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Elsie

Maltese · Female

Elsie originally came to us as a found animal and has since made a wonderful development. At first a bit cautious, she shows today how much joy of life is in her when she trusts a person. Once her heart is won, Elsie transforms into a true ray of sunshine: she loves cuddles, enjoys closeness, and really blossoms when she can spend time with her trusted people. Elsie is active, curious, and a real bundle of energy. She wants to be both physically and mentally challenged and looks forward to people who enjoy working with her and giving her security. Now, all Elsie wishes for is to finally find her own home 🏡 – with people who will give her time, build her trust, and are ready to go through life with her. Anyone who gives her a chance gets a loving, cheerful, and grateful companion in return.

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Elsie kam ursprünglich als Fundtier zu uns und hat seitdem eine wunderbare Entwicklung gemacht. Anfangs noch etwas vorsichtig, zeigt sie heute, wie viel Lebensfreude in ihr steckt, sobald sie einem Menschen vertraut. Hat man erst einmal ihr Herz gewonnen, verwandelt sich Elsie in ein echtes Sonnenscheinchen: Sie liebt ihre Streicheleinheiten, genießt Nähe und blüht richtig auf, wenn sie Zeit mit ihren Bezugspersonen verbringen darf. Elsie ist aktiv, neugierig und ein wahres Energiebündel. Sie möchte sowohl körperlich als auch geistig ausgelastet werden und freut sich über Menschen, die Spaß daran haben, mit ihr zu arbeiten und ihr Sicherheit zu geben. Nun wünscht sich Elsie nichts mehr, als endlich ein eigenes Zuhause zu finden 🏡 – bei Menschen, die ihr Zeit geben, Vertrauen aufzubauen, und die bereit sind, gemeinsam mit ihr durchs Leben zu gehen. Wer ihr eine Chance gibt, bekommt eine liebevolle, fröhliche und dankbare Begleiterin zurück. 💕

Size
Age
Location
🇦🇹Graz
Shelter
Landestierschutzverein Steiermark
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Bringing Elsie home

What you'll need for Elsie 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 Elsie

What life with Elsie looks like

Elsie is a adult maltese dog waiting at Landestierschutzverein Steiermark in Graz.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Elsie, answered.

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