How do I contact the shelter about Gambit?

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

Can I adopt Gambit if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Dechanthof 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 Gambit already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?

Most cats 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 Gambit 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 Tierheim Dechanthof early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gambit 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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Gambit

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

mixed breed non-neutered male dog, born 2024 | Height: 58 cm | Weight: ca. 25 kg Children: see text | Cats: yes | Dogs: yes vaccinated | microchipped available This animal can be adopted upon finding suitable accommodation after sufficient familiarization. Gambit is a male mixed-breed dog born in 2024. He lived with his previous owners in a rural area in a house with a garden. The household included children aged 3 to 13 years old. Gambit was surrendered to us at the animal shelter due to issues with the male family members (parents and two sons aged 11 and 13). Unfortunately, there were situations where he either defended his mistress or his space (e.g., an eating table under which he was lying). Apart from these situations, he was described as very friendly and cuddly. Our impression confirms him to be a generally friendly and open character. The household also included a smaller second dog and a cat, with which he had no problems. Gambit has a good basic education and also goes well on a leash. All types of encounters do not pose a problem for the young fellow. He can stay alone at home for a reasonable amount of time and is also well house-trained. We are looking for people for Gambit who already have some dog experience and knowledge.

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Mischling nicht kastrierter Rüde, geb. 2024 Höhe: 58 cm | Gewicht: ca. 25 kg Kinder: siehe Text | Katzen: ja | Hunde: ja geimpft | gechipt vergabefrei Dieses Tier kann bei passendem Platz nach ausreichendem Kennenlernen adoptiert werden. Gambit ist ein 2024 geborener Mischlingsrüde. Er lebte bei seinen ehemaligen Besitzern im ländlichen Bereich in Haus mit Garten. Im Haushalt lebten Kinder im Alter von 3 bis 13 Jahren. Gambit wurde bei uns im Tierheim abgegeben, weil es zu Problemen mit den männlichen Familienmitgliedern (Elternteil und Söhne im Alter von 11 und 13 Jahren) gekommen ist. Es kam leider zu Situationen, in denen er entweder sein Frauchen oder seinen Raum (zB. einen Esstisch, unter dem er gelegen ist) verteidigt hat. Außerhalb dieser Situationen wurde er als sehr nett und kuschelbedürftig beschrieben. Auch unser Eindruck bestätigt einen grundsätzlich freundlichen und offenen Kerl, der jedoch in einigen Situationen ein Mischverhalten aus Unsicherheit und einvernehmendem Verhalten zeigt. Kurz zusammen gefasst ist er schnell verunsichert und überfordert mit Situationen, fordert jedoch recht schnell, vor allem Menschen, als Ressourcen ein. Im Haushalt lebten auch ein kleiner Zweithund und auch eine Katze, mit denen es laut Besitzer keinerlei Probleme gab. Gambit hat eine recht gute Grunderziehung und geht wunderbar an der Leine. Begegnungen aller Art stellen wenig Probleme für den jungen Burschen dar. Er kann eine angemessene Zeit alleine Zuhause bleiben und ist auch brav stubenrein. Wir suchen für Gambit Menschen, die schon über Hundeerfahrung und Wissen mitbringen.

Size

Small

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇦🇹Mistelbach

Shelter

Tierheim Dechanthof

Living with Gambit

✓House-trained
✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Tierheim Dechanthof · Mistelbach Learn about Mixed Breed →

More cats in Mistelbach →More cats in Austria →

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Gambit home

What you'll need for Gambit in week one.

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About Gambit

What life with Gambit looks like

Gambit is a small young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tierheim Dechanthof in Mistelbach.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇦🇹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.

Mistelbach, Austria — browse more cats in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gambit, answered.

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