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Thyson

English Bulldog · Male · Senior · 10 years

Thyson has been with us for several months. The little male was seized, but unfortunately not picked up. So it's time to find him a new home. We know there are many Frenchie fans, but Thyson is not a dog that jumps on everyone's lap right away. At first, he was quite grumpy with us, which was probably due to the stress. Even now, he's not a big cuddle dog. He's friendly, enjoys walks and is compatible with other dogs. However, you always have to see how he's feeling. We know he's lived in a family with many children before. So maybe he has a completely different side we haven't met yet. We want to give the little guy to good hands, to people who know his breed and accept him as he is. During walks, Thyson is very calm and balanced. Even at ten years old, he's still in good shape - attentive, smart and fit. He loves his walks in the woods, where he can sniff around. He walks well on a leash, usually trotting along. He thoroughly enjoys rolling on a meadow. Unlike many Frenchies, he breathes quietly, only "snorting" a bit in the heat. He gets along well with other dogs and enjoys walks with familiar dogs. Joggers, cyclists and prams don't bother him. The walks with him are relaxed and pleasant. He knows most basic commands. He's enthusiastic about search games with hidden treats - whether on a meadow or in a tree trunk, he finds them all. Thyson is not a cuddle dog. He only wants to be touched by familiar people and with the respect shown, and it takes a while to gain his trust - you can't force or coerce him into anything. If you're interested in adopting Thyson, please write us a detailed email.

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Thyson ist bereits seit einigen Monaten bei uns. Der kleine Rüde wurde sichergestellt, aber leider nicht abgeholt. Es ist also an der Zeit, ein neues Zuhause für ihn zu finden. Wir wissen, dass es viele Frenchie-Fans gibt, aber Thyson ist kein Hund, der jedem sofort auf den Schoß springt. Am Anfang war er bei uns ziemlich grantig, was bestimmt auch dem Stress geschuldet war. Auch jetzt ist er kein großer Kuschelhund. Er ist freundlich, geht gerne spazieren und ist verträglich mit anderen Hunden. Man muss jedoch immer schauen, wie er gerade gelaunt ist. Wir wissen, dass er bisher in einer kinderreichen Familie gelebt hat. Vielleicht hat er also noch eine ganz andere Seite, die wir bisher noch nicht kennengelernt haben. Wir möchten den kleinen Kerl in gute Hände geben, zu Menschen, die sich mit seiner Rasse auskennen und ihn so nehmen, wie er ist Bei den Gassirunden ist Thyson sehr gelassen und ausgeglichen. Auch mit zehn Jahren ist er noch in guter Form – aufmerksam, klug und fit. Er liebt seine Spaziergänge im Wald, bei denen er ausgiebig schnüffeln kann. An der Leine läuft er sehr gut, meist trabt er locker voran. Das Wälzen auf einer Wiese genießt er in vollen Zügen. Anders als viele Frenchies atmet er geräuschlos, nur bei Hitze „schnorchelt“ er ein wenig.Mit Artgenossen ist er unkompliziert und geht auch gerne gemeinsam mit bekannten Hunden Gassi. Jogger, Radfahrer und Kinderwagen bringen ihn nicht aus der Ruhe. Die Spaziergänge mit ihm sind entspannt und angenehm. Die meisten Grundkommandos beherrscht er sicher. Er begeistert sich für Suchspiele mit versteckten Leckerchen – egal, ob auf einer Wiese oder in einer Baumrinde, er findet alle. Thyson ist kein Kuschelhund. Er möchte nur von vertrauten Menschen und mit dem gebotenen Respekt angefasst werden und es dauert eine Weile, um sein Vertrauen zu gewinnen – man darf ihn zu nichts zwingen oder nötigen. Wenn Sie sich für die Adoption von Thyson interessieren, schreiben Sie uns bitte eine ausführliche E-Mail.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Cologne
Shelter
Tierheim Köln
Living with Thyson
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Köln · CologneLearn about English Bulldog →

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Thyson home

What you'll need for Thyson in week one.

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    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

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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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About Thyson

What life with Thyson looks like

Thyson is a small senior english bulldog dog waiting at Tierheim Köln in Cologne.

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.

Cologne, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Thyson, answered.

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