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Chihuahua · Male · Senior · 11 years

Hello, I am Kalu. I was rescued with 30 other dogs from a Messi household. I probably lived there my whole life, where I didn't learn anything, so I am still very afraid. Here, I need to learn to trust people. I am really, really afraid, and sometimes in my fear I might snap at something, not meaning any harm, but I am so scared that I don't know what to do. It takes a lot of patience and calmness with me. Since I didn't learn anything in my first years of life, all of this is new to me. When they put the harness on me, I freeze for a moment. I am just learning to walk on a leash, and I know how to do it slowly, but going for a real walk is still too anxious for me. The people here, whom I have already gotten to know, can already gently stroke me. I still find it very anxious, but I will definitely get used to it eventually; it just takes time. I wish for a quiet home where the people can show me that they trust me and can also show me the beautiful sides of life. The people need to have a lot of patience with me until I trust them. I wouldn't mind a second dog who can give me the security I need. I am also afraid of small children, who should not be in my new home. So, if someone wants to give me a chance at a new life, please contact the animal shelter. Even if you can take me in, you are welcome to visit the animal shelter and cuddle with me, but only with a scheduled appointment.???

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Hallo, ich bin Kalu. Ich wurde mit 30 anderen Hunden aus einem Messi-Haushalt gerettet. Dort habe ich vermutlich mein ganzes Leben lang gelebt. Ich habe nichts kennengelernt, deswegen bin ich auch noch sehr ängstlich. Hier muss ich erstmal lernen, den Menschen zu vertrauen. Ich bin wirklich sehr, sehr ängstlich und es kann sein, dass ich in meiner Angst auch mal um mich schnappe, ich meine das nicht böse, aber ich habe dann so eine Angst, dass ich nicht weiß, was ich tun soll. Man braucht sehr viel Ruhe und Geduld mit mir. Da ich in den ersten Jahren meines Lebens nun mal nichts kennengelernt habe, ist das hier alles neu für mich. Wenn man mir das Geschirr anzieht, dann werde ich erstmal stocksteif. Ich lerne gerade an der Leine zu laufen, so langsam weiß ich auch, wie das geht, aber um richtig spazieren zu gehen habe ich einfach noch zu viel Angst. Die Menschen hier, die ich schon kennengelernt habe, können mich auch schon ganz vorsichtig streicheln. Ich finde das noch sehr gruselig, aber da werde ich mich bestimmt irgendwann dran gewöhnen, das braucht wohl einfach seine Zeit. Ich wünsche mir ein ruhiges Zuhause, in dem mir die Menschen zeigen können, dass ich ihnen vertrauen kann und sie mir auch die schönen Seiten des Lebens zeigen können. Die Menschen müssen sehr viel Geduld mit mir haben, bis ich ihnen vertraue. Ich hätte auch nichts gegen einen Zweithund, der mir die nötige Sicherheit geben kann, die ich brauche. Vor kleinen Kindern habe ich Angst, die sollten auch besser nicht in meinem neuen Zuhause sein. Also, wenn mir jemand die Chance zu einem neuen Leben geben möchte, dann meldet euch doch im Tierheim. Auch, wenn ihr mich nehmen könnt, dürft ihr mich gern im Tierheim besuchen und mit mir kuscheln, aber nur mit Termin.???? Euer Kalu

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇩🇪Remagen
Shelter
Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen.
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Bringing Kalu home

What you'll need for Kalu 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

    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 Kalu

What life with Kalu looks like

Kalu is a senior chihuahua dog waiting at Tierheim u. Tierschutzverein Kreis Ahrweiler e.V. / Tierheim Remagen. in Remagen.

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 Kalu, answered.

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