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Tucky

German Shepherd · Male · Adult · 5 years

Tucky is uncertain; he masters basic commands; he is affectionate; on a leash; has a strong hunting instinct; Tucky needs some time to build trust. With his caregivers, he shows himself to be attached, affectionate and very person-oriented. He knows the basic commands, but these are still expandable. With loving guidance, he is a great dog. He would like to hunt cats, with other dogs he has shown interest so far at a distance of several meters. Since he needs full attention and weighs nearly 55 kg, we see him more as a single dog. Tucky enjoys belly bathing in water very much. Swimming; mental work; social: single dog

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Unsicher; Beherrscht Grundkommandos; Verschmust; Leinenführig; Jagdtrieb ausgeprägt; Tucky braucht etwas Zeit, um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Mit seinen Bezugspersonen zeigt er sich anhänglich, verschmust und sehr personenbezogen. Grundkommandos kennt er, diese sind allerdings noch ausbaufähig. Bei liebevoller Führung ist er ein toller Hund. Katzen möchte er gerne jagen, bei anderen Hunden zeigt er sich mit einigen Metern Abstand bisher intressiert. Da er volle Aufmerksam benötigt und knapp 55 kg mit bringt, sehen wir ihn eher als Einzelhund. Tucky genießt Bauchbaden im Wasser sehr. Schwimmen; Kopfarbeit; Gesellschaftsfähig: Einzelhund;

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Mannheim
Shelter
Tierheim Mannheim
Living with Tucky
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✕Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierheim Mannheim · MannheimLearn about German Shepherd →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Tucky home

What you'll need for Tucky 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 Tucky

What life with Tucky looks like

Tucky is a adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Mannheim in Mannheim.

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.

Mannheim, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Tucky, answered.

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