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Izan

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Mixed breed Izan radiates pure sunshine from all pores despite all bad luck. Why is he a jinxed dog? At only 7 months old, the little Izan was surrendered to the animal shelter in La Linea, Spain. Although he quickly became the favorite at the shelter, no one saw him. A lot of black fur, rough guard hairs on his back, plus his sex and size were already enough adoption handicaps. Then, unfortunately, he also had a limp. And swish, a cheerful and friendly puppy was almost unexpectedly left behind. Through a foster home, he eventually found a home and lived there happily and contently for almost 3 years and made his family very happy. Unfortunately, there was a terrible misfortune and so the cheerful dog has to look for his happiness again. Izan was always a dog who greeted every other dog kindly, behaved de-escalating and conflict-avoiding in dog encounters. Unfortunately, the special situation in which his family found themselves caused an isolation and so he is now full of excitement and frustration, which he shows on the leash. Also, necessary physical and mental stimulation is lacking and so he is dissatisfied and currently does not show his most charming side on walks. Pulling on the leash and grumbling are all part of it. Here, consistent and patient training is needed. With people, Mr. Charming is exactly that. He enchants everyone with his warm nature and his beautiful, loyal eyes. He loves babies and children and is incredibly loving with them. Even wild children do not disturb his calmness and certainly not his kindness. At the vet, he patiently undergoes all treatments and remains brave and calm even with pain. In the waiting room and everywhere else, he finds new friends and fans every time. Izan behaves well in the car, sleeps through, is quiet at home, does not break anything, is affectionate, can be left alone with a dog friend, is housebroken and is strongly attached to his humans. He always greets human visitors and dog friends politely and without complications. He also handles visits confidently, spreads his sunshine and sticks to his person. Unfortunately, upon entry into Germany, a patellar luxation on the left side was detected. His family went through the operation and recovery process with him, so he can now move without problems. Overload should be avoided, but an average workload is something he definitely wants to overcome. Also, Izan has Leishmaniasis in his luggage, which currently does not cause him any problems and is inactive. Our Izan is in solid health and above all blessed with a joy of life that is unique. His mood cannot be spoiled by anything, he is simply always in a good mood and infects everyone with it. Here you can find Izan's videos: Video 1 Video 2

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Mischling Izan strahlt trotz allem Pech die reine Liebenswürdigkeit aus allen Poren. Izan hat einen langen Weg hinter sich. Der liebenswerte Rüde hatte viel Pech und ist in die Lage gekommen, seine Familie aufgrund eines schweren Schicksalsschlages wieder verlassen zu müssen. Da er ohne ausreichend Bewegung und Zuspruch gelebt hat, haben wir ihn kürzlich auf einer liebevolle Pflegestelle untergebracht. Hier lebt er wieder voll auf und genießt die Kuscheleien, das Training und die gemeinsamen Abenteuer. Izan war immer ein Hund, der jeden anderen Hund freundlich begrüßt hat, sich deeskalierend und konfliktvermeidend in Hundekontakten verhalten hat. Leider hat die besondere Situation, in der sich seine Familie befand, eine Isolation hervorgerufen und so ist er inzwischen voller Aufregung und Frust, die er an der Leine auch kundtut. Wir konnten inzwischen aber feststellen, dass er auch weiterhin ein super verträglicher Hund bei Kontakt (auch an der Leine) ist. Der nicht Kontakt ist sein Problem und der Auslöser seiner großen Aufregung bei Hundesichtung. Seine Pflegemama übt fleißig, konsequent und liebevoll mit ihm und so zeigen sich erste Fortschritte. Trotzdem wird das Training noch einige Nervenstärke benötigen und man darf seine Kraft keinesfalls unterschätzen. Andere Reize wie Jogger, Fahrräder, Verkehr usw. sind für ihn kein Problem. Mit Menschen ist Mr. Charming genau das. Er verzaubert einen jeden mit seiner herzlichen Art und seinen wunderschönen, treuen Augen. Babys und Kinder liebt er sehr und er ist unheimlich liebevoll mit ihnen. Auch wilde Kinder bringen ihn nicht aus der Ruhe und schon gar nicht aus seiner Liebenswürdigkeit. Izan kann bereits problemlos allein bleiben, fährt super im Auto mit, ist sehr für Leckerchen zu begeistern, ist entspannt im Haus und Garten und zeigt keinen Jagdtrieb. Izan lernt gerade seine Aufregung zu kanalisieren und mit dem Menschen zusammen zu arbeiten. Dabei lernt er schnell und gerne. Izan wurde vor 3 Jahren am linken Bein operiert, da er eine Patella Luxation hatte. Inzwischen kann er sich nun ohne Probleme bewegen, Überbelastung sollte man trotzdem vermeiden, aber ein durchschnittliches Pensum kann und will er unbedingt bewältigen. Auch Leishmaniose hat der hübsche Izan im Gepäck, die ist aber medikamentös sehr gut eingestellt und macht ihm aktuell keine Probleme. Unser Izan ist von kerniger Gesundheit und vor mit einer Lebensfreude gesegnet, die seinesgleichen sucht. Sein Gemüt kann durch nichts getrübt werden, er ist einfach immer guter Laune und steckt jeden damit an. Hier geht es zu Izans Videos: Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.
Living with Izan
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Izan home

What you'll need for Izan 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
  4. 04

    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 Izan

What life with Izan looks like

Izan is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

An 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Izan, answered.

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