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Hera

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 18 years

Urgent help for neglected old dogs. Guardian judge in great need. It is known that elderly people rarely want to go to a nursing home or old-age home. Often, this is also due to the fact that there is still a pet that has been with them through a life phase and must be cared for, from which they simply cannot part. This is also the case with Mrs. M., a 92-year-old woman from Nuremberg with her two female dogs, who are 13 and 18 years old. However, last weekend, nothing worked anymore for the almost blind lady, and both she and the guardian were completely overwhelmed by the hygienic conditions and the illness of both dogs. A solution had to be found within 24 hours. Mrs. M. could no longer go outside, and reliable "walkers" could not be found, so the dogs had to do their business inside the house. Hera, the 13-year-old Westie female dog, had already suffered for a long time from a severe skin allergy. Due to intense itching, she had open skin areas, leathery skin, or even no fur at all. Pus was flowing from her eyes and ears. A general condition like we have never seen before. We decided relatively quickly that both dogs would remain at their care place for the rest of their lives; they are now sponsored dogs. Tikki has unfortunately passed away. With a sponsorship, food and veterinary costs are supported. Hera receives special food, which is absolutely necessary because of her allergy, gets a series of medications, and is treated by a veterinarian. Show compassion for this nice, very old dog, who still has so much joy of life.

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Soforthilfe für verwahrloste alte Hunde Gerichtliche Betreuerin in großer Not Es ist bekannt, dass alte Menschen nur sehr ungern ins Pflege- oder Altenheim gehen. Oftmals liegt es auch daran, dass noch ein Haustier vorhanden ist, mit dem man einen Lebensabschnitt verbracht hat, das versorgt werden muss und von dem man sich einfach nicht trennen kann. So auch bei Frau M., einer 92jährigen Nürnbergerin mit ihren beiden Hundemädels, 13 und 18 Jahre alt. Doch letztes Wochenende ging bei der fast erblindeten Dame nichts mehr, sie und auch die Betreuerin waren auf Grund der hygienischen Verhältnisse und der Krankheit beider Tiere restlos überfordert. Innerhalb 24 Stunden musste eine Lösung gefunden werden. Frau M. konnte nicht mehr vor die Haustüre und zuverlässige „Gassi-Geher“ konnten nicht gefunden werden, so dass die Hunde ihre Notdurft im Haus verrichten mussten. Hera, die 13jährige Westi-Hündin litt schon lange unter einer schlimmen Hautallergie. Durch starken Juckreiz hatte sie offene Hautstellen, eine Lederhaut oder teilweise gar kein Fell mehr. Eiter floss aus Augen und Ohren. Ein Gesamtzustand wie wir es noch nie gesehen haben. Wir beschlossen relativ schnell, dass beide Hunde bis zum Lebensende auf ihrem Pflegeplatz bleiben, sie sind nun Patenhunde. Tikki ist inzwischen leider verstorben. Mit einer Patenschaft werden Futter und Tierarztkosten unterstützt. Hera bekommt ein Spezialfutter, was absolut notwendig wegen ihrer Allergie ist, bekommt eine Reihe Medikamente und wird tierärztlich behandelt. Zeigen Sie Herz für diesen netten, uralten Hund, der noch so viel Lebensfreude hat.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 18 years
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
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Bringing Hera home

What you'll need for Hera in week one.

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    Trixie Transport Box

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    €35–45
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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

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About Hera

What life with Hera looks like

Hera is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

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 Hera, answered.

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