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Lilly

Mixed Breed · Female

Hasn’t experienced much good yet 🐾 Lilly lived for years on the grounds of a scrapyard—not as a family dog, but to guard the property. That might suit some dogs, but for Lilly, with her short coat, sensitive nature, and need for closeness, it was a harsh and unsuitable life. Additionally, she lived there together with her sister. Repeatedly, serious fights broke out between the two, until Lilly eventually had to be kept isolated in a small enclosure. No nice place, no mental stimulation, no warmth. Now she’s with us. You can still see her past written on her: many scars from old bite wounds, overgrown nails, and an underweight body. But we’re working step by step to rebuild her physically and emotionally. We’re looking for a home for Lilly as an only dog with kind, dog-experienced people who know how to handle a large dog. We don’t know whether she’s ever lived inside a house—probably not. But, as with many dogs from abroad, we’re confident she’ll settle in quickly. Every day, we’re getting to know Lilly better and will soon be able to share more. Our first impression: a wonderful female dog who walks nicely on lead and can also be left alone for a few hours at a time. All that’s missing now is the right home where she can finally feel safe and loved. ❤️🐾 PROFILE Born: 25.10.19 At shelter since: 05.08.25 Breed: Dobermann - German Shepherd mixed breed Sex: female Origin: DE Reason for surrender: Doesn’t get along with other dogs (only lived with her sister) With cats / small pets? No With children? No As second dog?

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Hat noch nicht viel schönes erlebt🐾 Lilly hat jahrelang auf dem Gelände eines Schrottplatzes gelebt – nicht als Familienhund, sondern um das Gelände zu bewachen. Für manche Hunde mag das passen, aber für Lilly mit ihrem kurzen Fell, ihrem sensiblen Wesen und ihrem Bedürfnis nach Nähe war es ein hartes, unpassendes Leben. Zusätzlich lebte sie dort gemeinsam mit ihrer Schwester. Immer wieder kam es zu schweren Beißereien zwischen den beiden, bis Lilly schließlich isoliert in einem Verschlag leben musste. Kein schöner Ort, keine Beschäftigung, keine Wärme. Nun ist sie bei uns.Man sieht ihr ihre Vergangenheit noch an: viele Narben von alten Bisswunden, zu lange Krallen, ein zu dünner Körper. Doch wir arbeiten daran, sie körperlich und seelisch wieder aufzubauen – Schritt für Schritt.Für Lilly wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause als Einzelhund bei netten, hundeerfahrenen Menschen, die mit einem großen Hund umgehen können. Ob sie jemals in einem Haus gelebt hat, wissen wir nicht – vermutlich nicht. Aber wie bei vielen Hunden aus dem Ausland sind wir sicher, dass sie sich schnell einleben wird. Wir lernen Lilly jeden Tag besser kennen und werden bald mehr berichten können. Unser erster Eindruck: eine tolle Hündin, die sich gut führen lässt und auch stundenweise allein bleiben kann. Jetzt fehlt nur noch das passende Zuhause, in dem sie endlich ankommen darf. ❤️🐾 STECKBRIEF Alter 25.10.19 Im Tierheim seit 05.08.25 Rasse Dobermann - Schäferhund Mischling Geschlecht weiblich Herkunft DE Abgabegrund versteht sich nicht mit Ersthund (nur mit ihrer Schwester) Mit Katzen / Kleintieren nein Mit Kindern? nein Als Zweithund? muss getestet werden Wichtig zu wissen für die

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen)
Living with Lilly
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen) · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Lilly home

What you'll need for Lilly 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 Lilly

What life with Lilly looks like

Lilly is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutz Kinzig-Main e.V. (Tierheim Gelnhausen) 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. 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 Lilly, answered.

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