How do I contact the shelter about Leo?

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

Can I adopt Leo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Dallau 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 Leo 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 Leo 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 Dallau early rather than rehoming privately; they know Leo 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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Leo

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 12 years

Leo is a large, "bony" snuggle bear who relishes every bit of attention. His greatest wish? A family of his own, preferably with older children around 12 years and up, who can shower him with love, closeness, and security. The American Bulldog male dog came to us with (his sister?) Lisa in very poor condition via the veterinary office. He has been in the animal shelter since 06.09.2023. Leo is believed to have been born in 2018 and is neutered. Leo is an absolute treasure to humans. However, he shows incompatibility towards most other dogs and cats. As he has barely had any training so far, dog training classes would be beneficial for him, especially regarding leash training and interactions with fellow animals. Unfortunately, Leo has some health issues: through-going hind legs – he receives pain medication & food supplements. During castration, a prostate cyst was discovered; a follow-up check is pending. Due to intolerances, he requires hypoallergenic food. There is the possibility of a permanent foster placement, meaning the animal shelter will continue to cover veterinary and food costs after discussion. Who will finally give this big teddy bear a warm place to call home? Here you can watch a video of Leo (YouTube).

DE·Show original

Leo ist ein großer, „knochiger“ Kuschelbär, der jede Aufmerksamkeit genießt. Sein größter Wunsch? Eine eigene Familie, gerne mit größeren Kindern ab etwa 12 Jahren, die ihm Liebe, Nähe und Sicherheit schenken. Der American Bulldog-Rüde kam zusammen mit (seiner Schwester?) Lisa über das Veterinäramt in schlechtem Zustand zu uns. Er ist seit 06.09.2023 im Tierheim. Leo ist geschätzt 2018 geboren und kastriert. Leo begegnet Menschen offen und freut sich sehr über Aufmerksamkeit. Rassetypisch scannt er sein Umfeld aufmerksam und bringt Wach- und Schutztrieb mit. Er lässt sich jedoch gut lenken und gibt die Verantwortung gerne ab, wenn sein Mensch die Situation souverän übernimmt. Aufgrund von früherer Knappheit zeigt er sich im Umgang mit wertvollen Ressourcen wie Futter sehr fokussiert, weshalb eine getrennte und unaufgeregte Fütterung im Alltag wichtig ist. Zudem ist Leo starker Allergiker und auf ein spezielles, hypoallergenes Futter angewiesen. Leider hat Leo auch orthopädische Baustellen: Durchtrittige Hinterläufe – er bekommt Schmerzmittel & Futterzusätze sowie angepasste Bewegung. E in ebenerdiges Zuhause mit Garten wäre ideal. Es besteht die Möglichkeit einer Dauerpflegestelle, d.h. Tierarzt- und Futterkosten übernimmt das Tierheim nach Absprache weiterhin. Leo sucht erfahrene Menschen (idealerweise Molosser-Erfahrung), die ihm Stabilität, Ruhe und Sicherheit schenken. Wer schenkt diesem großen Teddybären endlich ein warmes Plätzchen fürs Leben? Hier können Sie ein Video von Leo sehen ( Youtube ) << zurück zur Übersicht

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 12 years

Location

🇩🇪Elztal

Shelter

Tierheim Dallau

Living with Leo

✓Neutered
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Tierheim Dallau · Elztal Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Leo home

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About Leo

What life with Leo looks like

Leo is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Dallau in Elztal.

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.

Elztal, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Leo, answered.

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