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Linus

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 4 years

Linus, born approximately April 2022, neutered, approximately 65 cm shoulder height, at the shelter since July 2022 Linus came to Maria as a puppy with his siblings Lia and Luan and has since grown into a handsome young male. He lives in an area of the shelter where there is little direct human contact - you can still see the effect of this. Despite this, Linus is an absolutely funny, interested dog who observes curiously and likes to be involved. He currently doesn't really let himself be touched, but with patience, time and calm training, he will probably make rapid progress and build trust in a suitable home. Linus doesn't necessarily need a second dog - but he would also get on well with a female. Currently in Romania and allowed to leave if a home is found. Travels chipped and vaccinated (EU vaccination passport; vaccinations: rabies and basic immunization). All dogs are treated against intestinal parasites and ectoparasites on arrival at the shelter and at least once a year thereafter. The described behavioral observations are based on everyday life in the shelter and may be different in a domestic environment under changed living conditions. The transport (registered with Traces) will be organized and carried out by us, as far as legally possible for the country of destination. Please note the information on this page:

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01/2026 Linus, geboren ca. 04/2022, kastriert, ca. 65 cm Schulterhöhe, im Shelter seit 07/2022 Linus kam als Welpe gemeinsam mit seinen Geschwistern Lia und Luan zu Maria und ist mittlerweile zu einem hübschen jungen Rüden herangewachsen. Er lebt in einem Bereich des Shelters, in dem es nur wenig direkten Menschenkontakt gibt – das merkt man ihm noch an. Trotzdem zeigt sich Linus als absolut witziger, interessierter Hund, der neugierig beobachtet und gerne dabei ist. Anfassen lässt er sich aktuell noch nicht wirklich, aber mit Geduld, Zeit und ruhigem Training wird er in einem passenden Zuhause sehr wahrscheinlich schnell Fortschritte machen und Vertrauen aufbauen. Linus braucht nicht zwingend einen Zweithund – würde aber auch mit einer Hündin gut zurecht kommen. Befindet sich aktuell in Rumänien und darf ausreisen, wenn er ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Reist gechipt und geimpft (EU Impfpass; Impfungen: Tollwut und Grundimmunisierung). Alle Hunde werden bei ihrer Ankunft im Shelter sowie anschließend mindestens einmal jährlich gegen Darmparasiten und Ektoparasiten behandelt. Die geschilderten Verhaltensbeobachtungen basieren auf dem Alltag im Shelter und können sich in einem häuslichen Umfeld unter veränderten Lebensbedingungen entsprechend anders darstellen. Der Transport (angemeldet mit Traces) wird von uns, so weit es für das Bestimmungsland rechtlich möglich ist, organisiert und durchgeführt. Bitte beachten Sie die Informationen auf dieser Seite:

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Hope for Future e.V.

Living with Linus

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped

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About Linus

What life with Linus looks like

Linus is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Linus, answered.

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