden Hinterbeinen, die seine Bewegungsfähigkeit einschränkt. Große Spaziergänge sind daher nicht möglich. Für Tommi suchen wir dringend ein dauerhaftes und liebevolles Zuhause bei erfahrenen Freunden von Herdenschutzhunden, die seine besonderen Bedürfnisse verstehen und ihm gerecht werden können. Gerne dürfen seine zukünftigen Menschen bereits etwas älter sein und über ausreichend freie Zeit verfügen, um Tommi viel Zuwendung zu schenken. Ein eingezäunter Garten oder Hof ist Voraussetzung, ebenso sollte die Wohnung ebenerdig gelegen sein, um Tommi den Alltag so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. Ein Leben im Tierheim ist für Tommi keine Option. Er ist ein verwöhnter Familienhund, der intensive Betreuung und ein ruhiges Umfeld benötigt, um wieder Vertrauen fassen und Freude am Leben finden zu können. Wenn Sie Tommi ein Zuhause bieten können, in dem er Liebe und Sicherheit erfährt, freuen wir uns sehr über Ihre Kontaktaufnahme. Helfen Sie diesem besonderen Hund, wieder anzukommen und glücklich zu sein.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Ludwigsburg
Shelter
Tierheim Ludwigsburg
Living with Tommi
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierheim Ludwigsburg · Ludwigsburg

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Tommi home

What you'll need for Tommi 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 Tommi

What life with Tommi looks like

Tommi is a large adult dog waiting at Tierheim Ludwigsburg in Ludwigsburg.

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 Tommi, answered.

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