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Kosha

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Kosha is our unique dog - a dog with character, a big heart and a very special loyalty. Love at first sight doesn't exist for him, because a typical shepherd mix doesn't give away his trust immediately. He deliberately bonds with a few people - but once you've won his heart, Kosha loves his loved ones to death and would go through fire for them. Kosha just wants to be with his people, enjoy shared moments, experience walks and then lie down content in his basket. He doesn't need much to be happy - closeness, security and people who accept him as he is. Kosha is house trained, social and a pleasant companion. He gets along well with his fellow dogs in the pack, but also brings his own opinion. He usually lies outside the mess and is our peace. A few months ago his elbow/upper arm was operated on. The operation was successful, Kosha was diligently physiotherapeutically accompanied and copes very well in everyday life. His gait is not perfect, but he doesn't care about it at all. He still loves walks and extensive digging sessions. He will never be a dog for hiking, but he doesn't want to miss adapted and varied walks. Kosha also loves driving and jumps into the car without any problems. The cars parked at the shelter are inspected by him very carefully - because maybe a door is open and he could jump in. Now he is missing only one thing: a home of his own (with preferably a car 😉) in which he can arrive. With people to whom he can give his unconditional love. We would be happy to accompany you on the first walks so you can get to know each other in peace. Do you see Kosha as your faithful companion and don't let yourself be deterred by the fact that his love for you has yet to grow? Then we look forward to getting to know you. ❤️🫶🐾

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Kosha ist unser Unikat – ein Hund mit Charakter, grossem Herzen und einer ganz besonderen Loyalität. Liebe auf den ersten Blick gibt es bei ihm nicht, denn typisch Schäfer-Mix verschenkt er sein Vertrauen nicht sofort. Er bindet sich bewusst an wenige Menschen – doch hat man sein Herz einmal gewonnen, liebt Kosha seine Bezugspersonen abgöttisch und würde für sie durchs Feuer gehen. Bei seinen Menschen möchte Kosha einfach dabei sein, gemeinsame Momente geniessen, Spaziergänge erleben und sich danach zufrieden in sein Körbchen legen. Er braucht nicht viel, um glücklich zu sein – Nähe, Sicherheit und Menschen, die ihn so nehmen wie er ist. Kosha ist stubenrein, sozial und ein angenehmer Begleiter. Im Rudel versteht er sich gut mit Artgenossen, bringt aber auch seine eigene Meinung mit. Meistens liegt er ausserhalb des Gewussels und ist unser Ruhepol. Vor einigen Monaten wurde sein Ellbogen/Oberarm operiert. Die Operation ist gut verlaufen, Kosha wurde fleissig physiotherapeutisch begleitet und kommt im Alltag sehr gut zurecht. Sein Gangbild ist nicht perfekt, ihn selbst stört das jedoch überhaupt nicht. Spaziergänge und ausgiebige Buddelrunden liebt er nach wie vor. Er wird nie ein Hund für Wanderungen sein, aber auf angepasste sowie abwechslungsreiche Spaziergänge möchte er nicht verzichten. Auch Autofahren findet Kosha grossartig und springt problemlos rein. Beim Tierheim abgestellte Autos werden von ihm ganz genau inspiziert - denn vielleicht steht eine Tür offen und man könnte hinein hüpfen. Nun fehlt ihm nur noch eines: ein eigenes Zuhause (mit bestenfalls einem Auto 😉) in dem er ankommen kann. Bei Menschen denen er seine bedingungslose Liebe schenken darf. Die ersten Spaziergänge begleiten wir gerne, damit ihr euch in Ruhe kennenlernen könnt. Siehst du in Kosha deinen treuen Begleiter und lässt dich nicht davon abschrecken, dass seine Liebe zu dir erst noch wachsen muss? Dann freuen wir uns, dich kennenzulernen. ❤️🫶🐾

Size
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Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇨🇭Elsau
Shelter
Tiervermittlungen.ch
Living with Kosha
  • ✓House-trained
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Bringing Kosha home

What you'll need for Kosha 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
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    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
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Kosha

What life with Kosha looks like

Kosha is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tiervermittlungen.ch in Elsau.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇨🇭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.

Elsau, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kosha, answered.

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