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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 14 years

The little Tutu exudes boundless joy for life. His past life as a Spanish street dog is behind him. Somewhere along the way, he must have had a home, because at his foster home in Germany, he proves every day anew: I know how to use a vacuum cleaner! Kitchen gadgets? No problem for me! Fear? What is that? Tutu’s foster home describes him as a roundly life-affirming charmer, always ready for new experiences, confident, and friendly. This little bundle of energy also shows a strong willingness to learn and is very active. Currently, he is going through a recall training, where he is already showing good results. He easily accompanies his people for several kilometers on walks and hikes, already runs moderately on a bike, and is currently training mantrailing and tracking. All of this despite his health challenges. His leishmaniasis could be well managed with medication, but due to a food allergy, Tutu is now on a diet, meaning he gets a balanced diet of fresh meat and minerals. Sometimes the little man suffers from itching, which can be due to medication or allergies. His purine-free, healthy diet, which he gets at the foster home, will be beneficial to his health. But everything takes time, doesn’t it, Tutu? For all the effort, Tutu thanks his people with much love and great trust. Tutu particularly likes the male members among us two-leggeds, which does not mean that the ladies wouldn’t have a chance to win the little Tutu heart. Also, encounters with his four-legged fellow animals pose no problem for Tutu. He prefers interactions at eye level or slightly below. Larger dogs are okay, as long as they don’t bark. In the new home, however, Tutu would like to be a solo prince. He would like to have his new people all to himself. A second dog is not excluded. The approach should be sensitive and possibly supported by a dog trainer. We wish for Tutu a more quiet, structured home, preferably in a rural setting. Children should be over 14 years old and guided by their parents. It could be that Tutu gets overexcited quickly and is hard to calm down otherwise. In general, his new people should ensure that he does not overexert himself, always taking breaks, because his anemic predisposition can lead to quick exhaustion with high speed. Tutu can already be left alone for up to four hours without problems. He is absolutely house-trained and has already learned a lot at his foster home. For Tutu, a large, well-secured garden in the new home would be a dream. Breed-wise, he has a pronounced prey drive and cannot yet be off the leash. Recall training, concentration exercises, and general impulse control exercises will bring out what Tutu really is: A dog on the lookout for his heart’s desire. Looking for a forever home where he can arrive in peace, where he will be forgiven the occasional misdeed with a wink, and where loving consistency will pave the way to a relaxed coexistence. Tutu’s matchmaker looks forward to your call or email. She will respond as soon as possible and will be by your side until a possible adoption. May your heart’s desire for Tutu soon be fulfilled, little Tutu. Good luck! © 2006-2024 by animal welfare association Europa e.V.

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Der kleine Tutu sprüht vor Lebensfreude. Sein altes Leben als spanischer Straßenhund hat er hinter sich gelassen. Irgendwann scheint er mal ein Zuhause gehabt zu haben, denn auf seiner Pflegestelle in Deutschland beweist er jeden Tag aufs Neue: Staubsauger? Kenne ich! Küchengeräte? Machen mir gar nichts aus! Angst? Was ist das?Tutus Pflegestelle beschreibt ihn als rundum lebensoffenen Charmeur, immer bereit für neue Erfahrungen, selbstbewusst und freundlich. Darüber hinaus zeigt sich dieses kleine Energiebündel sehr lernwillig und bewegungsfreudig. Derzeit durchläuft er ein Rückruftraining, wobei sich schon gute Erfolge zeigen. Mühelos begleitet er seine Menschen über mehrere Kilometer auf Spaziergängen und Wanderungen, läuft bereits moderat am Fahrrad, trainiert derzeit Mantrailing und Fährtenarbeit.Dies alles trotz seiner gesundheitlichen Baustellen. Seine Leishmanioseerkrankung konnte zwar medikamentös gut eingestellt werden, doch wegen einer Futterallergie wird Tutu jetzt gebarft, d.h. er bekommt eine ausgewogene Kost aus Frischfleisch und Mineralien. Manchmal leidet der kleine Mann unter Juckreiz. Das kann medikamentös, aber auch allergisch bedingt sein. Seine purinarme, gesunde Ernährung, die er jetzt auf der Pflegestelle bekommt, wird seiner Gesundheit zuträglich sein. Aber alles braucht eben seine Zeit, nicht wahr Tutu?Für alle Mühe bedankt sich Tutu bei seinen Menschen mit viel Liebe und großem Vertrauen. Tutu mag ganz besonderes die männlichen Vertreter unter uns Zweibeinern, das heißt aber nicht, dass die Damen keine Chance hätten, das kleine Tutuherz zu erobern.Auch Begegnungen mit seinen vierbeinigen Artgenossen stellen für Tutu kein Problem dar. Dabei bevorzugt er Begegnungen auf Augenhöhe oder etwas darunter. Größere Hunde sind o.k., solange sie nicht pöbeln. Im neuen Zuhause wäre Tutu allerdings gern Einzelprinz. Er möchte seine neuen Menschen gern ganz für sich allein haben. Ein Zweithund ist jedoch nicht ausgeschlossen. Die Herangehensweise sollte sensibel und eventuell unterstützt durch einen Hundetrainer vonstattengehen. Wir wünschen uns für Tutu einen eher ruhigen, strukturierten Haushalt, wenn möglich in ländlicher Umgebung. Kinder sollten älter als 14 Jahre alt sein und von den Eltern angeleitet werden. Es könnte sein, dass Tutu sonst schnell überdreht und nur schwer wieder zur Ruhe kommt. Generell sollten seine neuen Menschen darauf achten, dass er sich nicht total auspowert, immer wieder Ruhephasen einhält, denn seine anämische Veranlagung kann bei großem Tempo zu schneller Erschöpfung führen. Tutu kann schon bis zu vier Stunden problemlos allein bleiben. Er ist absolut stubenrein und hat auf seiner Pflegestelle schon viel gelernt.Für Tutu wäre ein großer, gut gesicherter Garten im neuen Zuhause ein Traum. Rassebedingt hat er einen ausgeprägten Jagdtrieb und kann deshalb (noch) nicht von der Leine gelassen werden. Rückruftraining, Konzentrationsübungen und Übungen zur allgemeinen Impulskontrolle werden in Tutu das zum Vorschein bringen, was er eigentlich ist: Ein Hund auf der Suche nach seinen Herzensmenschen. Auf der Suche nach einem Fürimmerzuhause, wo er in Ruhe ankommen darf, ihm anfangs das ein oder andere mit einem Augenzwinkern verziehen wird und wo ihm mit liebevoller Konsequenz die Wege in ein entspanntes Miteinander gebahnt werden.Tutus Vermittlerin freut sich über Ihren Anruf oder eine Mail. Sie wird baldmöglichst antworten und steht Ihnen bis zu einer eventuellen Adoption zur Seite. Möge sich Dein Herzenzmensch bald bei Dir melden, kleiner Tutu. Viel Glück! © 2006-2024 by Tierschutzverein Europa e.V. - All rights reserved

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Tutu
  • House-trained
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Tutu home

What you'll need for Tutu in week one.

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    Trixie Transport Box

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    €35–45
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    Folding Wire Crate

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    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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    Padded Y-Front Harness

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About Tutu

What life with Tutu looks like

Tutu is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Tutu, answered.

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