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Lio

German Shepherd · Male · Senior · 12 years

Lio is a German Shepherd mix and already eleven years old – a true dog senior, but still full of life and enthusiasm. He came to our animal shelter after his owner passed away. Despite his age, Lio is still active: he loves playing with a ball, doing small activities, and using his brain. However, his hip and back aren’t in the best condition, so he gets pain medication permanently. But once you meet him, you’ll notice that Lio doesn’t let his discomfort dampen his good mood – he enjoys his walks and is happy with attention and affection. Initially, he may be a bit cautious around unfamiliar people, but once he builds trust, he shows himself to be a more open and friendly companion. Other dogs, however, are not to Lio’s liking – he prefers to live as a solitary prince. Additionally, he tends to pull on the leash, but this can be managed with the right training and an experienced handler. Cats should not be in his new home. We wish for Lio a quiet, loving home without children, with people who want to make his golden years as beautiful as possible.

DE·Show original

Lio ist ein Schäferhund-Mischling und bereits elf Jahre alt – ein richtiger Hunde-Senior, der aber noch voller Lebensfreude steckt. Zu uns ins Tierheim kam er, nachdem sein Halter verstorben ist. Trotz seines Alters ist Lio noch gern aktiv: Er liebt es, mit dem Ball zu spielen, kleine Beschäftigungen zu machen und dabei sein Köpfchen zu benutzen. Seine Hüfte und sein Rücken sind allerdings nicht mehr die besten, daher bekommt er dauerhaft Schmerzmittel. Wer ihn aber erlebt, merkt schnell: Lio lässt sich davon nicht die gute Laune nehmen – er genießt seine Spaziergänge und freut sich über Aufmerksamkeit und Zuwendung. Fremden Menschen begegnet er zunächst etwas vorsichtig, doch sobald er Vertrauen gefasst hat, zeigt er sich als aufgeschlossener, freundlicher Begleiter. Andere Hunde mag Lio dagegen nicht besonders – er lebt gern als Einzelprinz. Zudem neigt er an der Leine zu Pöbeleien, was aber mit der richtigen Führung und einem erfahrenen Menschen gut zu managen ist. Katzen sollten nicht im neuen Zuhause leben. Wir wünschen uns für Lio ein ruhiges, liebevolles Zuhause ohne Kinder, bei Menschen, die ihm den Lebensabend noch so schön wie möglich machen möchten.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Krefeld
Shelter
Tierheim Krefeld
Living with Lio
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Krefeld · KrefeldLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Lio home

What you'll need for Lio 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

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    €20–35

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About Lio

What life with Lio looks like

Lio is a senior german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Krefeld in Krefeld.

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 Lio, answered.

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