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Winston

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

adoption requirements adoption process Ask about this animal now! adoption requirements adoption process Ask about this dog now! Keep your eyes open for Winston – a true looker with a big heart. This beautiful male dog has already been waiting four long years for his people – far too long for a dog so clingy, friendly, and full of love. Winston is about 7 years old, stands roughly 50–55 cm at the shoulder, and is a strong, athletic male dog. His predominantly white coat, alert pointed ears, and soft, affectionate face make him a real head-turner. Especially his expression touches you—open, gentle, and always hopeful. Winston knows exactly how to win hearts without ever being pushy. Personality-wise, Winston is a true gem: he’s extremely people-oriented, very clingy, and simply sweet. Closeness means everything to him; every pet is gratefully accepted and enjoyed. He seeks his humans’ attention, loves interaction, and would prefer to be included in everything. He’s also friendly and sociable with other dogs. Despite his open nature, Winston has been waiting in vain for a home for years now.

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Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt dieses Tier anfragen! Vermittlungsvoraussetzungen Vermittlungsablauf Jetzt diesen Hund anfragen! Augen auf für Winston – einen echten Schönling mit großem Herzen. Dieser wunderschöne Rüde wartet bereits seit vier langen Jahren auf seine Menschen – eine viel zu lange Zeit für einen Hund, der so anhänglich, freundlich und voller Liebe ist. Winston ist etwa 7 Jahre alt, hat eine Schulterhöhe von ca. 50–55 cm und ist ein kräftiger, sportlicher Rüde. Sein überwiegend weißes Fell, die aufmerksam aufgestellten Spitzohren und sein weiches, liebevolles Gesicht machen ihn zu einem echten Hingucker. Besonders sein Ausdruck berührt – offen, sanft und immer hoffnungsvoll. Winston weiß genau, wie er Herzen erobert, ohne sich dabei aufzudrängen. Charakterlich ist Winston ein wahrer Schatz: Er ist extrem menschenbezogen, sehr anhänglich und einfach süß. Nähe bedeutet ihm alles, jede Streicheleinheit wird dankbar angenommen und genossen. Er sucht die Aufmerksamkeit seiner Menschen, liebt den Kontakt und möchte am liebsten überall dabei sein. Auch mit anderen Hunden zeigt er sich freundlich und sozial. Trotz seines offenen Wesens wartet Winston nun schon seit Jahren vergeblich auf ein Zuhause. Grund dafür ist die vermutete Rasse – vermutlich ein Pitbull/Staff-Mix –, die seine

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Ein Herz für Streuner e.V.
Living with Winston
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Winston home

What you'll need for Winston 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 Winston

What life with Winston looks like

Winston is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Ein Herz für Streuner e.V. in München.

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 Winston, answered.

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