Skip to content
TailHarbor
← Back to results
Available

Adopt Kira

American Staffordshire Terrier · Female · 5 years

Kira is a young American Staffordshire Terrier lady looking forward to a new home where she can still learn a lot. We're seeking people with dog experience and plenty of time for this beautiful female. True to breed type, she's very alert and curious. She behaves very independently and has her own mind - lots of training is key here. Kira is cuddly and generally friendly towards people. If there are children in the family, they should be teenagers; generally a home in a quiet environment would be the best choice for this wonderful female. With other dogs, Kira shows herself to be generally friendly, but due to her breed she can sometimes be rough with other dogs. There should be no cats in the household, as Kira loves to chase cats and other smaller animals. We're looking for a place where she doesn't have to be alone much and can enjoy lots of activity, but rest and cozy cuddle sessions are also important. Attending dog school is highly recommended.

Size
Medium
Age
5 years
Location
🇦🇹Austria
Shelter
Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim
Living with Kira
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
  • ✕Has special needs
Create free account to contact →

Free account — 10 contacts included

Cared for by Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim · AustriaLearn about American Staffordshire Terrier →
More dogs in Austria →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Kira home

What you'll need for Kira in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

    View on Amazon→
    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

    View on Amazon→
    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

    View on Amazon→
    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

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

    View on Amazon→
    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

    View on Amazon→
    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

    View on Amazon→
    €20–35

§ Affiliate links · TailHarbor earns a small commission, no extra cost to you.

About Kira

What life with Kira looks like

Kira is a medium-sized adult american staffordshire terrier dog waiting at Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim in Austria.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: High prey drive towards cats and small animals, needs extensive training and socialization

🇦🇹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.

Austria, Austria — browse more dogs in Austria.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kira, answered.

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

More American Staffordshire Terrier pets

Rolex, male young Mixed Breed for adoption at SPA Mont-de-Marsan, De Marsan
Male
Map

Rolex

2 years

Mixed Breed

🇫🇷De Marsan, France

JUICE, male senior American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at SPA Mont-de-Marsan, De Marsan
Male
Map

JUICE

12 years

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇫🇷De Marsan, France

ASIA, female 6yo American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at SPA Rennes, Rennes
Female
Map

ASIA

6 years

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇫🇷Rennes, France

More from Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim

Alvin, male Rottweiler for adoption at Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim
Male
Map

Alvin

Rottweiler

🇦🇹Austria

Mira, female American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim
Female
Map

Mira

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇦🇹Austria

Isra, female mixed breed for adoption at Vorarlberger Tierschutzheim
Female
Map

Isra

🇦🇹Austria

Similar animals

More American Staffordshire Terriers looking for a home

Connor, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Connor

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Manfred, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Manfred

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Freya und Buddy, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Freya und Buddy

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier · large

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Spike, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Spike

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Lorenzo, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Lorenzo

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier · large

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Loki, male American Staffordshire Terrier for adoption at TIKO Tierschutzkompetenzzentrum, Klagenfurt
Male
Map

Loki

Senior

American Staffordshire Terrier · large

🇦🇹Klagenfurt, Austria

Spotted something wrong? Suggest a change →