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Loui

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Loui, born approx. 05/2025, neutered, approx. 45–50 cm shoulder height Loui – a small, cautious whirlwind looking for his people Loui, born in May 2025, is currently living in a foster home in 58119 Hagen, where he is waiting for a home that will take him by the paw with love. He is vaccinated, microchipped, neutered and has an EU pet passport. He already knows life in a household, and he is house-trained. At about 45 cm shoulder height, he is a manageable size. Loui is a cheerful, playful young dog full of energy – yet he is also "out of the worst of it." He loves toys, which he likes to fetch. He gets along very well with other dogs and with cats (although he can sometimes be a bit boisterous with them), he is social, fits into a pack without any problems, and takes his cues strongly from his canine buddies; he also loves romping around with them. A suitable playmate and companion for guidance in his new home would therefore be especially wonderful for him. He has already learned the basics such as his name, "Sit," "Place," "Paw," and "Touch." He enjoys closeness and touch very much – including romping around with his human. At the same time, Loui has a sensitive heart: in new or unfamiliar situations he is still unsure, startles easily, and then reacts by barking. With calm and loving companionship, however, he can be soothed quickly. Many everyday things are still new to him – harness, leash, walks, or car rides are currently being built up step by step and at his own pace. For Loui we are looking for an empathetic, patient home with people who enjoy accompanying him gently through life – ideally with a garden. He needs structure, security and clear guidance, without pressure or overwhelm. Anyone who gives Loui the time he needs will be rewarded with a joyful, playful and incredibly lovable companion who bonds closely with his people. The

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Loui, geboren ca. 05/2025, kastriert, ca 45-50 cm Schulterhöhe Loui – kleiner vorsichtiger Wirbelwind sucht seine Menschen Loui, geboren im Mai 2025, lebt aktuell auf seiner Pflegestelle in 58119 Hagen und wartet dort auf ein Zuhause, das ihn liebevoll an die Pfote nimmt. Er ist geimpft, gechippt, kastriert und besitzt einen EU-Heimtierausweis. Das Leben im Haushalt kennt er, auch ist er stubenrein. Mit etwa 45 cm Schulterhöhe hat er eine handliche Größe. Loui ist ein fröhlicher, verspielter Junghund, der voller Energie steckt - gleichzeitig ist er „aus dem Gröbsten raus“. Er liebt Spielzeug, das er gerne apportiert. Mit anderen Hunden sowie mit Katzen (mit denen er manchmal etwas stürmisch ist) ist er sehr gut verträglich, zeigt sich sozial, ordnet sich im Rudel ohne Probleme unter und orientiert sich stark an seinen Hundekumpels; auch er tobt gerne mit ihnen. Ein passender Spiel- und Orientierungspartner im neuen Zuhause wäre für ihn daher besonders schön. Er hat bereits erste Grundlagen gelernt wie seinen Namen, „Sitz“, „Platz“, „Pfote“ und „Touch“. Nähe und Berührungen genießt er sehr – auch das Toben mit seinem Menschen. Gleichzeitig trägt Loui ein sensibles Herz in sich: In neuen oder ungewohnten Situationen ist er noch unsicher, erschrickt sich schnell und reagiert dann mit Bellen. Mit Ruhe und liebevoller Begleitung lässt er sich jedoch schnell beruhigen. Viele Dinge des Alltags sind für ihn noch neu – Geschirr, Leine, Spaziergänge oder Autofahrten werden aktuell Schritt für Schritt und in seinem Tempo aufgebaut. Für Loui suchen wir ein einfühlsames, geduldiges Zuhause bei Menschen, die Freude daran haben, ihn behutsam im Leben zu begleiten – idealerweise mit Grundstück. Er braucht Struktur, Sicherheit und klare Führung, ohne Druck oder Überforderung. Wer Loui die Zeit gibt, die er braucht, wird mit einem lebensfrohen, verspielten und unglaublich liebenswerten Begleiter belohnt, der sich eng an seine Menschen bindet. Die

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Hope for Future e.V.
Living with Loui
  • ✓House-trained
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
Cared for by Hope for Future e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Loui home

What you'll need for Loui in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Loui

What life with Loui looks like

Loui is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hope for Future e.V. in Germany.

A young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Loui, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Loui?
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 Loui on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Loui 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 Loui 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 Loui 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 Loui 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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