How do I contact the shelter about Lex?

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

Can I adopt Lex if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Zürcher Tierschutz 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 Lex 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 Lex 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 Zürcher Tierschutz early rather than rehoming privately; they know Lex 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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Lex

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Lex is a 24.7 kg heavy male dog who shows friendliness towards unfamiliar people but is sometimes still a bit insecure. Once he has developed trust, he presents himself very cuddly and enjoys the contact with his trusted people. He is sensitive and needs people who meet him with calmness, understanding, and clear guidance. Lex is eager to learn and already brings good basic obedience, but he is highly oriented towards his people and therefore requires consistent, but loving guidance in everyday life. In the household environment, he shows territorial tendencies. On the leash, he sometimes reacts with frustration to fellow animals, which can manifest as leash aggression. With other dogs, the chemistry must be right. Lex has a rather rough and bold way of dealing with other dogs. If it doesn’t fit, the situation can quickly turn. We think that Lex will feel most comfortable as a single dog in a home. For Lex, a quiet home with dog-experienced people is sought who can give him security and continue to foster him patiently.

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Lex ist ein 24.7 kg schwerer Rüde, der sich gegenüber fremden Menschen freundlich, aber teilweise noch etwas unsicher zeigt. Hat er einmal Vertrauen gefasst, präsentiert er sich sehr verschmust und geniesst den Kontakt zu seinen Bezugspersonen. Er ist sensibel und braucht Menschen, die ihm mit Ruhe, Verständnis und klarer Führung begegnen. Lex ist lernwillig und bringt bereits einen guten Grundgehorsam mit, orientiert sich aber stark an seinen Menschen und benötigt deshalb eine konsequente, aber liebevolle Anleitung im Alltag. Im häuslichen Umfeld zeigt er territoriale Tendenzen. An der Leine reagiert er teilweise mit Frust auf Artgenossen, was sich in Leinenaggression äussern kann. Bei anderen Hunden muss die Chemie stimmen. Lex hat einen eher groben und frechen Umgang mit anderen Hunde. Passt es nicht, kann die Situation schnell kippen. Wir denken, dass er sich als Einzelhund in einem Zuhause am wohlsten fühlt. Für Lex wird ein ruhiges Zuhause bei hundeerfahrenen Menschen gesucht, die ihm Sicherheit geben und ihn weiterhin geduldig fördern.

Size

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Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇨🇭Zürich

Shelter

Zürcher Tierschutz

Living with Lex

✓Neutered
✕Good with dogs

Cared for by Zürcher Tierschutz · Zürich Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Lex home

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About Lex

What life with Lex looks like

Lex is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Zürcher Tierschutz in Zürich.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Zürich, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lex, answered.

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