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Franzi & Resi

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 13 years

Franzi arrived with us on October 24, 2020, because we received an emergency call from a Romanian shelter that needed to get as many dogs out before winter as possible. When Franzi arrived, she was completely distraught, hiding fearfully, whimpering a lot, and barely eating. Two days later, we received a message from Romania that they might have made a mistake by separating the two SISTERS Franzi and Resi, as Resi was also completely distraught, refusing all food, whimpering constantly, and hiding… The two came to the shelter as puppies, were seven years old at the time of their separation, and had never been apart from each other. Of course, we said that Resi should come as soon as possible, and so Resi arrived with us on October 31, 2020. The reunion of the two sisters was very moving; they needed a moment to understand what was happening, but then they were inseparable again like before. Everything they do is together, and since her sister returned, Franzi has been transformed. She is no longer so shy, not at all fearful. These photos were taken shortly after Resi’s arrival: The two are never to be separated again, so we are looking for a shared home for them. We wish to find people who can show these two, after a life of hardships, how wonderful walks, cuddles, yummy food, a comfortable home in safety, etc., are. Both already walk well on the leash and explore the world on their first walks. They get along well with other dogs, but whether they are cat-friendly, we do not know. They can also stay alone and travel by car without problems, but they still need to learn to get in the car independently. They are charming with each other, and one can often see how surprised they are by their new life. One must remember that they only came out of the rescue shelter for the first time at the age of seven. These beautiful photos of the two were taken in July 2021: These beautiful photos were taken in July 2021: These beautiful photos were taken at the beginning of February 2022: In the many months with us, Resi and Franzi have developed wonderfully. Both arrived at us very overweight and now have a good, age-appropriate figure. They love going for walks and being stroked. They can get into the car independently and enjoy going with it, especially for nice excursions. They walk very well on the leash and have learned various commands that they follow well. Now they just need a loving home. 🙂 These beautiful photos were taken in mid-February 2022: These almost mystical images in the icy morning fog were taken on December 31, 2024: These photos were taken in the spring of 2025: These beautiful photos were taken in May 2025: If you would like to meet Franzi and Resi, please call us.

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Franzi ist am 24. Oktober 2020 bei uns eingezogen, weil wir einen Hilferuf aus einem rumänischen Lager bekamen, dass vor dem Winter möglichst viele Hunde raus müßten. Als Franzi bei uns ankam, war sie völlig verstört, verkroch sich ängstlich, winselte viel und fraß kaum. Zwei Tage später erhielten wir die Nachricht aus Rumänien, dass man wohl einen Fehler gemacht habe, als man die beiden SCHWESTERN Franzi und Resi voneinander getrennt hätte, denn Resi wäre völlig verstört, würde jegliche Nahrung verweigern, ständig winseln und sich verkriechen… Die beiden kamen als Welpen in das Lager, waren zum Zeitpunkt ihrer Trennung sieben Jahre alt und noch nie ohne einander gewesen. Natürlich haben wir gesagt, dass Resi so schnell wir möglich nachkommen soll und so zog Resi am 31. Oktober 2020 ebenfalls bei uns ein. Das Wiedersehen der beiden Schwestern war sehr bewegend, sie brauchten einen Moment, ehe sie richtig begriffen, was vor sich ging, dann waren sie wieder so unzertrennlich wie früher. Alles machen sie gemeinsam und Franzi ist wie umgewandelt, seit ihre Schwester wieder bei ihr ist. Sie ist gar nicht mehr so schüchtern, schon gar nicht ängstlich. Diese Fotos sind kurz nach Resi`s Einzug entstanden: Die beiden sollen natürlich nie wieder getrennt werden, deshalb suchen wir ein gemeinsames Zuhause für sie. Wir wünschen uns Menschen, die den beiden nach einem Leben voller Entbehrungen zeigen wollen, wie schön Spaziergänge, Streicheleinheiten, leckeres Futter, ein behagliches Zuhause in Sicherheit usw. sind. Beide laufen schon recht gut an der Leine und erkunden auf ersten Spaziergängen die Welt. Mit anderen Hunden sind sie gut verträglich, wie es mit Katzen ist, wissen wir nicht. Sie können auch mal alleine bleiben und fahren problemlos im Auto mit, das selbständige Einsteigen müssen sie aber noch lernen. Sie sind ganz entzückend miteinander und man sieht ihnen oft an, wie erstaunt sie über ihr neues Leben sind. Man muss sich ja vor Augen halten, dass sie erst im Alter von sieben Jahren zum ersten Mal aus dem Auffanglager raus kamen. Diese schönen Fotos von den beiden sind im Juli 2021 entstanden: Diese schönen Fotos sind im Juli 2021 entstanden: Diese schönen Fotos entstanden Anfang Februar 2022: In den vielen Monaten bei uns haben Resi und Franzi sich toll entwickelt. Beide kamen stark übergewichtig zu uns und haben nun eine gute, altersentsprechende Figur. Sie gehen sehr gern spazieren und lieben es, gestreichelt zu werden. Sie steigen selbständig ins Auto und fahren gerne mit, vor allem, wenn es zu schönen Ausflügen los geht. Sie laufen sehr gut an der Leine und haben allerlei Kommandos gelernt, die sie gut befolgen. Nun fehlt ihnen nur noch ein liebevolles Zuhause. 🙂 Diese schönen Fotos sind Mitte Februar 2022 entstanden: Diese schon beinahe mystisch anmutenden Bilder im eisigen Morgennebel wurden am 31. Dezember 2024 gemacht: Diese Fotos entstanden im Frühjahr 2025: Diese schönen Fotos sind im Mai 2025 entstanden: Wenn Sie Franzi und Resi kennenlernen möchten, rufen Sie uns gerne an. Kontakt zurück

Size
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇩🇪Grassau
Shelter
Häuser der Hoffnung e.V.
Living with Franzi & Resi
  • Spayed
  • Good with cats
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Bringing Franzi & Resi home

What you'll need for Franzi & Resi 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
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    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
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    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
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    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 Franzi & Resi

What life with Franzi & Resi looks like

Franzi & Resi is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Häuser der Hoffnung e.V. in Grassau.

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 Franzi & Resi, answered.

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