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Crista

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 1 month

Description Our animal welfare workers report: During their daily route to feed the street dogs at certain collection points, our animal rescuer Paula routinely stops at the woods in Targu Jiu, as dogs are often abandoned there. In fact, on Christmas Day, she heard a faint whimpering and discovered a female puppy about 6 weeks old. Scared, alone, and hungry, she stumbled over the frozen ground. She was undoubtedly an unwanted Christmas present and was cruelly abandoned. Her chances of survival were zero. A 6-week-old puppy is far too young to be separated from its mother, but fate was kind to Crista, who was later named, and sent her Paula as a saving angel. Since then, Crista has lived peacefully with other dogs and cats in Paula’s shelter. She greets everyone with friendliness and openness, and with her charming personality, she conquers hearts in no time. Crista is age-appropriate, active, playful, and full of joy. She is a magical and cuddly female dog who enjoys cuddles very much. She needs a person or a family to guide her through life, provide routine and rituals for security, so she can build trust and fulfill her potential. She dreams of accompanying her people on walks, wandering through fields and forests, and exploring the world outside the shelter. From her warm eyes, one can see the longing for love and security, her own dog bed, and a full bowl, but especially to be part of a family. Crista is still growing and is expected to be medium-sized (approximately 45 to 50 cm). Those who open their hearts to the magical Crista, who in return generously shares kisses, should note: Please be aware:

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Beschreibung Unsere Tierschützer berichten: Auf ihrer täglichen Fahrt zur Versorgung der Straßenhunde an bestimmten Sammelplätzen hält unsere Tierschützerin Paula routinemäßig an dem Wäldchen in Targu Jiu, weil dort oft Hunde ausgesetzt werden. Tatsächlich hörte sie am 1. Weihnachtsfeiertag ein leises Wimmern und entdeckte ein ca. 6 Wochen altes Welpenmädchen. Verängstigt, einsam und hungrig tapste sie über den gefrorenen Boden. Bestimmt war sie ein ungewolltes Weihnachtsgeschenk und wurde herzlos ausgesetzt. Ihre Überlebenschance war gleich null. Ein 6 Wochen alter Welpe ist viel zu jung, um von seiner Mutter getrennt zu werden, doch das Schicksal meinte es gut mit Crista, wie sie später genannt wurde, und schickte ihr Paula als rettenden Engel. Seitdem lebt Crista mit anderen Hunden und Katzen friedlich zusammen in Paulas Auffangstation. Sie begegnet jedem freundlich und aufgeschlossen und erobert mit ihrem lieblichen Charme die Herzen der Menschen im Sturm. Crista ist altersentsprechend aktiv, verspielt und voller Lebensfreude. Sie ist eine zauberhafte und verschmuste Hündin und genießt Streicheleinheiten sehr. Sie braucht einen Menschen oder eine Familie, die sie durchs Leben führen, anleiten und ihr mit Routine und Ritualen Sicherheit geben, damit sie Vertrauen aufbauen und ihr Potenzial entfalten kann. Sie träumt davon, ihre Menschen auf Spaziergängen zu begleiten, durch Wiesen und Wälder zu streifen und die Welt außerhalb der Auffangstation zu entdecken. Aus ihren warmen Augen spricht die Sehnsucht nach Liebe und Geborgenheit, nach einem eigenen Körbchen und einem gefüllten Napf, aber ganz besonders danach, Teil einer Familie zu sein. Crista befindet sich noch im Wachstum und wird vermutlich mittelgroß (ca. 45 bis 50 cm). Wer öffnet sein Herz für die zauberhafte Crista, die im Gegenzug großzügig Küsschen verteilt. Vorsorglich hat sie ihr Köfferchen gepackt und ganz viel Liebe darin verstaut. Bitte beachten Sie:Die Rückmeldungen der Tierheime spiegeln das aktuelle Verhalten der hier zur

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 1 month
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierischgeholfen e.V.
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Bringing Crista home

What you'll need for Crista 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 Crista

What life with Crista looks like

Crista is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierischgeholfen e.V. in Germany.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Crista, answered.

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