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Kilanya

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Kilanya, born in 2020 and about 57 cm tall, is a male dog with a big heart behind a small, grumbly-cautious exterior. When you first meet him, he likes to present himself as a "grumble bear" who prefers to keep his distance and first checks who is standing in front of him. Yet already on a second visit he noticeably opens up and shows that there is much more inside him than his initial grumbling would suggest. Kilanya gets along harmoniously with a female dog and shows himself there to be social, calm and well-balanced. He observes attentively, weighs things up and then confidently decides when he is ready to allow closeness. When he feels safe, he shows his full splendor: a beautiful, gentle male dog who seeks bonding, but at his own pace. It quickly becomes clear that Kilanya is a dog who needs clear structure, loving guidance and reliable people. He wants to be understood, not pushed. With patience, calm and a confident counterpart, he becomes a loyal companion who forms a deep bond with his people. For Kilanya we are looking for experienced dog people who: 1. respect his initial insecurity 2. give him orientation and security 3. enjoy building trust and showing him that he does not need to grumble to protect himself. Whether as a foster placement or a forever home, what matters most is an environment that sees him for who he is: a sensitive, impressive male dog who is simply waiting to finally be allowed to arrive. Kilanya is neutered and will be vaccinated, microchipped, and placed with a protection contract after a positive preliminary check. General note on our dogs: Our dogs in Romania are visited regularly so that we can repeatedly reassess their behavior and development. These personal impressions help us greatly in conveying as accurate a picture as possible of each individual dog. However, we would like to point out that a dog may behave differently in a new environment, with new people, new routines and new impressions. This is completely normal and part of any process of change. Many dogs open up even faster in a home and show sides that were not visible at the shelter at all. Our assessments are therefore based on current observations, but are not a guarantee for every behavior in a new environment. They are meant to provide orientation and show how the dog presents himself at the shelter, and what potential lies within him. We are convinced that with patience, understanding and a loving environment, every dog can find his way and continue to develop positively.

DE·Show original

Kilanya, geb. 2020 und etwa 57 cm groß, ist ein Rüde mit einem großen Herzen hinter einer kleinen, brummelig‑vorsichtigen Fassade. Beim ersten Kennenlernen zeigt er sich gern als „Brummelbär“, der lieber auf Abstand bleibt und erst einmal prüft, wer da vor ihm steht. Doch schon beim zweiten Besuch taut er spürbar auf und zeigt, dass in ihm viel mehr steckt als sein anfängliches Grummeln vermuten lässt. Kilanya lebt harmonisch mit einer Hündin zusammen und zeigt sich dort sozial, ruhig und ausgeglichen. Er beobachtet aufmerksam, wägt ab und entscheidet dann selbstbewusst, wann er bereit ist, Nähe zuzulassen. Wenn er sich sicher fühlt, zeigt er seine ganze Pracht: ein wunderschöner, sanfter Rüde, der Bindung sucht, aber in seinem eigenen Tempo.Man merkt schnell, dass Kilanya ein Hund ist, der klare Strukturen, liebevolle Führung und verlässliche Menschen braucht. Er möchte verstanden werden, nicht gedrängt. Mit Geduld, Ruhe und einem souveränen Gegenüber wird er zu einem treuen Begleiter, der seine Menschen tief ins Herz schließt.Für Kilanya suchen wir hundeerfahrene Menschen, die:1. seine anfängliche Unsicherheit respektieren2. ihm Orientierung und Sicherheit geben3. Freude daran haben, Vertrauen aufzubauen und ihm zeigen, dass er nicht brummeln muss, um sich zu schützen.Ob als Pflegestelle oder Für‑immer‑Zuhause – wichtig ist vor allem ein Umfeld, das ihn sieht, wie er ist: ein sensibler, beeindruckender Rüde, der nur darauf wartet, endlich ankommen zu dürfen.Kilanya ist kastriert und wird geimpft, gechipt und nach positiver Vorkontrolle mit einem Schutzvertrag vermittelt.Allgemeiner Hinweis zu unseren Schützlingen: Unsere Hunde in Rumänien werden regelmäßig besucht, damit wir ihr Verhalten und ihre Entwicklung immer wieder neu einschätzen können. Diese persönlichen Eindrücke helfen uns sehr, ein möglichst gutes Bild von jedem einzelnen Hund zu vermitteln. Dennoch möchten wir darauf hinweisen, dass sich ein Hund in einer neuen Umgebung – mit neuen Menschen, neuen Abläufen und neuen Eindrücken – auch anders zeigen kann. Das ist ganz normal und gehört zu jedem Veränderungsprozess dazu. Viele Hunde öffnen sich im Zuhause sogar schneller und zeigen Seiten, die im Shelter gar nicht sichtbar waren. Unsere Einschätzungen basieren daher auf aktuellen Beobachtungen, sind aber keine Garantie für jedes Verhalten im neuen Umfeld. Sie sollen eine Orientierung geben und zeigen, wie der Hund sich im Shelter präsentiert – und welches Potenzial in ihm steckt.Wir sind überzeugt: Mit Geduld, Verständnis und einem liebevollen Umfeld kann jeder Hund seinen Weg finden und sich positiv weiterentwickeln.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Vierbeiner in Not e.V.
Living with Kilanya
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by Vierbeiner in Not e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Kilanya home

What you'll need for Kilanya 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 Kilanya

What life with Kilanya looks like

Kilanya is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Vierbeiner in Not e.V. in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Kilanya, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Kilanya?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Vierbeiner in Not e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Kilanya on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Kilanya if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Vierbeiner in Not 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Kilanya 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 Kilanya 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 Vierbeiner in Not e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Kilanya 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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