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Findus

Male · Senior · 10 years

Findus Rasse Staff-Mix Gender Male, neutered Born in 2016 In the animal shelter since 2019 Findus has been with us in the animal shelter since 2019. He had hardly any boundaries in his previous home and wanted to set his own rules. However, Findus has developed very positively over time: He has become much calmer and shows his best side to familiar people. Findus is an alert and clever dog who doesn't like being overly restricted. With people he trusts, he shows a cuddly, playful, and clingy side. When it comes to his toys, he loves them when they are in the lead, but he can also be easily persuaded to give them up and enjoys cuddle sessions. On walks, Findus is a pleasant companion: attentive, friendly, and with a fine sense of smell. He loves to run and can be on the go for hours. Swimming is also one of his favorite activities, but he knows how nice it is to relax in between. We wish for Findus a loving, childless home without cats or small pets. With other dogs, he can be compatible depending on the relationship, so a husbandry as a second dog is also conceivable. Findus has learned a lot and deserves the chance to finally have a peaceful home where he can settle in and enjoy his golden years. If you are interested in one of our dogs, please send an email and share a few things that are interesting for a dog placement: experiences with dogs; living situation; are there children and/or other pets in the household; how long must the dog be left alone during the day. Please provide a phone number for follow-up questions.

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Findus Findus lebt schon seit 2019 bei uns im Tierheim. Er kommt im Tierheim ganz gut zurecht. Er ist verträglich mit den meisten Hunden und hilft uns häufig, wenn andere Hunde vergesellschaftet werden sollen. Bei vertrauten Menschen ist Findus recht unproblematisch, er zeigt sich verschmust und anhänglich. Beim Spazierengehen ist Findus eine angenehme Begleitung: Aufmerksam, freundlich und mit einer feinen Spürnase. Er läuft und für sein Leben gern und ist trotz seines fortgeschrittenen Alters noch sehr fit und gut zu Fuß. Schwimmen gehört zu seinen Lieblingsbeschäftigungen. Findus hatte vor dem Tierheim wohl mehrere kurzfristige „Zuhause“, in denen er keine Grenzen kennengelernt und deshalb seine eigenen Regeln aufgestellt hat. Er lässt sich nur sehr ungern einschränken. Bei den vertrauten Menschen im Tierheim akzeptiert er einiges und die Mitarbeiter können – wenn nicht zu viel von ihm verlangt wird – problemlos mit ihm umgehen. Bei Fremden sieht das allerdings ganz anders aus. Da duldet Findus in der Regel keinerlei Begrenzung und kann bei von ihm nicht gewünschten Kontakt ohne Vorwarnung ungemütlich werden. Er muss mit Maulkorb abgesichert werden, weil es ansonsten zu Verletzungen kommen könnte. Es wäre schön, wenn Findus seinen Lebensabend in einem eigenen Zuhause verbringen könnte. Das müssten allerdings Menschen sein, die viel Erfahrung auch mit problematischeren Hunden mitbringen und mit der nötigen Konsequenz, dem erforderlichen Wissen sowie viel Elan an die Eingewöhnung von Findus herangehen. Kinder dürfen in dem Zuhause nicht leben. Bei Interesse an einem unserer Hunde schreiben Sie bitte eine Mail an und teilen Sie dabei gleich ein paar Sachen mit, die für eine Hundevermittlung interessant sind: Erfahrungen mit Hunden; Wohnsituation; sind Kinder und/oder andere Tiere im Haushalt; wie lange muss der Hund tagsüber alleine bleiben. Bitte geben Sie für Rückfragen eine Telefonnummer an.

Size
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Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg
Living with Findus
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg · Germany

Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Findus home

What you'll need for Findus 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 Findus

What life with Findus looks like

Findus is a senior dog waiting at Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg in Germany.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Findus, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Findus?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Findus on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Findus if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Findus 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 Findus 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 Ria-Nickel-Tierheim Homburg early rather than rehoming privately; they know Findus 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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