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Lucky

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

The charming Lucky is a dog in his prime, who, although extremely friendly and playful, needs a bit of time to overcome his initial nervousness and insecurity in new situations. Once he warms up, he is extremely cuddly and craves the company of his people. When called by his name, he runs happily to be cuddled. He does not like to be ignored. Then he demands his cuddles by rubbing against their legs until he gets the deserved attention. What must be, must be! :D Despite his 33kg, he considers himself a lap dog, bounding around energetically and infecting everyone with his good mood. The charming fellow likes both big and small people and would therefore also make an ideal family dog, provided the children are already well-behaved and let him come to them in his own time. Lucky not only loves company but also goes on walks with great enthusiasm. He gets along well with other dogs, so he could also be rehomed as an only dog. Whether he could share his home with cats would need to be tested if there is interest. For Lucky, we are looking for sensitive and patient people who can give him some time at the beginning and help him overcome his insecurity in new situations. They should have plenty of time to spend with him and show him the world. Then he will surely quickly learn the dog ABCs and become a wonderful companion whose company you will not want to miss.

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Der bezaubernde Lucky ist ein Hund im besten Alter, der zwar äußerst liebenswürdig und verspielt ist, in neuen Situationen jedoch etwas Zeit braucht, um seine anfängliche Nervosität und Unsicherheit zu überwinden. Ist er erst mal aufgetaut, ist er extrem verschmust und sucht die Nähe seiner Menschen. Ruft man Luckys Namen, kommt er freudig angerannt, um sich durchkuscheln zu lassen. Ignorieren lässt er sich nicht gerne. Dann fordert er seine Streicheleinheiten ein, indem er sich an den Beinen reibt, bis er die verdiente Aufmerksamkeit bekommt. Was muss, das muss! :D Trotz seiner 33kg hält er sich für einen Schoßhund, rennt übermütig durch die Gegend und steckt alle mit seiner guten Laune an. Der charmante Kerl mag große wie kleine Menschen und wäre daher auch ein idealer Familienhund, sofern die Kinder bereits standfest sind und ihn in Ruhe ankommen lassen. Lucky liebt nicht nur Gesellschaft, sondern geht auch unheimlich gerne Gassi. Mit anderen Hunden versteht er sich bestens, sodass er auch zu einem netten Ersthund vermittelt werden könnte. Ob er sein Zuhause auch mit Katzen teilen könnte, müsste bei Interesse noch getestet werden. Für Lucky suchen wir einfühlsame und geduldige Menschen, die ihm am Anfang etwas Zeit geben und ihm in neuen Situationen helfen, seine Unsicherheit abzulegen. Sie sollten viel Zeit haben, um sich mit ihm zu beschäftigen und ihm die Welt zu zeigen. Dann wird er sicher schnell das Hundeeinmaleins lernen und ein toller Begleiter werden, dessen Gesellschaft man nicht mehr missen möchte.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Speyer
Shelter
Hundehilfe Portugal
Living with Lucky
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Hundehilfe Portugal · SpeyerLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Lucky home

What you'll need for Lucky 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

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

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    €20–35

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About Lucky

What life with Lucky looks like

Lucky is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hundehilfe Portugal in Speyer.

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. 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 Lucky, answered.

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