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Kiwi

Mixed Breed · Female

Kiwi is a reserved and currently more fearful female dog who reacts insecurely in new situations. She needs time, patience, and a calm environment to build trust. A confident second dog is very important for her development, as she strongly orientates herself towards other dogs and thereby gains security. For Kiwi, a home with understanding and experience in dealing with sensitive dogs is sought. With the right support, she has great potential to develop into a loyal companion. Albiocca (Cocca), Zenzero (Zenzy), and Kiwi are siblings.

DE·Show original

Kiwi ist eine zurückhaltende und aktuell eher ängstliche Hündin, die in neuen Situationen unsicher reagiert. Sie braucht Zeit, Geduld und ein ruhiges Umfeld, um Vertrauen aufzubauen. Ein souveräner Zweithund ist für ihre Entwicklung sehr wichtig, da sie sich stark an anderen Hunden orientiert und dadurch Sicherheit gewinnt. Für Kiwi wird ein verständnisvolles Zuhause mit Erfahrung im Umgang mit sensiblen Hunden gesucht. Mit der richtigen Unterstützung hat sie großes Potenzial, sich zu einer treuen Begleiterin zu entwickeln. Albiocca (Cocca), Zenzero (Zenzy) und Kiwi sind Geschwister.

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇨🇭Sos Strassenhunde
Shelter
SOS Strassenhunde
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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Kiwi home

What you'll need for Kiwi 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.

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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 Kiwi

What life with Kiwi looks like

Kiwi is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at SOS Strassenhunde in Sos Strassenhunde.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Sos Strassenhunde, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kiwi, answered.

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