Available

Leon und Chico

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 8 years

Leon and Chico come from Crete and are now in Lüneburg, Germany. Their foster mother on Crete asked us to feature them on our website, as they are 2 very special tomcats looking for a special home. Of course, we are very happy to do so. She wrote to us: Two souls, one promise: together through thick and thin. Leon and Chico (born approx. 2018) are far more than just brothers - they are each other's anchor in a world that has completely fallen apart for them. For years they enjoyed the security of a home on Crete, until their owner had to leave them behind for health reasons. What followed was a nightmare for the two gentle indoor cats: the noise and chaos of a large shelter left deep scars. Leon is the braver of the two. Despite his cloudy eyes - a reminder of an infection as a kitten, which does not stop him from seeing - he is the one who reaches out a paw first. When he feels safe, he loves being stroked above all else and enjoys human affection to the fullest. Chico, on the other hand, is the very personification of shyness. He has almost lost his trust in the world and looks to his brother for guidance at every moment. Leon gives him the security he needs to survive. That is why separating the two is absolutely out of the question. What we wish for: Leon and Chico are not looking for a house, they are looking for a refuge. We hope for people with a big heart and even more patience. Someone who does not expect instant cuddles, but is willing to give the two all the time in the world to settle in at their own pace. A quiet household without much hustle and bustle would be ideal, so that they can finally spend the second half of their lives in safety and peace. Will you give these two unlucky souls the happy ending they so richly deserve? Thank you very much for your support! Warm regards, Janine. If you are interested in Leon and Chico, please write to us at stellen gern den Kontakt her. The cats can also be brought to you.

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Leon und Chico kommen von Kreta und sind mittlerweile in Lüneburg, Deutschland. Ihre Pflegemama auf Kreta bat uns, sie auf unserer Webseite vorzustellen, da sie 2 ganz besondere Kater sind und ein besonderes Zuhause suchen. Das machen wir natürlich sehr gern. Sie schrieb uns: Zwei Seelen, ein Versprechen: Zusammen durch dick und dünn. Leon und Chico (geboren ca. 2018) sind weit mehr als nur Brüder - sie sind füreinander der Anker in einer Welt, die für sie komplett aus den Fugen geraten ist. Jahrelang genossen sie die Geborgenheit eines Zuhauses auf Kreta, bis ihre Besitzerin sie aus gesundheitlichen Gründen zurückließ. Was folgte, war ein Albtraum für die beiden sanften Indoor-Kater: Der Lärm und das Chaos eines großen Shelters haben tiefe Spuren hinterlassen. Leon ist der Mutigere der beiden. Trotz seiner trüben Augen - ein Andenken an eine Infektion als Kitten, das ihn aber nicht am Sehen hindert - ist er derjenige, der die Pfote zuerst ausstreckt. Wenn er sich sicher fühlt, liebt er Streicheleinheiten über alles und genießt die menschliche Zuwendung in vollen Zügen. Chico hingegen ist die personifizierte Schüchternheit. Er hat das Vertrauen in die Welt fast verloren und orientiert sich in jedem Moment an seinem Bruder. Leon gibt ihm die Sicherheit, die er zum Überleben braucht. Deshalb ist eine Trennung der beiden absolut ausgeschlossen. Was wir uns wünschen: Leon und Chico suchen kein Haus, sie suchen ein Refugium. Wir wünschen uns Menschen mit einem großen Herzen und noch mehr Geduld. Jemanden, der keine Sofort-Schmuser erwartet, sondern bereit ist, den beiden alle Zeit der Welt zu geben, um in ihrem eigenen Tempo anzukommen. Ein ruhiger Haushalt ohne viel Trubel wäre ideal, damit sie ihre zweite Lebenshälfte endlich in Sicherheit und Frieden verbringen können. Schenken Sie diesen beiden Pechvögeln das Happy End, das sie so sehr verdient haben? Vielen Dank für die Unterstützung! Liebe Grüße Janine Bei Interesse an Leon und Chico schreiben Sie uns bitte an stellen gern den Kontakt her Gern werden die Katzen auch gebracht

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 8 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V.

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Listed 2 weeks ago

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About Leon und Chico

What life with Leon und Chico looks like

Leon und Chico is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Leise-Pfoten e.V. in Germany.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Leon und Chico, answered.

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