How do I contact the shelter about Chiqui?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Chiqui on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Chiqui if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SALVA Hundehilfe 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 Chiqui 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 Chiqui 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 SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Chiqui 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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Chiqui

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 14 years

Chiqui - looking for a final home Chiqui hasn't had a nice life so far. She was never properly cared for, and love was a rarity in her existence. For a while, she lived in a small shelter in Spain, but proper care was not possible there either. Over the last half year, Chiqui has lost a lot of weight, and we were happy to find a nice foster home for the elderly lady in Germany. Chiqui is really blooming there. She enjoys being pampered and loves being with the other dogs. The rural environment suits her because she has never seen anything else in her long life. Unfortunately, the veterinarian found several malignant tumors in both mammary glands and also a malignant tumor in her jaw that cannot be removed. Chiqui is now receiving palliative care, and she is doing well. She doesn't have any pain. According to the veterinarian, she has a very lucky chance to live another year, but of course it can also be less. Anyone wanting to give Chiqui a home for the rest of her life must know that the farewell is already waiting again. And this must be emotionally manageable. But we know that there are such heart people who would like to give their love to such a dog for the, although short, remaining time of life. In her last home, Chiqui needs constant care, at least a garden, a dog-friendly companion and ground floor living.

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Chiqui – sucht einen letzten Lebensplatz Chiqui hatte kein schönes Leben bisher. Nie wurde sich angemessen um sie gekümmert, Liebe war in ihrem Dasein Mangelware. Eine Zeit lang hat sie zuletzt in einer kleinen Auffangstation in Spanien gelebt, aber eine angemessene Versorgung war auch hier nicht möglich. Im letzten halben Jahr hat Chiqui enorm abgebaut und so waren wir froh, für die alte Dame in Deutschland eine schöne Pflegestelle zu finden. Hier blüht Chiqui richtig auf. Sie genießt es, verwöhnt zu werden und liebt das Zusammensein mit den anderen Hunden. Das ländliche Umfeld kommt ihr entgegen, denn etwas anderes hat sie in ihrem langen Leben nie gesehen. Leider hat die Tierärztin in beiden Milchleisten etliche bösartige Tumore festgestellt und auch in ihrem Kiefer sitzt ein bösartiger Tumor, der nicht entfernt werden kann. Chiqui wird nun palliativ versorgt und es geht ihr gut. Schmerzen hat sie nicht. Laut Auskunft der Tierärztin hat sie mit sehr viel Glück noch ein Jahr zu leben, es kann aber natürlich auch weniger sein. Wer Chiqui ein Zuhause für den Rest ihres Lebens geben möchte, muss wissen, dass der Abschied schon direkt wieder lauert. Und das muss man emotional verkraften können. Aber wir wissen, dass es solche Herzensmenschen gibt, die genau einem solchen Hund für die, wenn auch kurze restliche Lebenszeit ihre Liebe schenken möchten. In ihrem letzten Zuhause braucht Chiqui stetige Betreuung, auf jeden Fall einen Garten, mindestens einen vorhandenen Hundefreund und ebenerdiges Wohnen.

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Age

Senior · 14 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.

Living with Chiqui

✕Spayed
✓Good with dogs
✕Good with cats

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About Chiqui

What life with Chiqui looks like

Chiqui is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Chiqui, answered.

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