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Chips

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 4 years

Hello World! My name is Chips. I was found running free, and fortunately, no one claimed me because I wasn't doing so well earlier. I am more unsure around strangers, especially men, and it takes me longer to warm up. Once the ice is broken, I am a loyal, seasoned, and loving companion. I can be unsure about new things, but with the support of a primary caregiver and enough time to observe the scary events, I quickly realize that nothing bad will happen to me and I become much braver the next time! My animal caretakers call me "Mamakind" because I like to snuggle closely to my trusted people when I feel insecure – this gives me the necessary security. On the leash, I am well-behaved, and I usually handle dog encounters with great skill. I get along very well with dogs and can also coexist peacefully with cats. I can already wear a muzzle and travel in the car. Since I likely came from an illegal breeding – ear and tail docking are forbidden in Austria – my physical conditions are not the best. My hips are not in good condition. For more details, please have a personal conversation with our veterinarian. I am looking for a home with people who want to care for me with a loving and gentle touch. I still have a lot to learn, but I am incredibly eager to do everything right. I do not want to live directly in the city; it is too much hustle and bustle for me. Children should already be in their teenage years. My new people should have the time and opportunity to visit me often at the animal shelter so that we can build a good trust relationship. Do you want to give me a chance?.

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Hallooo Welt!Mein Name ist Chips.Freilaufend wurde ich gefunden, zum Glück hat sich niemand gemeldet, denn mir ging es früher wohl nicht besonders gut.Ich bin bei fremden Menschen eher unsicher, vor allem bei Männern brauche ich länger um aufzutauen. Ist das Eis einmal gebrochen, bin ich ein treuer, verschmuster und liebevoller Begleiter. Neuem stehe ich manchmal unsicher gegenüber, durch Unterstützung einer Bezugsperson und genug Zeit das gruselige Geschehen zu beobachten, merke ich schnell, dass mir nichts passiert und bin beim nächsten Mal schon viel mutiger! Meine Tierpflegerinnen bezeichnen mich als "Mamakind", weil ich mich gerne ganz nah an meine Bezugspersonen herandrücke wenn ich unsicher bin - das gibt mir die nötige Sicherheit. An der Leine gehe ich brav, auch Hundebegegnungen meistere ich mit Bravour. Mit Hunden zeige ich mich sehr gut verträglich und auch mit Katzen kann ich problemlos zusammenwohnen. Ich kann bereits einen Maulkorb tragen und mit dem Auto mitfahren. Da ich wohl aus einer illegalen Zucht stamme - das kupieren von Ohren und Schweif ist in Österreich verboten - sind auch meine Anlagen nicht die Besten, leider sind meine Hüften nicht in Ordnung. Näheres gerne dann im persönlichen Gespräch mit unserer Tierärztin.Ich suche ein Zuhause bei Menschen die einen liebevollen und sanften Umgang mit mir pflegen möchten. Ich muss noch vieles lernen, bin aber unglaublich bemüht und möchte alles richtig machen. Direkt in der Stadt möchte ich nicht wohnen, das ist mir zu viel Trubel. Kinder sollten schon im Teenageralter sein. Meine neuen Menschen sollten die Zeit und die Möglichkeit haben, mich auch öfters im Tierheim zu besuchen, damit wir ein gutes Vertrauensverhältnis aufbauen können.Willst du mir eine Chance geben?Dein Chips

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇦🇹St. Pölten
Shelter
Tierschutzverein St. Pölten
Living with Chips
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein St. Pölten · St. PöltenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Chips home

What you'll need for Chips 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

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    €20–35

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About Chips

What life with Chips looks like

Chips is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein St. Pölten in St. Pölten.

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 Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

St. Pölten, Austria — browse more dogs in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Chips, answered.

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