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Lulu

German Shepherd · Female · Young · 1 year

Lulu came to us along with two other German Shepherds from poor living conditions. The animals had been in a car at extremely high temperatures. One of the females was pregnant and gave birth to five puppies while in our care. The animals had to endure many months with us as the owner complained about their return. Fortunately, the case was decided in favor of the animals and we can finally start the adoption process. Lulu is a charming dog. She is full of life and energy. The shelter is too small for her and it's high time she explores the world. She is affectionate, playful and at least with us she gets along with other dogs. Cyclists, joggers and horses are no problem on walks. She loves water and has also befriended the granddaughter of her walker. We wish Lulu the best possible home with nice people who have plenty of time. Lulu is young and wild and doesn't want to lie on the couch all day. She would rather be everywhere and play until she's tired in the evening. Of course, she still needs some training, but she is smart and will learn quickly. If you are interested in adopting Lulu, please send us a detailed email telling us about yourself and Lulu's future home.

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Lulu kam zusammen mit zwei weiteren Schäferhunden aus schlechter Haltung zu uns. Die Tiere hatten sich bei extrem hohen Temperaturen in einem Auto befunden. Eine der Hündinnen war trächtig und bekam bei uns fünf Welpen. Viele Monate lang mussten die Tiere bei uns ausharren, da der Besitzer auf Rückgabe klagte. Glücklicherweise ist der Fall zu Gunsten der Tiere ausgegangen und wir dürfen sie endlich vermitteln. Lulu ist eine ganz zauberhafte Hündin. Sie strotzt vor Lebenslust und Energie. Das Tierheim ist ihr viel zu klein geworden und es wird höchste Zeit, dass sie die Welt erkunden kann. Sie ist lieb, verschmust und zumindest bei uns verträglich mit Artgenossen. Auf Spaziergängen sind weder Fahrräder noch Jogger noch Pferde ein Problem. Sie liebt Wasser und hat sich auch schon mit der Enkelin ihrer Gassigängerin angefreundet. Wir wünschen uns für Lulu das weltbeste Zuhause bei netten Menschen, die viel Zeit haben. Lulu ist jung und wild und möchte nicht den ganzen Tag auf dem Sofa liegen. Am liebsten möchte sie überall dabei sein und toben, bis sie abends müde ist. Das eine oder andere muss man ihr natürlich noch beibringen, aber sie ist klug und wird bestimmt schnell lernen. Wenn Sie sich für die Adoption von Lulu interessieren, schreiben Sie uns bitte eine ausführliche Mail, in der Sie uns etwas über sich und Lulus zukünftiges Zuhause erzählen.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Cologne
Shelter
Tierheim Köln
Cared for by Tierheim Köln · CologneLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Lulu home

What you'll need for Lulu 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 Lulu

What life with Lulu looks like

Lulu is a large young adult german shepherd dog waiting at Tierheim Köln in Cologne.

An young 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 Lulu, answered.

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