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Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

Linny, the reserved and lovable little doggie, came from the region of Tierhilfe Franken. The reason was the loss of her Frauchens. Her Herrchen is still working and would have had her alone for much too long. The nearby animal shelter had canceled, and he found his way to us. Ultimately, he was overjoyed that he didn't have to place the elderly treasure in the enclosure of a shelter, which he would have had to do if we hadn't found a foster home. The magical senior lady gets along well with fellow animals and has spent her entire life living together with another female dog. Additionally, she rides in the car obediently and can stay alone for a few hours after getting used to it. At first, she is a bit shy with strangers, but once she feels comfortable, she is very clingy and cuddly. Linny is a simple, nice female dog who walks calmly on a leash. She was recently checked by a veterinarian, and a blood test was also performed. It was very pleasing to learn that the veterinarian confirmed her excellent health.

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Linny, das zurückhaltende, liebenswerte Hundemädchen ist aus der Region zur Tierhilfe Franken gekommen. Grund war der Tod ihres Frauchens. Ihr Herrchen ist noch berufstätig und daher wäre sie viel zu lange alleine gewesen. Das Tierheim in der Nähe hatte abgesagt, über Umwege ist er zu uns gekommen. Letztendlich war er überglücklich, dass er nicht gezwungen war, den betagten Schatz in der Zwingerhaltung eines Tierheims unterzubringen, was er aber hätte tun müssen, wenn wir keinen Pflegeplatz gefunden hätten. Die zauberhafte Seniorin kommt gut mit Artgenossen zurecht und hat Zeit ihres Lebens mit einer anderen Hündin zusammen gelebt. Zudem fährt sie brav im Auto mit und kann nach Eingewöhnung problemlos ein paar Stunden alleine bleiben. Bei Fremden ist sie am Anfang etwas schüchtern, wenn sie Vertrauen gefasst hat, ist sie sehr anhänglich und verschmust. Linny ist eine unkomplizierte, nette Hündin, die brav an der Leine läuft. Sie wurde aktuell tierärztlich gecheckt, auch eine Blutuntersuchung wurde vorgenommen. Sehr erfreulich war, dass ihr die Tierärztin beste Gesundheit bestätigt hat.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
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Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Linny home

What you'll need for Linny 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
  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 Linny

What life with Linny looks like

Linny is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Linny, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Linny?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierhilfe Franken e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Linny on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Linny if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierhilfe Franken 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Linny 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 Linny 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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Linny 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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