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Fuppad

Male · Senior · 9 years

Fuppad came to us as a stray after his previous owner simply abandoned him. His past has left its marks, so he needs some time to build trust. Especially at the beginning, he doesn't necessarily want to be touched – but with patience, understanding, and calm, he gradually opens up. By now, he lets our staff and some of our dog walkers pet him. Anyone who has won his heart can even look forward to cuddle sessions together. Once Fuppad has gained trust, he proves to be a loyal companion with a cheerful, sometimes slightly goofy clown side. Deep down, though, some insecurity still lives in him, which is why he needs people who can give him support and a sense of security. Outdoors, Fuppad truly comes alive: he loves going for walks, moves quickly, and enjoys exploring the world. He also gets along well with other dogs and even cats, depending on the individual. When it comes to food, he is a bit picky – he won't eat just anything you offer him. For Fuppad, we are looking for people with patience and experience with dogs, who will give him time to build trust and who enjoy gaining more security together with him, step by step. Anyone who takes a chance on him will gain a very special dog for life.

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Fuppad kam als Fundhund zu uns, nachdem er von seinem früheren Besitzer einfach zurückgelassen wurde. Seine Vergangenheit hat Spuren hinterlassen, und so braucht er etwas Zeit, um Vertrauen zu fassen. Gerade am Anfang möchte er nicht unbedingt angefasst werden – doch mit Geduld, Verständnis und Ruhe öffnet er sich nach und nach. Mittlerweile lässt er sich von unseren Mitarbeitern und auch von einigenGassigängern streicheln. Wer sein Herz erobert hat, darf sich sogar über gemeinsame Kuschelstunden freuen.Hat Fuppad erst Vertrauen gefasst, zeigt er sich als treuer Begleiter mit einer fröhlichen, manchmal etwas verrückten Clown-Seite. Ganz tief in ihm steckt aber immer noch etwas Unsicherheit, weshalb er Menschen braucht, die ihm Halt und Sicherheit geben.Draußen blüht Fuppad richtig auf: Er geht sehr gerne spazieren, ist flink unterwegs und genießt es, die Welt zu erkunden. Auch mit anderen Hunden und sogar Katzen versteht er sich nach Sympathie gut. Beim Futter ist er ein wenig wählerisch – er frisst nicht alles, was man ihm anbietet.Für Fuppad wünschen wir uns Menschen mit Geduld und Hundeerfahrung, die ihm Zeit geben, Vertrauen zu fassen und die Freude daran haben, gemeinsam mit ihm Schritt für Schritt mehr Sicherheit zu gewinnen. Wer sich auf ihn einlässt, gewinnt einen ganz besonderen Hund fürs Leben.

Size

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Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇩🇪Leverkusen

Shelter

Tierschutz Leverkusen e.V.

Living with Fuppad

✕Neutered

Cared for by Tierschutz Leverkusen e.V. · Leverkusen

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About Fuppad

What life with Fuppad looks like

Fuppad is a senior dog waiting at Tierschutz Leverkusen e.V. in Leverkusen.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Fuppad, answered.

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