How do I contact the shelter about Dana?

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 Dana on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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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Dana

Chihuahua · Female · Adult · 6 years

Chihuahua Dana – small female dog with a big heart looks for her Forever Home. The small Dana recently got to claim her ticket to happiness and travel to a loving foster home in Germany. From here, she sets out on the search for her own heart’s people. Dana shows herself to be an incredibly loving, people-oriented, and completely uncomplicated small female dog. She is very attuned to her people, enjoys the closeness, and already walks well on a leash. With her friendly nature, she casts a smile on her foster parents’ faces every day. Of course, as a shelter dog, Dana brings her own little story with her and may still have to learn a few things. But she already shows how much potential is in her and how much she simply wants to belong. A heart defect was diagnosed in Dana, which is why she takes heart medication. This, however, in no way restricts the little mouse and she enjoys her life full of joy and enthusiasm. For Dana, we wish loving, dog-experienced people who know and appreciate the specialities and needs of a Chihuahua. For although Dana is small, she of course does not want to be carried around as an accessory through life but be taken seriously as a full-fledged dog – with everything that goes with it. Who gives the little Dana a loving home where she can finally arrive forever? Then please contact her responsible matchmaker.

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Chihuahua Dana ist eine kleine Hündin mit großem Herz. Die kleine Dana durfte vor Kurzem ihr Ticket ins Glück lösen und auf eine liebevolle Pflegestelle nach Deutschland reisen. Von hier aus macht sie sich nun auf die Suche nach ihren eigenen Herzensmenschen. Dana zeigt sich als unglaublich liebe, menschenbezogene und ganz unkomplizierte kleine Hündin. Sie orientiert sich sehr an ihren Menschen, genießt die Nähe und läuft bereits prima an der Leine. Mit ihrer freundlichen Art zaubert sie ihren Pflegeeltern jeden Tag ein Lächeln ins Gesicht. Natürlich bringt Dana als Tierschutzhund ihre eigene kleine Geschichte mit und wird vielleicht noch das eine oder andere kennenlernen müssen. Aber sie zeigt schon jetzt, wie viel Potenzial in ihr steckt und wie gerne sie einfach dazugehören möchte. Bei Dana wurde ein Herzfehler festgestellt, weshalb sie Herzmedikamente bekommt. Das schränkt die kleine Maus jedoch in keinster Weise ein und sie genießt ihr Leben voller Freude und Lebenslust. Für Dana wünschen wir uns liebevolle, hundeerfahrene Menschen, die die Besonderheiten und Bedürfnisse eines Chihuahuas kennen und schätzen. Denn auch wenn Dana klein ist, möchte sie natürlich nicht als Accessoire durchs Leben getragen werden, sondern als vollwertiger Hund ernst genommen werden – mit allem, was dazugehört. Wer schenkt der kleinen Dana ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem sie endlich für immer ankommen darf? Dann melden Sie sich gerne bei ihrer zuständigen Vermittlerin. Hier geht’s zu Danas Video

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.

Living with Dana

✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs

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About Dana

What life with Dana looks like

Dana is a large adult chihuahua dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

An 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 Dana, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dana?: 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 Dana on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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.