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Bentlay

Cane Corso · Male · Senior · 9 years

Foster home / permanent home wanted for BENTLEY! The 10-year-old senior Cane Corso BENTLEY has probably already passed his prime—but as so often happens, the best is yet to come. And it’s precisely this “best” that he shouldn’t have to spend in an animal shelter. Currently, BENTLEY is living at the Düsseldorf Animal Shelter. There, he shows himself to be brave and full of energy, happily greets familiar people, and often comments on new things—in typical Cane Corso fashion—with a little “whimper.” Yet he remains calm and composed—because deep down, he simply adores grown-ups and thoroughly enjoys their company. What he lacks in his daily life at the shelter, however, is the individual time and attention that a senior dog like him so desperately deserves. That’s why we’re looking for people who would like to give BENTLEY a loving home once again: A ground-floor home, ideally with a garden; experience handling older dogs is an advantage; no other animals in the household (a quiet, friendly female dog might be possible, depending on mutual affinity); no children under 14 years old; preferably located in the Düsseldorf/Cologne/Rhein-Ruhr area. BENTLEY is currently receiving comprehensive veterinary care. He’s undergoing a thorough examination at the Düsseldorf Animal Shelter to identify any age-related health issues. The shelter will cover the costs of treatment throughout his entire life—details about this arrangement will, of course, be discussed personally. If you’d like to become a reliable friend and companion to this approximately 36 kg, kind-hearted, and truly delightful senior dog, please get in touch with us. BENTLEY is waiting for his second chance.

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Pflegestelle / Endpflegestelle gesucht für BENTLEY! Der 10-jährige Cane Corso Senior BENTLEY hat seine fittesten Zeiten vermutlich schon hinter sich – doch wie so oft gilt: Das Beste kommt zum Schluss. Und genau dieses „Beste“ sollte er nicht im Tierheim verbringen müssen. Aktuell lebt BENTLEY im Tierheim Düsseldorf. Dort zeigt er sich tapfer und rüstig, freut sich über vertraute Menschen und kommentiert Neues gerne einmal in typischer Cane-Corso-Manier mit einem kleinen „Moppern“. Dabei bleibt es aber auch – denn insgeheim findet er erwachsene Menschen einfach großartig und genießt ihre Nähe sehr. Was ihm im Tierheimalltag jedoch fehlt, ist die individuelle Zeit und Zuwendung, die ein Senior wie er so sehr verdient. Deshalb suchen wir Menschen, die BENTLEY noch einmal ein liebevolles Zuhause schenken möchten: Ebenerdiges Zuhause, idealerweise mit Garten Erfahrung im Umgang mit älteren Hunden von Vorteil Keine weiteren Tiere im Haushalt (eine ruhige, freundliche Hündin nach Sympathie ggf. möglich) Keine Kinder unter 14 Jahren Idealerweise im Raum Düsseldorf / Köln / Rhein-Ruhr BENTLEY wird aktuell tierärztlich umfassend betreut. Er wird im Tierheim Düsseldorf gründlich untersucht, um mögliche altersbedingte Beschwerden zu erkennen. Die Behandlungskosten hierfür werden vom Tierheim bis an sein Lebensende übernommen – Details dazu besprechen wir selbstverständlich persönlich. Wer diesem ca. 36 kg schweren, herzensguten und wirklich entzückenden Senior ein verlässlicher Freund und Begleiter sein möchte, meldet sich bitte bei uns. BENTLEY wartet auf seine zweite Chance.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Düsseldorf
Shelter
Tierheim Düsseldorf
Living with Bentlay
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Düsseldorf · DüsseldorfLearn about Cane Corso

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Bentlay home

What you'll need for Bentlay 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 Bentlay

What life with Bentlay looks like

Bentlay is a large senior cane corso dog waiting at Tierheim Düsseldorf in Düsseldorf.

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 Bentlay, answered.

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