How do I contact the shelter about Francesca?

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

Can I adopt Francesca 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 Francesca 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 Francesca 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 Francesca 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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Francesca

Chihuahua · Female

Francesca was found all alone on the street and brought to safety by animal rescue. It is a complete mystery why this wonderful dog was not missed. Now she looks forward and seeks people who will never leave her side again. Francesca is an absolute great friend on four paws! She has a golden nature and loves everyone and is very dog-friendly: Whether tiny, medium-sized or huge – Francesca gets along with all her fellow canines and loves to play with her shelter buddies. She is people-oriented: She adores the attention of us two-legged creatures and enjoys every caress to the fullest. Francesca shows no separation anxiety. She can wonderfully occupy herself, do her own thing and loves the perfect mix of active playtime and cozy cuddle hours.The little "but"...It must be honest: Francesca loves life – and currently also food a bit too much! With her 6 kg, the little mouse has a bit of overweight (neck circumference 29 cm, chest circumference 46 cm) and brings a sympathetic, but unhealthy prosperity plate. For her new home, she is looking for loving "personal trainers". With the right diet and regular, beautiful walks, the pounds will drop, so she can run through life again. Do you want to help Francesca lose weight and get the most loyal companion in the world? Then contact us! Please note:The feedback from animal shelters and foster homes reflects the current behavior of those listed here.

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Beschreibung Unsere Tierschützer berichten: Francesca wurde ganz alleine auf der Straße gefunden und von der Tierrettung in Sicherheit gebracht. Warum diese tolle Hündin niemand vermisst hat, ist uns ein absolutes Rätsel. Jetzt blickt sie nach vorne und sucht Menschen, die sie nie wieder im Stich lassen.Francesca ist eine absolute tolle Freundin auf vier Pfoten! Sie hat ein goldenes Wesen und liebt einfach jeden und ist dabei sehr hundefreundlich: Egal ob winzig klein, mittelgroß oder riesig – Francesca versteht sich mit allen Artgenossen blendend und spielt unheimlich gerne mit ihren Tierheim-Kumpels. Sie ist menschenbezogen: Sie vergöttert die Aufmerksamkeit von uns Zweibeinern und genießt jede Streicheleinheit in vollen Zügen. Francesca zeigt keinerlei Trennungsangst. Sie kann sich wunderbar selbst beschäftigen, ihr "eigenes Ding" machen und liebt die perfekte Mischung aus aktiver Spielzeit und gemütlichen Kuschelstunden.Das kleine "Aber"...Man muss es ehrlich sagen: Francesca liebt das Leben – und aktuell auch das Essen etwas zu sehr! Mit ihren 6 kg hat die kleine Maus einiges an Übergewicht (Halsumfang 29 cm, Brustumfang 46 cm) und bringt eine sympathische, aber ungesunde Wohlstandsplatte mit. Für ihr neues Zuhause sucht sie daher liebevolle "Personal Trainer". Mit der richtigen Ernährung und regelmäßigen, schönen Spaziergängen werden die Pfunde purzeln, damit sie wieder flink durchs Leben flitzen kann. Möchtest du Francesca beim Abnehmen helfen und dafür die treueste Begleiterin der Welt bekommen? Dann melde dich bei uns! Bitte beachten Sie:Die Rückmeldungen der Tierheime und Pflegestellen spiegeln das aktuelle Verhalten der hier zur

Size

Tiny

Age

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Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Tierischgeholfen e.V.

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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Francesca home

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About Francesca

What life with Francesca looks like

Francesca is a very small adult chihuahua dog waiting at Tierischgeholfen e.V. in Germany.

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 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 Francesca, answered.

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