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Buddy

Maltese · Male · Adult · 6 years

Our little buddy is looking for a home where he can finally feel truly at home. The 6-year-old Maltese was surrendered to us because there had been snapping incidents in his previous home. At our animal shelter, Buddy shows himself to be approachable: He enjoys being petted, seeks the company of his trusted caregivers, and continues to develop more and more each day. Of course, Buddy does have some areas that need improvement, and his new owners will need to work on these together with him. Attending dog training school is very important for him, as it will help him gain confidence and further solidify the foundations for harmonious coexistence. Buddy also still needs to learn how to handle being left alone, and this should be introduced gradually and with great care. With other dogs, it’s all about whether they like each other or not. Unfortunately, we can’t say for sure whether Buddy gets along with cats, as we don’t have any experience in that regard. As a Maltese, Buddy requires regular grooming. Visits to the groomer are just as essential for him as daily brushing. Right now, Buddy isn’t particularly fond of being brushed yet, so this should continue to be practiced patiently and with positive reinforcement. In addition, during his stay with us, Buddy already received dental treatment and can now start his new life with a healthy set of teeth. We’d like to find a calm home for Buddy—one where people are willing to give him time, patience, and loving, consistent guidance. Small children shouldn’t live in the household. On the other hand, we could well imagine teenagers who understand respectful interactions with dogs. Buddy is looking for people who don’t just love him for his cute appearance, but who will give him the chance to build trust and work together with him toward a happy future. Whoever gives him this opportunity will gain a loving little companion who, with the right guidance, can show just how big his heart really is.

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Unser kleiner Buddy ist auf der Suche nach einem Zuhause, in dem er endlich ankommen darf. Der 6 Jahre zeigt sich bei uns im Tierheim sehr zugänglich: Er genießt Streicheleinheiten, sucht die Nähe seiner Bezugspersonen und entwickelt sich jeden Tag ein Stück weiter. Natürlich bringt Buddy auch kleine Baustellen mit, an denen seine neuen Menschen gemeinsam mit ihm arbeiten sollten. Der Besuch einer Hundeschule ist für ihn sehr wichtig, damit er Sicherheit gewinnt und die Grundlagen für ein harmonisches Zusammenleben weiter gefestigt werden. Mit anderen Hunden entscheidet bei ihm die Sympathie. Buddy ist leider mit Katzen nicht kompatibel. Als Malteser benötigt Buddy regelmäßige Fellpflege. Besuche beim Hundefriseur gehören für ihn ebenso dazu wie das tägliche Bürsten. Gerade das Bürsten lässt Buddy derzeit noch nicht besonders gerne zu und sollte deshalb geduldig und mit positiver Bestärkung weiter geübt werden. Außerdem durfte Buddy während seines Aufenthalts bei uns bereits eine Zahnsanierung erhalten und kann nun mit einem gesunden Gebiss in sein neues Leben starten. Für Buddy wünschen wir uns ein ruhiges Zuhause bei Menschen, die bereit sind, ihm Zeit, Geduld und eine liebevolle, konsequente Führung zu schenken. Kleine Kinder sollten nicht im Haushalt leben. Teenager, die den respektvollen Umgang mit Hunden kennen, können wir uns hingegen gut vorstellen. Buddy sucht Menschen, die ihn nicht nur wegen seines niedlichen Aussehens lieben, sondern ihm die Chance geben, Vertrauen aufzubauen und gemeinsam mit ihm an einer glücklichen Zukunft zu arbeiten. Wer ihm diese Chance schenkt, gewinnt einen liebevollen kleinen Begleiter, der mit der richtigen Führung sein großes Herz zeigen kann.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇩🇪Ulm
Shelter
Tierheim Ulm
Living with Buddy
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Ulm · UlmLearn about Maltese

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Buddy home

What you'll need for Buddy 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 Buddy

What life with Buddy looks like

Buddy is a small adult maltese dog waiting at Tierheim Ulm in Ulm.

An 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. 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 Buddy, answered.

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