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Eddi

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Eddi came as a found dog to the animal shelter Paderborn. He was not missed and was not microchipped, so he was likely abandoned. No one knows how long he wandered the streets. But this experience left its mark on him. At first, honking cars and loud people were very scary for Eddi, and he reacted panically. Unfortunately, it quickly became clear at the animal shelter that he has a very fragile nervous system and tends to overreact. Since he couldn’t settle at the animal shelter and started to lick open wounds on himself, the animal shelter decided to find a suitable foster home where he could settle down and show his true self. Easier said than done. Eddi got his chance with our dog trainer, who has been caring for the animal shelter for many years. So he is in experienced hands and now has the opportunity to show his good sides. It becomes clear at his foster home that Eddi doesn’t have strong nerves. He has already learned a lot and can also find calm through confident leadership. A quiet home with familiar routines and clear rules are essential for him. We wouldn’t consider him as a second dog. For dogs, it’s the sympathy and resources that matter. Eddi is a secretly clever dog who very much enjoys learning new things. At first, he was an absolute ball junkie and water fetishist. He has since learned that he can endure frustration and even swim on command. The person we would like for Eddi should be calm, confident, forward-thinking, and with a touch of humor. When Eddi feels comfortable, he can be a real clown. Instructions are typically terrier-like, with multiple overviews. Under too much pressure, he shuts down. We are looking for experienced dog lovers for Eddi who can recognize his worries early and always stand as a rock by his side, so he can forget old worries and the happy puppy comes out.

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Eddi kam als Fundhund in das Tierheim Paderborn. Er wurde nicht vermisst und war nicht gechipt. Also vermutlich ausgesetzt. Niemand weiß wie lange er auf der Straße umher irrte. Aber diese Erfahrung hat seine Spuren hinterlassen. Anfangs waren hupende Autos und laute Menschen sehr gruselig für Eddi und er reagierte panisch. Leider stellte sich im Tierheim sehr schnell heraus, dass er insgesamt ein sehr schwaches Nervenkostüm hat und zu Überreaktionen neigt. Da er im Tierheim überhaupt nicht zur Ruhe kam und anfing, sich selbst offene Stellen zu lecken, entschloss das Tierheim sich dazu, eine passende Pflegestelle zu suchen, damit er zur Ruhe kommen und sein wahres Ich zeigen kann. Einfacher gesagt als getan. Seine Chance dazu bekam Eddi bei unserer Hundetrainerin, die seit vielen Jahren das Tierheim betreut. Somit ist er in erfahrenen Händen und hat nun die Möglichkeit, seine guten Seiten zu zeigen. Es zeigt sich auf seiner Pflegestelle, dass Eddi keine starken Nerven hat. Er hat schon sehr viel gelernt und kann auch durch souveräne Führung zur Ruhe finden. Ein ruhiges Zuhause mit gewohnten Abläufen und klaren Regeln sind für ihn unerlässlich. Als Zweithund sehen wir ihn eher nicht. Bei Hunden entscheidet die Sympathie und Ressourcen sind im wichtig. Eddi ist ein umheimlich schlauer Hund, der sehr gerne neue Sachen lernt. Anfangs war er ein absoluter Balljunkie und Wasserfetischist. Er hat inzwischen gelernt, dass man Frust durchaus aushalten kann und auf Kommando auch mal schwimmen kann. Der Mensch, den wir uns für Eddi wünschen sollte ruhig, souverän, vorrausschauend und mit einer Portion Humor ausgestattet sein. Eddi kann, wenn er sich wohl fühlt, ein richtiger Clown sein. Ansagen werden terriertypisch mehrfach überdacht. Bei zuviel Druck macht er dicht. Wir suchen für Eddi erfahrene Hundekenner, die frühzeitig seine Sorgen erkennen und immer als Fels in der Brandung an seiner Seite stehen, damit er alte Sorgen vergessen kann und der fröhliche Hundejunge, der er auch ist, zum Vorschein kommt.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Paderborn
Shelter
Tierheim Paderborn
Living with Eddi
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Tierheim Paderborn · PaderbornLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Eddi home

What you'll need for Eddi 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 Eddi

What life with Eddi looks like

Eddi is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Paderborn in Paderborn.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Eddi, answered.

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