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Leo

Mixed Breed · Female

Leo is a neutered Island Spitz, born in 2018, who was caught by a cyclist in an unfortunate situation. Definitely not because he doesn’t like people, but only because he unfortunately reacts to movement stimuli. Now he has the embarrassing risk assessment on his cheek and thus has almost no chance of finding a home again. For understandable reasons, no one wants to bind themselves to all the associated regulations. BUT we still want to try, to find the coveted needle in the haystack, because Leo is otherwise an exceptionally uncomplicated and friendly companion. He gets along well with all the dogs he has met here over time, and there have been quite a few. A cool cat who simply sits still when he comes would probably also be no problem, but running away would not be so good, as we would be back to the trigger for the hunting response. Horses are also familiar to the little brat – no problem, says Leo. Leo shows himself on the Geissblatthof through and through as a friend to people. He reliably signals every passerby, but lets all visitors in not only friendly but also unharmed. He likes cuddles, treats, and playtime with other dogs, exudes charm and good mood, and is also an uncomplicated companion in the car. Maybe he is not quite hopeless... Please also leave a message on the answering machine. During our work with the animals, we don’t have a phone in our pockets, because we need our full attention. But we do take regular breaks to listen to and return the messages.

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Leo ist ein kastrierter Islandspitz, Baujahr 2018, der durch eine unglückliche Situation einen Radfahrer geschnappt hat. Definitiv nicht, weil er keine Menschen mag, sondern nur, weil er leider auf Bewegungsreize reagiert. Nun hat er die leidige Gefährlichkeitseinstufung an der Backe und damit so gut wie keine Aussicht jemals wieder ein Zuhause zu finden. Denn verständlicherweise hat niemand Lust sich die ganzen damit verbundenen Auflagen ans Bein zu binden. ABER wir wollen es dennoch versuchen, die begehrte Stecknadel im Heuhaufen zu finden, denn Leo ist ansonsten ein ausgesprochen unkomplizierter und freundlicher Zeitgenosse. Er versteht sich prima mit allen Hunden, denen er bei uns mittlerweile begegnet ist, und das waren schon eine ganze Menge. Eine coole Katze, die einfach sitzenbleibt wenn er kommt wäre vermutlich auch kein Problem, weglaufen wäre nicht so gut, da wären wir wieder beim Jagdauslöser. Pferde sind dem kleinen Fratz auch vertraut - kein Problem, sagt Leo.Leo zeigt sich auf dem Geißblatthof durch und durch als Menschenfreund. Er meldet zwar zuverlässig jeden Passanten, lässt aber alle Besucher nicht nur freundlich rein, sondern auch unbeschadet wieder raus. Er mag Streicheleinheiten, Leckerlis und Laufspiele mit anderen Hunden, versprüht Charme und gute Laune und ist auch im Auto ein unkomplizierter Begleiter. Vielleicht ist er ja doch nicht ganz chancenlos... Bitte sprechen Sie auch auf den Anrufbeantworter. Bei der Arbeit mit den Tieren haben wir kein Telefon in der Tasche, denn wir brauchen unsere volle Aufmerksamkeit. Wir nehmen uns aber zwischendurch regelmäßig Zeit, das Band abzuhören und zurückzurufen.

Size
Age
Location
🇩🇪Warpe
Shelter
Tierschutzhof Geißblatt
Living with Leo
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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 adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzhof Geißblatt in Warpe.

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 Leo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Leo?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzhof Geißblatt 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 — Tierschutzhof Geißblatt 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 Tierschutzhof Geißblatt 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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