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Leo

Mixed Breed · Male

Hello… I'm Leo. When you see me for the first time, I'll probably keep to the background. The big, loud world of humans is still a huge puzzle to me. I come from the streets of Romania, where my daily life was about surviving, staying invisible, and avoiding danger. A warm home, house-training, a vacuum cleaner, or a regular daily routine? I don't know any of that yet. A leash around my neck still frightens me a great deal – for now, being leashed simply isn't possible. That takes time, security, and a great deal of sensitivity. But deep down I have a gentle soul: my favorite caregivers here are already allowed to stroke me carefully from time to time. Those are very special moments for me, when I begin to understand how beautiful human closeness can be. My profile: Name: Leo Sex: Male (neutered) Background: Street dog from Romania Health: Vaccinated and microchipped Training status: Not yet familiar with life in a household; cannot yet be leashed. What I wish for from my people: I am looking for experienced, calm people with lots of patience and empathy. A busy household or a lively city would be far too overwhelming for me – ideal would be a quiet home in the countryside with a well-secured garden, where I can first move freely without a leash and settle in. You should be prepared to visit me several times beforehand, giving me the chance to earn your trust at my own pace. If you're not looking for a perfect beginner dog, but have the patience to accompany me on my journey from shying away to becoming a companion, I look forward to meeting you. Please write a short email with your self-introduction to the shelter. Tierheim Pirna E-Mail: hund(at)tierheim-pirna.de

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Hallo… ich bin Leo. Wenn du mich das erste Mal siehst, werde ich mich vermutlich weit im Hintergrund halten. Die große, laute Welt der Menschen ist für mich noch ein riesiges Rätsel. Ich komme von den Straßen Rumäniens, wo mein Alltag daraus bestand, zu überleben, unsichtbar zu bleiben und Gefahren auszuweichen. Ein warmes Zuhause, Stubenreinheit, ein Staubsauger oder ein geregelter Tagesablauf? Das alles kenne ich absolut noch nicht. Eine Leine um meinen Hals macht mir aktuell noch große Angst – mich einfach anleinen zu lassen, geht derzeit gar nicht. Das braucht Zeit, Sicherheit und viel Fingerspitzengefühl. Aber tief in mir drinnen steckt eine sanfte Seele: Meine Lieblingspfleger hier dürfen mich ab und zu schon vorsichtig streicheln. Das sind für mich ganz besondere Augenblicke, in denen ich beginne zu verstehen, wie schön menschliche Nähe sein kann. Mein Steckbrief:Name: Leo. Geschlecht: Rüde (kastriert)Herkunft: Straßenhund aus RumänienGesundheit: Geimpft und gechiptTrainingsstand: Kennt das Leben in einem Haushalt noch nicht; lässt sich noch nicht anleinen. Das wünsche ich mir von meinen Menschen:Ich suche erfahrene, ruhige Menschen mit viel Geduld und Einfühlungsvermögen. Ein hektischer Haushalt oder eine belebte Stadt wären für mich viel zu überfordernd – ideal wäre ein ruhiges Zuhause auf dem Land mit einem gut gesicherten Garten, in dem ich mich erst einmal ohne Leine frei bewegen und ankommen darf. Du solltest Zeit und die Bereitschaft mitbringen, mich vorab mehrmals zu besuchen, um mir die Chance zu geben, dein Vertrauen in meinem ganz eigenen Tempo zu gewinnen. Wenn du keinen perfekten Anfängerhund suchst, sondern die Geduld hast, mich auf meinem Weg vom Scheuchen zum Wegbegleiter zu begleiten, freue ich mich auf dich. Schreibe eine kurze E-Mail mit der Selbstauskunft ans Tierheim. Tierheim Pirna E-Mail: hund(at)tierheim-pirna.de

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Pirna
Shelter
Tierheim Pirna
Living with Leo
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Tierheim Pirna · PirnaLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Leo home

What you'll need for Leo 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 Leo

What life with Leo looks like

Leo is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Pirna in Pirna.

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

Pirna, 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 Pirna 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 Pirna 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 Tierheim Pirna 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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