How do I contact the shelter about Hugo?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Hugo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Hugo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Pföttchenretter mit Herz 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 Hugo 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 Hugo 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 Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Hugo 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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Hugo

Mixed Breed · Female · Young · 3 years

Hugo, a approximately 3-year-old Labrador mix, is a very special treasure - almost like winning the lottery on four legs. He was found in the woods, chained to a tree... but instead of harboring resentment, he has chosen to be simply the friendliest dog in the world. Hugo is calm, balanced and incredibly loyal - a true "I'm always here for you" type. He is loving, obedient and shows absolutely no aggression. In short: a dream dog that sometimes makes you wonder if he secretly completed dog coaching. His greatest wish? Closeness to humans! For Hugo, people are the most important thing. At the shelter, he suffers greatly from this - so much so that he even cries quietly at times. So if you have a big heart here: Hugo would repay it with lifelong loyalty. On a leash, he walks wonderfully (yes, really, no pulling, no drama!) and gets along well with female dogs. With other males, he decides - just like in real life - based on sympathy. In short: Hugo is an absolute favorite dog who urgently needs his happy ending. Whoever gets him has definitely made the right choice.

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Rasse: Labrador-Mischling Verträglichkeit: Mit Hündinnen ja, Rüden nach Sympathie; Katzen: Nicht bekannt, kann getestet werden. Derzeitiger Aufenthaltsort: Tierheim Sokolka (Polen) Abgabegrund: Wurde mit einer Kette angebunden im Wald. Hugo, ein ca. 3 Jahre junger Rüde, ist ein ganz besonderer Schatz – quasi ein Sechser im Lotto auf vier Pfoten. Gefunden wurde er im Wald, angebunden an einen Baum… doch statt Groll mitzubringen, hat er sich entschieden, einfach der netteste Hund der Welt zu sein. Hugo ist ruhig, ausgeglichen und unglaublich loyal – ein echter „Ich-bin-immer-für-dich-da“-Typ. Er ist liebevoll, gehorsam und zeigt absolut keinerlei Aggressionen. Kurz gesagt: ein Traumhund, bei dem man sich manchmal fragt, ob er heimlich ein Hunde-Coaching absolviert hat. Sein größter Wunsch? Nähe zum Menschen! Der Mensch ist für Hugo das Allerwichtigste. Im Tierheim leidet er sehr darunter – so sehr, dass er auch mal leise vor sich hin weint. Wer hier also ein großes Herz hat: Hugo würde es mit lebenslanger Treue zurückzahlen. An der Leine läuft er wunderbar (ja, wirklich, kein Ziehen, kein Theater!) und mit Hündinnen versteht er sich bestens. Bei anderen Rüden entscheidet – ganz wie im echten Leben – die Sympathie. Kurzum: Hugo ist ein absoluter Lieblingshund, der dringend sein Happy End sucht. Wer ihn bekommt, hat definitiv alles richtig gemacht.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇩🇪Leichlingen

Shelter

Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V.

Living with Hugo

✓Spayed

Cared for by Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. · Leichlingen Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Hugo home

What you'll need for Hugo in week one.

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About Hugo

What life with Hugo looks like

Hugo is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Pföttchenretter mit Herz e.V. in Leichlingen.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇩🇪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.

Leichlingen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Hugo, answered.

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