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Ligabue

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Donation Barometer Daniel R. €50 Update 24.03.2026 Left behind: Ligabue… While his sister, Strega, has been enjoying her happiness in her own family for months, and his brother, Vasco, was recently able to move to a foster placement, he had to watch as one after another left the enclosure… And now his last buddy, Antony, has left the enclosure too – he has finally found his family. What remains is him, Ligabue! Alone! Unfortunately, that doesn't mean peace or security… It means he will soon get new cellmates. Strange dogs. New uncertainty. New hope – and the fear that it may not end well for him. Because the misery simply won't stop… Yet this wonderful boy has so much joy for life in him. During the few moments in free run, he bursts with joy, savoring every second as if it were a little piece of freedom. And when you give him attention, he soaks up every caress as if to say: "Please don't forget me…" This handsome boy is ready. Ready to leave everything behind. Ready to finally arrive somewhere. His suitcases are packed – only one thing is missing: his family. Who will give this sweet treasure the chance to no longer be the one left behind? 🐶💛 Vasco and Ligabue – Two Brothers Looking for Their Luck 🐾💛 Not long ago we introduced you to the lovely Strega – her story touched many hearts. And now here are her two brothers, Vasco and Ligabue, who are likewise eagerly waiting for their chance. We learned that they have been "living" in the canile since they were puppies. Both have spent their lives so far behind bars. They know nothing but noise, metal bars, and a dreary daily routine. No walks, no security, no family – never. But now everything is set to change! The two young rascals are cheerful, curious, and full of joy for life. They are friendly, people-oriented, little whirlwinds who greatly enjoy even the briefest attention. 🐕 Vasco is a bit smaller than his brother; Ligabue is the somewhat bigger tousle-haired one. Both are alert, playful young dogs and very cuddly. Together they keep seeking closeness to their caregiver and happily dash around the exercise yard. It is time that they, too, finally get to experience what love, security, and freedom feel like. A cozy bed of their own, patient people who show them the world – that is what we wish for the two of them so very much. Who will give Vasco or Ligabue, these affectionate young dogs, a home? Video: May 2026 Video: March 2026 Video: 08/25 Your contact person for this

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Spendenbarometer Daniel R. 50,-€ Update 24. 03. 2026 Einsam bleibt Ligabue zurück… Während seine Schwester, Strega schon seit Monaten ihr Glück in einer eigenen Familie erleben darf und auch sein Bruder, Vasco vor Kurzem auf eine Pflegestelle reisen durfte, musste er zusehen, wie einer nach dem anderen das Gehege verließ… Und jetzt ist auch noch sein letzter Kumpel, Antony aus dem Gehege fort – er hat endlich seine Familie gefunden. Was zurück bleibt, ist er, Ligabue! Allein! Und das bedeutet leider nicht Ruhe oder Sicherheit… Es bedeutet, dass er bald neue Zellengenossen bekommen wird. Fremde Hunde. Neue Unsicherheit. Neue Hoffnung – und die Angst, dass es vielleicht nicht gut für ihn ausgeht. Denn das Elend hört einfach nicht auf… Dabei hat dieser wundervolle Rüde so viel Lebensfreude in sich. Bei den wenigen Momenten im Freilauf sprüht er vor Lebensfreude, genießt jede Sekunde, als wäre sie ein kleines Stück Freiheit. Und wenn man ihm Aufmerksamkeit schenkt, saugt er jede Streicheleinheit auf, als würde er sagen: „Bitte vergiss mich nicht…“ Der hübsche Rüde ist bereit. Bereit, alles hinter sich zu lassen. Bereit, endlich anzukommen. Seine Koffer sind gepackt – es fehlt nur noch eins: Seine Familie. Wer gibt diesem süßen Schatz die Chance, nicht länger der Zurückgebliebene zu sein? 🐶💛 Vasco und Ligabue - Zwei Brüder suchen ihr Glück 🐾💛 Vor Kurzem durften wir euch die hübsche Strega vorstellen – ihre Geschichte hat viele Herzen berührt. Und hier kommen nun ihre zwei Brüder, Vasco und Ligabue, die ebenfalls sehnsüchtig auf ihre Chance warten. Wir konnten in Erfahrung bringen, dass sie seit Welpenalter im Canile „leben“. Beide haben ihr bisheriges Leben hinter Gittern verbracht. Sie kennen nichts außer Lärm, Gitterstäbe und einen tristen Alltag. Keine Spaziergänge, keine Geborgenheit, keine Familie – noch nie. Doch jetzt soll sich alles ändern! Die beiden Jungspunde sind fröhlich, neugierig und voller Lebensfreude. Sie sind freundliche, menschenbezogene, kleine Wirbelwinde, die jede noch so kurze Aufmerksamkeit sehr genießen. 🐕 Vasco ist etwas kleiner als sein Bruder, Ligabue ist der etwas größere Strubel, beide sind aufgeweckte, verspielte Junghunde und verschmust. Gemeinsam suchen sie immer wieder die Nähe zu ihrer Pflegerin und flitzen fröhlich durch den Auslauf. Es ist Zeit, dass auch sie endlich erfahren dürfen, wie sich Liebe, Geborgenheit und Freiheit anfühlen. Ein eigenes Körbchen, geduldige Menschen, die ihnen die Welt zeigen – das wünschen wir uns so sehr für die beiden. Wer schenkt Vasco oder Ligabue, diesen liebevollen Junghunden ein Zuhause? Video: Mai 2026 Video: März 2026 Video: 08/25 Ihre Ansprechpartnerin für diese

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
saving dogs e.V.
Cared for by saving dogs e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Ligabue home

What you'll need for Ligabue 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 Ligabue

What life with Ligabue looks like

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

A young 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ligabue, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ligabue?
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 Ligabue on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ligabue 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 Ligabue 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 Ligabue 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 Ligabue 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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