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Mixed Breed · Female

Linda 09/2022 | female Hello, I am Linda – about knee-high, delicate in build, and with a very special charm. People here say I have a bit of a Breton in me because of my pretty fur spots and elegant figure. I am a rather reserved female dog who needs time to build trust. Strangers still unsettle me a lot – I don’t let them just touch me and prefer to observe first from a safe distance. But you know what? There are a few special people on this farm whom I really like – with them, I open up and show what’s inside me. And there is so much! I can be frisky, attentive, curious – I have great potential if only given the chance to open up. The everyday life here can sometimes be a bit dull, which is why I often retreat. I wish for a quiet home with one or two trusted people who allow me to go at my own pace. Small children or lots of visitors wouldn’t be for me – but if you have patience and are ready to get to know me, we could make a wonderful team. Even though I often retreat and appear cautious – inside me lies an active, movement-loving dog who wants to be mentally and physically challenged. I wish for people who are eager to grow with me and love me gently – preferably with exciting walks, hide-and-seek games, or other activities where I can use my brain. I don’t have to be perfect. I am who I am – and I hope you are just the person who sees that. Maybe you’ll give me a chance to get to know you? I won’t immediately hug you, but who knows – maybe you’ll become one of the people whose heart I open up to.

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Linda 09/2022 | weiblich Hallo, ich bin Linda – etwa kniehoch, zart gebaut und mit einem ganz besonderen Charme. Wahrscheinlich steckt ein Bretone in mir, sagen die Menschen hier, weil ich diese hübschen Fellflecken und die elegante Figur habe. Ich bin eine eher zurückhaltende Hündin, die Zeit braucht, um Vertrauen zu fassen. Fremde Menschen verunsichern mich noch sehr – ich lasse mich von ihnen nicht einfach so anfassen und beobachte lieber erstmal aus sicherer Entfernung. Aber weißt du was? Es gibt hier auf dem Hof ein paar besondere Menschen, die ich richtig gernhabe – bei ihnen bin ich aufgetaut und zeige, was in mir steckt. Und das ist so einiges! Ich kann fröhlich sein, aufmerksam, neugierig – ich habe großes Potenzial, wenn man mir nur die Chance gibt, mich zu öffnen. Der Alltag hier ist mir manchmal zu trubelig, deshalb ziehe ich mich oft zurück. Ich wünsche mir ein ruhiges Zuhause mit ein oder zwei festen Bezugspersonen, die mich in meinem Tempo ankommen lassen. Kleine Kinder oder viel Besuch wären nichts für mich – aber wenn du Geduld hast und bereit bist, dich auf mich einzulassen, könnten wir ein wundervolles Team werden. Auch wenn ich mich oft zurückziehe und vorsichtig wirke – in mir steckt ein aktiver, bewegungsfreudiger Hund, der geistig und körperlich gefordert werden möchte. Ich wünsche mir Menschen, die Lust haben, mit mir gemeinsam zu wachsen und mich liebevoll auszulasten – gerne mit spannenden Spaziergängen, Suchspielen oder anderen Beschäftigungen, bei denen ich meinen Kopf einsetzen darf. Ich muss nicht perfekt sein. Ich bin, wie ich bin – und ich hoffe, genau so jemanden findest du gerade. Vielleicht magst du mich ja einfach mal kennenlernen? Ich werde dich nicht gleich in die Arme schließen, aber wer weiß – vielleicht wirst du irgendwann zu einem der Menschen, bei denen ich mein Herz öffne. Deine Linda 🐾 Linda Linda Linda Linda Linda Linda Linda Linda Linda

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Oberndorf a.N.
Shelter
Menschen für Tiere
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Bringing Linda home

What you'll need for Linda 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
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    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
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    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
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    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 Linda

What life with Linda looks like

Linda is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Menschen für Tiere in Oberndorf a.N..

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 Linda, answered.

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