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Maltese · Female · Adult · 7 years

Kimba - a small Maltese female dog is looking for a home Kimba is a 2018-born Maltese female dog originally from Spain, who has been living in a foster home in Germany since August. Initially, Kimba was a bit reserved. However, since her friend Winnie moved out, she is warming up more and more and is now seeking contact with her humans on her own. It is nice to see how she slowly gains trust and opens up more and more. Kimba is a very loving and calm little dog who is completely uncomplicated in her foster home. She does not bark, does not break anything and behaves pleasantly unobtrusive in the household. She likes to play with the existing stuffed animals, however. She also shows herself to be absolutely compatible with other dogs and food envy is a foreign word for her in the pack. Even everyday household noises are taken quite calmly by Kimba. Cats are no problem for Kimba either. Going for a walk is getting better from day to day. Kimba certainly still needs some time and security, but she is making great progress. She currently does not run stairs. However, this is not a big problem for her, because Kimba can be carried without any problems and wants above all one thing: to be there and belong to her humans. With a weight of under 4 kg and her pleasant size, Kimba is a small companion who can be taken everywhere. For her, a quiet, loving home would be ideal, where she is given the necessary time to continue to thaw and develop trust. A friendly first dog could be a big help to her. A fenced garden would also be nice for Kimba, as she could move around and discover the world at her own pace there. Kimba does not need big adventures and a hectic everyday life. She is looking for people who appreciate her calm and gentle nature and show her how beautiful a home can be. Whoever wants to get to know Kimba will get a small, lovable little dog by their side, who just likes to be there and is still waiting to finally arrive.

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Kimba – kleine Malteserhündin sucht ihr Zuhause Kimba ist eine 2018 geborene Malteserhündin, die ursprünglich aus Spanien kommt und seit August auf ihrer Pflegestelle in Deutschland lebt. Anfangs zeigte sich Kimba noch etwas zurückhaltend. Seit ihre Freundin Winnie ausgezogen ist, taut sie jedoch zusehends auf und sucht mittlerweile immer häufiger von sich aus den Kontakt zu ihren Menschen. Es ist schön zu sehen, wie sie langsam Vertrauen fasst und sich immer mehr öffnet. Kimba ist eine ausgesprochen liebe und ruhige kleine Hündin, die sich auf ihrer Pflegestelle völlig unkompliziert zeigt. Sie bellt nicht, macht nichts kaputt und verhält sich im Haushalt angenehm unauffällig. Mit den vorhandenen Kuscheltieren spielt sie hingegen gerne. Auch im Zusammenleben mit anderen Hunden zeigt sie sich absolut verträglich und Futterneid ist für sie im Rudel ein Fremdwort. Selbst die alltäglichen Haushaltsgeräusche nimmt sie ganz gelassen hin. Auch Katzen sind für Kimba kein Problem. Das Gassigehen klappt von Tag zu Tag besser. Kimba braucht dabei sicherlich noch etwas Zeit und Sicherheit, aber sie macht tolle Fortschritte. Treppen läuft sie derzeit noch nicht. Das ist für sie allerdings kein großes Problem, denn Kimba lässt sich problemlos tragen und möchte vor allem eines: dabei sein und zu ihren Menschen gehören. Mit einem Gewicht von unter 4 kg und ihrer angenehmen Größe ist Kimba eine kleine Begleiterin, die wunderbar überallhin mitgenommen werden kann. Für sie wäre ein ruhiges, liebevolles Zuhause ideal, in dem man ihr die nötige Zeit gibt, weiter aufzutauen und Vertrauen zu entwickeln. Ein freundlicher Ersthund könnte ihr dabei eine große Hilfe sein. Auch ein eingezäunter Garten wäre für Kimba schön, da sie sich dort in ihrem eigenen Tempo bewegen und die Welt entdecken könnte. Kimba braucht keine großen Abenteuer und keinen hektischen Alltag. Sie sucht Menschen, die ihre ruhige und sanfte Art zu schätzen wissen und ihr zeigen, wie schön ein eigenes Zuhause sein kann. Wer Kimba kennenlernen möchte, bekommt mit ihr eine kleine, liebenswerte Hündin an seine Seite, die einfach gerne dabei ist und noch darauf wartet, endlich ganz anzukommen.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.
Living with Kimba
  • Spayed
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Cared for by SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Maltese

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Kimba home

What you'll need for Kimba 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 Kimba

What life with Kimba looks like

Kimba is a large adult maltese dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe 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. 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 Kimba, answered.

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