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Hiperion

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Hiperion is a beautiful Podenco mix who has been with us since September 5th, 2023. He is 50 cm tall and is compatible with both male and female dogs, but has not been tested with cats. Hiperion is looking for a safe and loving home. Behind his gentle eyes lies a moving story. He comes from a seizure where many dogs had to live completely isolated from the outside world for years, unfortunately a sad reality. People, everyday noises, or walks - all of this was unknown to Hiperion for a long time and understandably made him afraid. Despite this difficult start, he makes small but significant progress every day. He is a sensitive and cautious dog who needs time to build trust. However, once he realizes that nothing is happening to him, he slowly allows himself to get close and shows his loving character. Hiperion is very social with other dogs. He loves the company of other dogs, plays playfully with them, and strongly orients himself towards confident fellow dogs. That's why we wish for him a home where a friendly first dog already lives, this will help him feel safer faster. He now increasingly knows and enjoys walks. Although new or loud situations still frighten him, he finds his way to relaxation more and more with a calm and patient companion. His new people should have experience with anxious, insecure dogs and bring a lot of empathy, patience, and understanding. A securely fenced garden would be a big plus, because in unfamiliar situations Hiperion could quickly flee, which is why he absolutely needs a safety harness and should not be left unattended in the garden. Whoever adopts Hiperion will not get a dog who immediately goes through life carefree, but a special companion who shows how much trust and love is in him with every small success. In a home where he is gradually introduced to new environmental stimuli and masters new situations together as a team.

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Größe: 50cmAlter: *09/2022. Verträglich mitRüden: JaHündinnen: JaKatzen: noch nicht getestet Bei uns seit: 05.09.2023Aufenthaltsort: Tierheim ANAA Juli 2026 – Hiperion ist ein wunderschöner Podenco-Mix, der auf der Suche nach Sicherheit und Liebe ist. Hinter seinen sanften Augen verbirgt sich eine bewegende Geschichte. Er stammt aus einer Beschlagnahmung, bei der viele Hunde jahrelang völlig abgeschottet von der Außenwelt leben mussten, leider trauriger Alltag. Menschen, Alltagsgeräusche oder Sparziergänge – all das war für Hiperion lange Zeit unbekannt und machte ihm verständlicherweise Angst. Trotz diesem schweren Start macht er jeden Tag kleine aber bedeutende Fortschritte. Er ist ein sensibler und vorsichtiger Hund der Zeit braucht um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Hat er jedoch erst mal gemerkt, dass ihm nichts passiert, lässt er langsam Nähe zu und zeigt seinen liebevollen Charakter. Mit anderen Hunden ist Hiperion ausgesprochen sozial. Er liebt die Gesellschaft mit den anderen Hunden, spielt ausgelassen mit ihnen und orientiert sich stark an souveränen Artgenossen. Deshalb wünschen wir uns für ihn ein Zuhause, in dem bereits ein freundlicher Ersthund lebt, dieser wird ihm helfen sich schneller sicherer zu fühlen. Sparziergänge kennt und genießt er inzwischen zunehmend. Zwar erschrecken ihn neue oder laute Situationen noch, doch mit einer ruhigen und geduldigen Begleitung findet er immer besser in die Entspannung. Seine neuen Menschen sollten Erfahrung mit ängstlichen, unsicheren Hunden haben und viel Einfühlungsvermögen, Geduld und Verständnis mitbringen. Ein sicher hoch eingezäunter Garten wäre ein großes Plus, denn in ungewohnten Situationen könnte Hiperion schnell flüchten, weshalb er auch unbedingt ein Sicherheitsgeschirr tragen und sich nicht unbeaufsichtigt im Garten aufhalten sollte. Wer Hiperion adoptiert, bekommt keinen Hund der sofort unbeschwert durchs Leben geht, sondern einen besonderen Begleiter, der mit jedem kleinen Erfolg zeigt, wie viel Vertrauen und Liebe in ihm steckt. In einem Zuhause, wo man ihn Schritt für Schritt an neue Umweltreize heranführt und mit ihm gemeinsam als Team neue Situationen meistert.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Hamburg
Shelter
Tiere in Spanien e.V.
Cared for by Tiere in Spanien e.V. · HamburgLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Hiperion home

What you'll need for Hiperion 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
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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
  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 Hiperion

What life with Hiperion looks like

Hiperion is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tiere in Spanien e.V. in Hamburg.

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.

Hamburg, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Hiperion, answered.

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