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Kalle

Male · Senior · 14 years

Little Kalle has been with us before because he bit his owner. However, she insisted on getting him back, and the incident happened again. Although Kalle wasn't classified as dangerous, he is required to wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash. We’ve now drawn up a transfer agreement, and he’s looking for a new home. Unfortunately, he wasn’t consistently managed; instead, he was mistakenly encouraged to behave in this way. As a result, he defends certain items—such as chew toys, bones, or even toys. And here, Kalle really shows no mercy: once he sets his sights on something, he’ll go after it without hesitation. When it comes to food, the friendship pretty much ends. That’s why we’re looking for consistent people who have experience with this breed—and especially with this kind of behavior. Kalle can indeed be funny and sweet, but he can also be quite different. And you wouldn’t necessarily expect that when you look into his adorable little button eyes. He sometimes nips at dogs who are more accommodating toward him. However, in a group setting, this has actually worked out quite well. Still, Kalle should remain an only dog and won’t be placed in a family with children. After all, children might leave things lying around that he’d feel compelled to defend. Kalle does have a strong prey drive, but otherwise he shows no other unusual behaviors outdoors. Our dog carers would be delighted to advise you further. Warm regards, Manja Bretschneider Addendum, April 23, 2020: Due to the coronavirus crisis, our dogs mostly spend their time on the property and in the outdoor run. In the process, we’ve introduced Kalle to other dogs. We’re incredibly proud of our little button—he’s behaving superbly! The presence of other dogs seems to do him a lot of good. He runs around happily, full of joy, and even does real little leaps in the air. We could imagine that he’d fit in wonderfully in a pack of dogs—where his quirks wouldn’t put him quite so much in the spotlight anymore, but rather allow him simply to join in and follow along with the pack. We notice that he’s getting older and therefore becoming calmer. Dealing with him has become easier as he’s gotten older. Of course, caution remains paramount. But he truly deserves finally to be able to live a proper dog life again. Unfortunately, Kalle is experiencing pain in his knees and back. He’s currently undergoing treatment, and we sincerely hope the therapy will work well.

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Der kleine Kalle war schon einmal bei uns, weil er sein Frauchen gebissen hat. Sie wollte ihn aber unbedingt zurück, und der Vorfall wiederholte sich. Kalle wurde nicht als gefährlich eingestuft, hat aber eine Maulkorb- und Leinenpflicht. Es wurde nun ein Abtretungsvertrag geschlossen und er ist auf der Suche nach einem neuen Zuhause. Leider wurde er nicht konsequent gehalten, sondern ihm wurde fälschlicherweise ein solches Verhalten antrainiert. So verteidigt er bestimmte Sachen wie Kauohren, Knochen oder auch Spielzeug. Und hier kennt Kalle dann wirklich keine Freunde, sondern geht dann auch nach. Bei Futter hört die Freundschaft sozusagen auf.Daher sind konsequente Menschen gesucht, die Erfahrung mit der Rasse und speziell einem solchen Verhalten haben. Kalle kann auch wirklich witzig und süß sein, aber er kann eben auch ganz anders. Und das traut man ihm nicht unbedingt zu, wenn man in seine süßen Knopfaugen schaut.Entgegenkommende Hunde pampt er schon mal an. In der Gruppe hat das aber eigentlich ganz gut funktioniert. Kalle soll jedoch Einzelhund bleiben und wird auch nicht in eine Familie mit Kindern vermittelt. Hier bleibt doch mal schnell etwas liegen, was er verteidigen würde. Kalle hat Jagdtrieb, aber sonst keine Auffälligkeiten draußen.Unsere Hundepfleger beraten Sie sehr gerne. Herzliche GrüßeManja BretschneiderNachtrag 23.04.2020: Da durch die Corona-Krise unsere Hunde meist auf dem Gelände und im Auslauf unterwegs sind, haben wir in diesem Zuge Kalle mit anderen Hunden zusammen gebracht. Wir sind super stolz auf unseren kleinen Knopf, denn er benimmt sich super. Die Anwesenheit anderer Hunde scheint ihm sehr gut zu tun. Er läuft voller Freude durch die Gegend und macht regelrechte Luftsprünge. Wir könnten uns vorstellen, dass er super gut in einem Hunderudel aufgehoben wäre. In dem er mit seinen Auffälligkeiten nicht mehr so im Mittelpunkt steht, sondern einfach im Rudel mitlaufen kann. Wir merken, dass er immer älter und dadurch auch ruhiger wird. Der Umgang mit ihm fällt auf seine alten Tage leichter. Natürlich ist nach wie vor Vorsicht das oberste Gebot. Aber er hat es so sehr verdient, endlich wieder ein richtiges Hundeleben führen zu können. Leider hat Kalle Schmerzen in den Knien und im Rücken. Er wird derzeit behandelt und wir hoffen von Herzen, dass die Behandlung gut anschlägt.

Size
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇩🇪Wuppertal
Shelter
Tierheim Wuppertal
Living with Kalle
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierheim Wuppertal · Wuppertal

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Kalle home

What you'll need for Kalle 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
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    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

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Kalle

What life with Kalle looks like

Kalle is a senior dog waiting at Tierheim Wuppertal in Wuppertal.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Kalle, answered.

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