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Linus

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 10 years

I am a Jack Russell Terrier and I am turning 10 years old this year - I was born on December 24, 2016, so I am a real little Christmas child. My owner passed away about a year ago. Since then, my brother and I have been living with her son, who takes loving care of us and gives his all. Unfortunately, he lacks the time we really need due to work and many obligations. That's why I am now looking for people who would like to give me a really nice home again. A home with a garden should be available, as I like to be outside and enjoy exercise and fresh air. I am a very cuddly and people-oriented dog and need a lot of attention and closeness. I am open, friendly and loving towards people - also children. I love being in the middle of everything and enjoying every caress. Unfortunately, I can't get along with other dogs anymore and sometimes I am aggressive. It is not clear what exactly is the reason for this, maybe an incident a few years ago. It used to be different, but now I react difficultly to dog encounters. Cats are not exactly my friends either. I never received consistent training and therefore did not learn everything. I still need some practice on the leash and sometimes pull, especially when something exciting catches my attention. Nevertheless, I am a loving little guy with a big heart who just needs people who have patience, time and understanding and take me as I am. I wish for a home where I am valued, where I can enjoy my last years and get a lot of love. My current owner would of course give me my accessories like a basket, blankets and other materials - so you wouldn't have to buy anything new. Maybe we will get to know each other soon.

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und suche ein neues, liebevolles Zuhause. Ich bin ein Jack Russell Terrier und werde dieses Jahr tatsächlich schon 10 Jahre alt – geboren wurde ich am 24.12.2016, also bin ich ein echtes kleines Christkind. Mein Frauchen ist leider vor etwa einem Jahr verstorben. Seitdem wohnen mein Bruder und ich bei ihrem Sohn, der sich wirklich liebevoll um uns kümmert und alles gibt. Leider fehlt ihm durch Arbeit und viele Verpflichtungen die Zeit, die wir eigentlich brauchen. Deshalb suche ich nun Menschen, die mir noch einmal ein richtig schönes Zuhause schenken möchten. Ein Zuhause mit Garten sollte unbedingt vorhanden sein, da ich gerne draußen bin und Bewegung sowie frische Luft genieße. Ich bin ein sehr verschmuster und menschenbezogener Hund und brauche viel Aufmerksamkeit und Nähe. Gegenüber Menschen – auch Kindern – bin ich offen, freundlich und lieb. Am liebsten bin ich mittendrin und genieße jede Streicheleinheit. Mit anderen Hunden verstehe ich mich leider überhaupt nicht mehr und bin manchmal aggressiv. Woran das genau liegt, kann man nicht sicher sagen, vielleicht an einem Vorfall vor ein paar JahrenY Früher war das wohl anders, aber mittlerweile reagiere ich bei Hundebegegnungen leider schwierig. Auch Katzen gehören nicht gerade zu meinen Freunden. Ich habe nie ein richtig konsequentes Training bekommen und deshalb nicht alles gelernt. An der Leine brauche ich noch etwas Übung und ziehe manchmal, besonders wenn etwas Spannendes meine Aufmerksamkeit weckt. Trotzdem bin ich ein liebevoller kleiner Kerl mit großem Herzen, der einfach Menschen sucht, die Geduld, Zeit und Verständnis mitbringen und mich so nehmen, wie ich bin. Ich wünsche mir ein Zuhause, in dem ich wertgeschätzt werde, meine letzten Jahre genießen darf und ganz viel Liebe bekomme. Mein jetziges Herrchen würde natürlich mein Zubehör wie Körbchen, Decken und weiteres Material mitgeben – du müsstest also nichts neu anschaffen. Vielleicht lernen wir uns ja bald kennen.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Gunzenhausen
Shelter
Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung e.V.
Living with Linus
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung e.V. · GunzenhausenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Linus home

What you'll need for Linus 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
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Linus

What life with Linus looks like

Linus is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung e.V. in Gunzenhausen.

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.

Gunzenhausen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

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. Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung 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 — Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung 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 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 Tierschutzverein Gunzenhausen und Umgebung 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.
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