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Lena

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Lena came to our shelter as an assignment and had to be given up by her owner with a heavy heart. We now wish her a loving home where she can relax and enjoy her twilight years. Initially, Lena appears uncertain and reserved. In new situations and with strangers, she is initially somewhat reserved and observes quietly. However, if given the time she needs and met with patience and understanding, she gains trust and gradually thaws. Then she shows her loving and gentle side. Lena is a calm and balanced dog by nature. She enjoys relaxed walks as much as long cuddle sessions with her humans. She is friendly towards people and enjoys affectionate attention. Lena is already familiar with driving and masters it without problems, so there is nothing in the way of joint outings. She still needs some work on her leash handling, as she currently pulls on the leash during walks. With training and calm guidance, she will learn this better. Since Lena is already an older lady and has only a little muscle in her hindquarters due to lack of exercise, we would like her to live in a ground-level home where she does not have to climb stairs. We have not yet tested Lena with other dogs or cats. As soon as we have new insights, we will of course supplement them. We can imagine Lena living with children, as long as they treat her respectfully and also give her the necessary rest periods. Due to her needs, Lena receives special food, as she has a food intolerance. With a little patience, you gain a loyal companion who simply wants to be loved. You can download the form here and bring it filled in: Consent form

DE·Show original

Lena wartet auf Menschen, die ihr Herz sehen Lena kam als Übereignung zu uns ins Tierheim und musste schweren Herzens von ihrem Besitzer abgegeben werden. Für sie wünschen wir uns nun ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie zur Ruhe kommen und ihren Lebensabend genießen darf. Anfangs zeigt sich Lena eher unsicher und zurückhaltend. In neuen Situationen und gegenüber fremde Menschen ist sie zunächst etwas reserviert und beobachtet erst einmal in Ruhe. Gibt man ihr jedoch die Zeit, die sie braucht, und begegnet ihr mit Geduld und Verständnis, fasst sie Vertrauen und taut nach und nach auf. Dann zeigt sie ihre liebevolle und sanfte Seite. Lena ist vom Charakter eine ruhige und ausgeglichene Hündin. Sie genießt entspannte Spaziergänge genauso sehr wie ausgiebige Kuscheleinheiten mit ihren Menschen. Menschen gegenüber ist sie freundlich und freut sich über liebevolle Zuwendung. Das Autofahren kennt Lena bereits und meistert es problemlos, sodass gemeinsamen Ausflügen nichts im Wege steht. An ihrer Leinenführigkeit muss noch etwas gearbeitet werden, denn aktuell zieht Lena beim Spazierengehen noch an der Leine. Mit Training und einer ruhigen Führung wird sie dies noch besser lernen. Da Lena bereits eine ältere Dame ist und nur noch wenig Muskulatur in der Hinterhand besitzt, aufrund zu wenig Bewegung, wünschen wir uns für sie ein ebenerdiges Zuhause, in dem sie keine Treppen steigen muss. Mit anderen Hunden oder Katzen konnten wir Lena bisher noch nicht testen. Sobald wir hierzu neue Erkenntnisse haben, werden wir diese selbstverständlich ergänzen. Ein Zusammenleben mit Kindern können wir uns bei Lena gut vorstellen, sofern diese respektvoll mit ihr umgehen und ihr auch die nötigen Ruhephasen gönnen. Aufgrund ihrer Bedürfnisse erhält Lena Spezialfutter, da Sie eine Futtermittelunverträglichkeit hat. Mit etwas Geduld gewinnt man eine treue Begleiterin, die einfach nur geliebt werden möchte. Das Formular können Sie hier herunterladen und ausgefüllt mitbringen: Einverständniserklärung

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Lueneburg
Shelter
Tierheim Lüneburg
Living with Lena
  • Vaccinated
  • Spayed
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Lüneburg · LueneburgLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Lena home

What you'll need for Lena 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 Lena

What life with Lena looks like

Lena is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Lüneburg in Lueneburg.

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 Lena, answered.

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