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Leo

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

Donation Barometer Anne T. 15,-€ monthly Update August 2026: Leo has moved with his foster mom… perhaps he has better chances at his new "location" as well?? So far, not a single inquiry for him has reached us… we don't understand it ☹ Leo is the ideal size… he is fit… loves being out and about, but also loves the couch. We continue to hope for him… February 2026: Leo – in March 2026 he turns 1 year old! On one hand a reason to celebrate – on the other hand, not really. We were very happy that Leo was able to leave the canile in Sardinia last year and that he managed to get one of the very coveted foster places… On the other hand, a year has passed without a single inquiry for him… this makes us a bit sad… Leo doesn't suspect this at all and is perfectly cheerful with his foster mom. Leo has developed wonderfully. He is a great little fellow and has shed many of the fears from his first months. For example, he is now really relaxed around unfamiliar people. He has a fine sense for moods, and the cooler the people are, the more secure he seems to feel. Leo accompanies his foster mom to the office every day. He does a "good job" there. He is therefore not used to having to stay alone for long periods. He has developed deep trust in his foster mom. She reports that he has gained incredible self-confidence. He especially enjoys cuddle moments with her. He also loves being out and about. The shared outings bring him a lot of fun. After the wasted time in the kennel of the animal shelter, there is so much to discover and experience in "freedom." With great persistence, he loves to snoop around mouse holes out in the field or dig them further open. Since he probably also carries Dachshund genes, he sometimes shows hunting interest. He is therefore used to being walked on a long leash. Leo is patient when he is asked to wait. He is very affectionate and wants to do everything right. He is sensitive to moods… he bonds closely with his caregivers. As already described, Leo loves being "out and about" – a "nature" dog 😊 We wish for him a well-secured garden. Leo may not jump over a fence, but "digging operations" are also a way to leave a property… We do not see him on the umpteenth floor of an apartment building in the heart of a big city! We see him as a companion on nature trails with active people. He is a "dog that comes along everywhere." We can imagine children of school age with him. He needs to be introduced to this further. Leo is a dog who will bond closely and will also be a good friend to children. Conclusion: Leo simply spreads good mood. Overall, the hearts of people around him are flying to him… but where are his "forever people"? Where may he become a permanent family member? If you are interested, his foster mom is also happy to provide further information about this lovable charmer. Videos: 26.2.25, 2.2.25, 14.9.24 Contact person for this

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Spendenbarometer Anne T. 15,-€/monatlich Update August 2026: Leo ist mit seinem Pflegfrauchen umgezogen… vielleicht hat er am neuen „Standort“ damit auch bessere Chancen ???? Bislang hat uns noch keine einzige Anfrage für ihn erreicht …wir verstehen es nicht ☹ Leo hat eine ideale Größe …ist fit…gerne unterwegs, aber auch gerne auf der Couch. Wir hoffen weiterhin für ihn… Februar 2026: Leo- im März 2026 hat er sein 1-jähriges! Einerseits ein Grund zum Feiern - andererseits aber nicht. Wir haben uns sehr gefreut, dass Leo das Canile auf Sardinien im letzten Jahr verlassen durfte und er einen der sehr begehrten Pflegeplätze ergattern konnte… Andrerseits ist ein Jahr vergangen ohne eine einzige Anfrage für ihn …uns macht es etwas traurig …Leo ahnt dieses jedoch nicht und ist putzmunter bei seinem Pflegefrauchen. Leo hat sich großartig weiterentwickelt. Er ist ein tolles Kerlchen und hat viele Ängste aus den ersten Monaten abgelegt. So ist er mittlerweile auch unbekannten Menschen gegenüber richtig cool. Er hat ein feines Gefühl für Stimmungen und je cooler die Menschen sind, desto sicherer scheint er sich zu fühlen. Leo begleitet sein Pflegefrauchen täglich ins Büro. Er macht dort einen „guten Job.“ Er ist es also nicht gewohnt längere Zeit allein bleiben zu müssen. Zu seinem Pflegefrauchen hat er tiefes Vertrauen entwickelt. Sie berichtet, dass er unglaublich an Selbstsicherheit gewonnen hat. Er genießt besonders die Kuschelmomente mit ihr. Er liebt es auch unterwegs zu sein. Die gemeinsamen Ausflüge machen ihm viel Spaß. Nach der vertanen Zeit im Zwinger des Tierheims gibt es in der „Freiheit“ so vieles zu entdecken und zu erleben. Mit großer Hartnäckigkeit liebt er es unterwegs in Mäuselöchern zu stöbern oder diese weiter auszubuddeln. Da er vermutlich auch Dackel-Gene in sich trägt, zeigt er zeitweise auch jagdliches Interesse. Er ist es deshalb gewohnt an der Schleppleine geführt zu werden. Leo ist geduldig, wenn er warten soll. Er ist sehr verschmust und will alles richtig machen. Er ist sensibel für Stimmungen …er bindet sich eng an seine Bezugspersonen. Wie schon beschrieben ist Leo gerne „unterwegs“ – ein „Natur“-Hund 😊Wir wünschen uns einen gut gesicherten Garten für ihn. Leo springt vielleicht nicht über einen Zaun, jedoch sind „Buddel-Aktionen“ auch eine Möglichkeit ein Grundstück verlassen zu können… Wie sehen ihn nicht in der x-ten Etage eines Mehrfamilienhauses im Herzen einer Großstadt! Wir sehen ihn als Wegbegleiter in der Natur mit bewegungsfreudigen Menschen. Er ist ein „überall - dabei - Hund“. Kinder im Schulalter können wir uns bei ihm vorstellen. Man muss ihn diesbezüglich weiter heranführen. Leo ist ein Hund, der sich eng binden wird und auch ein guter Freund für Kinder sein wird. Fazit: Leo verbreitet einfach gute Laune. Insgesamt fliegen ihm die Herzen der Menschen in seiner Umgebung zu ….aber wo sind seine „für-immer Menschen“ ? Wo darf er ein festes Familien-Mitglied werden? Gerne gibt Ihnen auch sein Pflegefrauchen bei Interesse weitere Auskunft zu diesem liebenswerten Charmeur. Video: 26.2.25 Video: 2.2.25 Video: 14.9.24 Ansprechpartnerin für diese

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
saving dogs e.V.
Living with Leo
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by saving dogs e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Leo home

What you'll need for Leo 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 Leo

What life with Leo looks like

Leo is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at saving dogs e.V. in Germany.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Germany, 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. saving dogs e.V. 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 — saving dogs 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
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 saving dogs e.V. 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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