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Chico

Male · Young · 2 years

Chico—a typical “Aussie”—is a quintessential Australian Shepherd: highly active, bursting with energy, playful, and sometimes a bit wild. He’s full of charm and loves to be actively engaged with his future humans. Chico tends to pull on the leash, so he needs clear boundaries. Even inside the home, he may occasionally question rules—and that’s when he needs guidance from consistent, firm owners. If this young male dog gets caught in a frustration spiral, he might start to redirect his behavior. However, if you immediately show him that leash-pulling is unwanted, he’ll readily stop. We’d recommend placing him with experienced dog owners who can provide him with the calmness and stability he needs. Too many environmental stimuli could overwhelm him, which is why we’d prefer a more rural setting for him. He gets along well with other dogs. He knows basic commands, though leash manners still need some work. He’s somewhat skeptical around certain male dogs, but most of the time he’s friendly and open-minded.

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Chico – ein typischer „Aussie“ Chico ist ein typischer Australian Sheperd, sehr aktiv, sehr energiegeladen, witzig und manchmal etwas wild. Er ist verspielt und möchte gern aktiv mit seinen zukünftigen Menschen sein. Chico neigt zum Leinepöbeln und braucht daher klare Grenzen. Auch im häuslichen Bereich kann es sein, dass er Regeln hinterfragt. Dann braucht er die Anleitung konsequenter Menschen. Wenn der junge Rüde sich in einen Frusttunnel steigert, kann es sein, dass er umlenkt. Zeigt man ihm aber direkt, dass Leinepöbeln unerwünscht ist, lässt er sich gut abbrechen. Wir sehen ihn bei Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung, die ihm die Ruhe vermitteln, die er braucht. Zu viele Umweltreize können ihn überfordern. Deswegen wünschen wir uns ein eher ländliches Umfeld für ihn. Mit anderen Hunden ist er verträglich. Grundkommandos beherrscht er, an der Leinenführigkeit muss noch gearbeitet werden. Manchen Männern begegnet er etwas skeptisch, aber meistens ist er freundlich und aufgeschlossen.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt e.V.
Cared for by Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt e.V. · Germany

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Chico home

What you'll need for Chico 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 Chico

What life with Chico looks like

Chico is a young adult dog waiting at Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt e.V. in Germany.

An 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. 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 Chico, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Chico?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Chico on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Chico if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Chico 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 Chico 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 Tiernothilfe Schwalmstadt e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Chico 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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