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Chico

Belgian Malinois · Male · Young · 3 years

I’m Chico—a young, athletic, and intelligent dog with great potential. I love learning, work enthusiastically for treats, and would be thrilled to take part in dog sports or engage in challenging mental activities. Yet beneath my energetic exterior lies a dog who needs time and understanding. Here’s what I’m like: I know the basic commands, am highly food-motivated, and adore water. With my trusted humans, I’m incredibly cuddly and thoroughly enjoy our time together. However, it takes me a while to truly trust someone. Due to my fear-aggression, I sometimes react uncertainly—even toward my own people at times. Additionally, I can’t be left alone and suffer from separation anxiety. On the leash, I tend to become quite agitated and don’t get along well with other dogs, cats, or children. I’m cautious around strangers, especially men. There was even an incident where I bit a stranger. I wear my muzzle reliably and calmly, and in my future home, I should continue wearing it initially so that everyone involved can work together safely. Moreover, my frustration tolerance is still low—and I’d love to work on that together with my people. What I’m looking for is a home with very experienced people who are familiar with challenging dogs and willing to accompany me step by step on my journey. Several meet-and-greet sessions will be necessary to build trust. I’m not a beginner dog, and I’m seeking people who can work with me consistently, calmly, and fairly. Dog sports and plenty of mental stimulation would help me channel my energy in the right direction. Would you like to get to know me? If you have experience, patience, and a passion for intensive training work, and if you’re ready to give a young dog the chance for a fresh start, I’d love to meet you. If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via the inquiry form below.

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Ich bin Chico … ein junger, sportlicher und kluger Hund mit viel Potenzial. Ich lerne gern, arbeite begeistert für Futter und hätte große Freude an Hundesport oder anspruchsvoller Kopfarbeit. Hinter meiner energiegeladenen Seite steckt aber auch ein Hund, der Zeit und Verständnis braucht. Das bin ich: Ich beherrsche die Grundkommandos, bin sehr futtermotiviert und liebe Wasser. Bei meinen Bezugspersonen bin ich ausgesprochen verschmust und genieße die gemeinsame Zeit. Bis ich jemandem wirklich vertraue, dauert es allerdings eine Weile. Aufgrund meiner Angstaggression reagiere ich derzeit allerdings auch gegenüber meinen Bezugspersonen manchmal unsicher. Außerdem kann ich nicht allein bleiben und leide unter Trennungsstress. An der Leine pöble ich heftig und komme weder mit anderen Hunden noch mit Katzen oder Kindern zurecht. Bei fremden Menschen bin ich skeptisch, insbesondere Männern. Es gab bereits einen Bissvorfall mit einer fremden Person. Meinen Maulkorb trage ich zuverlässig und entspannt. Auch in meinem künftigen Zuhause sollte ich ihn zunächst weiterhin tragen, damit alle Beteiligten sicher miteinander arbeiten können. Außerdem ist meine Frustrationstoleranz noch gering – auch daran möchte ich gemeinsam mit meinen Menschen arbeiten. Ich wünsche mir … ein Zuhause bei sehr erfahrenen Menschen, die sich mit schwierigen Hunden auskennen und bereit sind, mich Schritt für Schritt auf meinem Weg zu begleiten. Mehrere Kennenlerntermine werden nötig sein, damit Vertrauen entstehen kann. Ich bin kein Anfängerhund und suche Menschen, die konsequent, ruhig und fair mit mir arbeiten. Hundesport und viel geistige Auslastung würden mir dabei helfen, meine Energie in die richtigen Bahnen zu lenken. Möchtest du mich kennenlernen? Wenn du Erfahrung, Geduld und Freude an intensiver Trainingsarbeit mitbringst und einem jungen Hund die Chance auf einen Neuanfang geben möchtest, freue ich mich darauf, dich kennenzulernen. Melde dich bei Interesse gern über das Anfrageformular unten.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇩🇪Berlin
Shelter
Tierheim Berlin
Living with Chico
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Berlin · BerlinLearn about Belgian Malinois

Listed 1 month 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 large young adult belgian malinois dog waiting at Tierheim Berlin in Berlin.

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 Chico, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Chico?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Berlin 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 — Tierheim Berlin 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 Tierheim Berlin 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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