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Leiva

Mixed Breed · Unknown

This beautiful Podenco mix male sat in his kennel. Still, reserved, and with a look that is hard to forget. A look full of hope, but also full of caution. His name tag read: Leiva. Leiva is a gentle and calm male who is initially reserved to shy around strangers. He doesn't push himself and doesn't immediately seek closeness. Instead, he observes from a safe distance and wants to find out if you really mean well. But those who give him time will probably get to know a very special soul. Because behind his cautious nature is an incredibly kind and sensitive dog. Leiva is absolutely social with other dogs. He gets along wonderfully with his fellow dogs and enjoys their company. A confident dog by his side could even help him orient himself and gain trust in his new home. A home with a suitable dog would be quite imaginable for Leiva. Leiva is a Podenco mix - and that's exactly why his future people should know what these special dogs are like. Podencos are often very sensitive, sensitive, and independent dogs. They observe their surroundings carefully, often have a strong hunting instinct, and like to make their own decisions. At the same time, they can be incredibly loving, gentle, and loyal companions once they have gained trust.

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In seinem Zwinger saß dieser wunderschöne Podenco-Mix-Rüde. Still, zurückhaltend und mit einem Blick, den man nicht so schnell vergisst. Ein Blick voller Hoffnung, aber auch voller Vorsicht. Auf seinem Namensschild stand: Leiva. Leiva ist ein sanftmütiger und ruhiger Rüde, der fremden Menschen gegenüber zunächst zurückhaltend bis scheu ist. Er drängt sich nicht auf und sucht auch nicht sofort die Nähe. Vielmehr beobachtet er erst einmal aus sicherer Entfernung und möchte herausfinden, ob man es wirklich gut mit ihm meint. Doch wer ihm Zeit gibt, wird vermutlich eine ganz besondere Seele kennenlernen. Denn hinter seiner vorsichtigen Art steckt ein unglaublich lieber und feinfühliger Hund. Mit anderen Hunden ist Leiva absolut sozial. Er kommt mit seinen Artgenossen wunderbar zurecht und genießt ihre Gesellschaft. Ein souveräner Hund an seiner Seite könnte ihm im neuen Zuhause sogar helfen, sich zu orientieren und Vertrauen zu fassen. Für Leiva wäre ein Zuhause mit einem passenden Hund daher durchaus vorstellbar. Leiva ist ein Podenco-Mix – und genau deshalb sollten seine zukünftigen Menschen wissen, was diese besonderen Hunde ausmacht. Podencos sind häufig sehr feinfühlige, sensible und eigenständige Hunde. Sie beobachten ihre Umgebung genau, haben oft einen ausgeprägten Jagdtrieb und treffen gerne ihre eigenen Entscheidungen. Gleichzeitig können sie unglaublich liebevolle, sanfte und loyale Begleiter sein, wenn sie Vertrauen gefasst haben.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇩🇪München
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Europa
Living with Leiva
  • Neutered
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Europa · MünchenLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Leiva home

What you'll need for Leiva in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Leiva

What life with Leiva looks like

Leiva is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Europa in München.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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 Leiva, answered.

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