How do I contact the shelter about Kira?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Dornbirn 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 — Tierheim Dornbirn 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 Tierheim Dornbirn 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.

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Kira

American Staffordshire Terrier · Female · Adult · 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.

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Liebe Interessenten – unser Kira erobert die Herzen im Sturm 🙂 – herzlichen Dank für Euer Interesse, die tolle Hündin bei Euch aufzunehmen. Sie hat derzeit bereits so viele Anfragen und Kennenlern-Termine zu bewältigen, wir können im Moment leider keine neue Interessenten für sie aufnehmen. Wir bitten um Verständnis. ************************************************************************** Verschmuste Powermaus sucht ihr Für-immer-Zuhause 😍 Kira ist eine junge American Staffordshire Terrier-Dame, die sich auf ein neues Zuhause freut, in dem sie noch vieles lernen kann. Wir suchen für die hübsche Hündin Menschen mit Hundeerfahrung und viel Zeit. Rassetypisch ist das Mädel sehr aufgeweckt und neugierig. Sie verhält sich sehr selbstständig und hat auch ihren eigenen Kopf – viel Training ist hier das Stichwort. Kira ist verschmust und Menschen gegenüber prinzipiell freundlich gestimmt. Sind Kinder in der Familie, sollten diese bereits im Teenager-Alter sein, generell wäre ein Daheim in einem ruhigen Umfeld die beste Wahl für die tolle Hündin. Mit anderen Hunden zeigt sich Kira grundsätzlich freundlich. Jedoch kann sie aufgrund ihrer Rasse schon mal etwas grob mit ihren Artgenossen werden. Katzen sollten keine im Haushalt sein, denn Kira hat Katzen und andere kleinere Tiere zum fressen gern und würde diese auch jagen. Für die tolle Hündin suchen wir einen Platz, bei dem sie wenig alleine bleiben muss und viel Beschäftigung genießen darf. Doch auch Erholung und gemütliche Kuschelstunden sind wichtig für die kleine Maus. Der Besuch einer Hundeschule ist sehr zu empfehlen. Kira ist eine großartige Hündin, die für jeden Quatsch zu haben ist. Sie ist ein verschmustes Power-Paket auf vier Pfoten. In Sachen Erziehung benötigt sie noch einen ordentlichen Feinschliff, aber es macht wahnsinnig Spaß, mit ihr zusammen zu sein ♥️. Tierpflegerin Francesca Kira ist eine großartige Hündin, die für jeden Quatsch zu haben ist. Sie ist ein verschmustes Power-Paket auf vier Pfoten. In Sachen Erziehung benötigt sie noch einen ordentlichen Feinschliff, aber es macht wahnsinnig Spaß, mit ihr zusammen zu sein ♥️. Tierpflegerin Francesca

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇦🇹Dornbirn

Shelter

Tierheim Dornbirn

Living with Kira

✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids
✕Has special needs

Cared for by Tierheim Dornbirn · Dornbirn Learn about American Staffordshire Terrier →

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Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Kira home

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About Kira

What life with Kira looks like

Kira is a large adult american staffordshire terrier dog waiting at Tierheim Dornbirn in Dornbirn.

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.

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.

Dornbirn, 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. Tierheim Dornbirn 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 — Tierheim Dornbirn 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 Tierheim Dornbirn 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.