Hundepodcast

Verantwortung in der Hundehaltung beginnt lange vor der Entscheidung für einen Hund – und endet nie. Dieser Artikel beleuchtet die zentralen Aspekte verantwortungsvoller Hundehaltung aus kynologischer und psychologischer Perspektive: von finanzieller Planung und rassespezifischem Verständnis über emotionale Reife bis zur Akzeptanz im Wandel des Lebens. Lerne, warum Wissen, Selbstreflexion und langfristiges Denken die Basis für ein harmonisches Mensch-Hund-Team bilden.

Die richtige Rassewahl beim Hund entscheidet über ein harmonisches Zusammenleben – denn jeder Hund trägt genetisch fest verankerte Verhaltensmuster in sich. Von Hütehunden über Terrier, Molosser und Vorstehhunde bis zu Gesellschafts- und Begleithunden: Jede Kategorie hat ihre eigenen Bedürfnisse, Motivationen und Herausforderungen. Dieser Artikel erklärt die Hundetypen kynologisch, verhaltensbiologisch und psychologisch fundiert – damit du verstehst, welcher Hund wirklich zu dir passt. Erfahre, wie Zuchtgeschichte, Instinkte und Umweltverhalten zusammenwirken, warum Erziehung oft an genetischen Grenzen scheitert und wie du mit Wissen, statt Wunschdenken, die richtige Rassewahl triffst.

Die Wahl des richtigen Hundes ist keine reine Herzensentscheidung, sondern ein Prozess, der Verhaltensbiologie, Zuchtgeschichte und Selbstreflexion vereint. Jede Hunderasse wurde über Generationen für eine spezifische Aufgabe gezüchtet – und genau diese ursprünglichen Arbeitsmerkmale prägen noch heute das Verhalten moderner Familienhunde. Der Artikel zeigt, warum die richtige Rassewahl nur gelingt, wenn man die genetischen Veranlagungen eines Hundes versteht: Hüte- und Treibhunde reagieren sensibel und benötigen geistige Auslastung; Terrier und Dackel zeigen hohen Jagdtrieb und Eigenständigkeit; Molosser sind ruhig, aber territorial; Herdenschutzhunde handeln autonom und brauchen erfahrene Führung. Mit einem klaren Blick auf Charakter, Bedürfnisse und Erziehungshürden jeder Kategorie wird deutlich: Kein Hund ist „einfach“, aber jeder Hund kann passend sein – wenn er zum Lebensstil, Temperament und den Fähigkeiten seines Menschen passt. Die richtige Rassewahl bedeutet, die Biologie des Hundes zu respektieren und nicht gegen seine Natur zu arbeiten. Nur wer versteht, warum ein Hund tut, was er tut, kann Training, Alltag und Bindung nachhaltig gestalten – für ein harmonisches und stabiles Mensch-Hund-Team.

Many future dog owners are guided by looks, fashion and emotions - and often fail when faced with reality. The article shows objectively which factors really count: Everyday life, character, breed characteristics, care requirements and genetics. It dispels myths such as "love is enough", explains why not every dog fits into every life and provides scientifically sound food for thought to avoid making the wrong decisions. For anyone who wants to get started in dog ownership in a responsible and well-informed way.

The blog post "Breeding is also animal welfare" deals with the exciting question of whether dog breeding is just a luxury or also a responsibility. It looks at the differences between reputable breeders and breeders, highlights health, behavioural and social aspects and explains why responsible breeding is not at odds with animal welfare. At the same time, critical points are highlighted: Where does welfare end and profit begin? What moral conflicts arise when you have the choice between a shelter dog and a pedigree dog?

In this article, we take a critical look at the topic of rescuing dogs from abroad and shed light on why well-intentioned is not always well done. We show how emotional motivations ("Adopt, don't shop") are often morally charged without solving the systemic problems on the ground. We also explain why responsible help means more than just adopting a dog and what role reputable animal welfare organisations, local animal shelters and good breeders actually play in sustainable animal welfare. The article aims to encourage reflection, open up perspectives and ask honestly: Who am I really helping - the dog or myself?

This article sheds light on the complex issue of street dogs in Italy: How do they behave? Why are they on the streets? And what does it mean to adopt such dogs? We present canine facts, psychological challenges and take a critical look at animal welfare projects abroad.

Italy is one of the few European countries that allows listed dogs to enter the country - but there are rules that you need to know. In this article, we'll show you what you should look out for, what typical mistakes many people make and how you can best prepare yourself and your dog. From entry regulations and parasite precautions to the best travel hacks: we share our experiences from over 10 years of travelling to Italy with a listed dog.

The blog article examines the socially controversial topic of "dogs as child substitutes" from different perspectives: psychological, ethical, canine and social. It explains why people often see their dog as a child substitute, where the emotional opportunities lie, but also the risks - especially when humanisation leads to misunderstandings and behavioural problems. It emphasises that dogs can certainly be an important family member, but should never be misused as a stopgap for unresolved emotional issues.

In this episode, we talk about how our dog Amalia reacted to the loss of Vito. We look at whether dogs can grieve, what the science says about it, the changes we observed in Amalia and give tips on how to support the remaining dog during the grieving phase. Personal insights included.

In this article, we share our personal experiences of how Amalia reacted to the loss of Vito. We show what changes we have noticed, what really counts as grief and what is simply a reaction to changed circumstances. We combine emotional insights with cynological knowledge. We also give you tips on how you can support your dog after a loss.

In this article, we share our personal experiences of how we spent the last few days with our dog Vito - from the moment after he was put to sleep to his cremation. We explain why we deliberately kept him at home, what helped us and what you should look out for. Our aim is to encourage other dog people to say goodbye in a way that feels right - without shame or false taboos.

In this blog article, we take you through the last 24 hours with our dog Vito - from the difficult decision to put him to sleep, to the emotional farewell at home and the last moment in his favourite place. We share personal insights into how we organised this time, what was important to us and what thoughts accompanied us.

In this episode, Lui and Paulina talk about how they had to make the hardest decision of their lives: putting their beloved dog Vito to sleep.

In this episode, we tell you how we recognised the first signs of Vito's chronic bowel disease, what diagnosis followed and how we dealt with it as owners.