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Maya

Female · Senior · 10 years

Hello, I am Maya! I am a Pekinese lady, born on 13.01.2016 – but don't let my age fool you. I am still very fit, full of energy, and carry a lot of joy in my heart! I know exactly what I like and what I don't. That's why I am looking for people who respect my personality and take me as I am. For example, I absolutely do not like being lifted up. So I say very clearly: No, thank you! When I am on the leash and meet other dogs, I sometimes get a bit loud. I like to bark and show that I have an opinion. This does not mean that I don't like other dogs – quite the opposite. I usually get along very well with fellow animals if I am given the chance to get to know them in peace. A home with cats or small children is not for me. I would rather have a quieter environment where my needs are understood. People, on the other hand, I love even more. When I have gained trust, I am very clingy and cuddly and enjoy the time spent with my favorite people. I am looking for someone who recognizes my big heart behind my sometimes a bit cheeky demeanor. If you are looking for a small female dog with character who will be loyal to you and always be ready for a little adventure, then I could be the perfect match for you. I am eagerly looking forward to meeting you!

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Hallo, ich bin Maya! Ich bin eine Pekinesen-Dame, geboren am 13.01.2016 – aber bitte lass dich von meinem Alter nicht täuschen. Ich bin noch richtig fit, voller Energie und habe jede Menge Lebensfreude im Gepäck! Ich weiß ganz genau, was ich mag und was nicht. Deshalb suche ich Menschen, die meine Persönlichkeit respektieren und mich so nehmen, wie ich bin. Zum Beispiel mag ich es überhaupt nicht, hochgehoben zu werden. Da sage ich ganz klar: Nein, danke! Wenn ich an der Leine unterwegs bin und andere Hunde treffe, werde ich manchmal etwas laut. Ich belle dann gerne und zeige, dass ich durchaus eine Meinung habe. Das bedeutet aber nicht, dass ich andere Hunde grundsätzlich nicht mag – im Gegenteil. Mit Artgenossen verstehe ich mich meistens sehr gut, wenn man mir die Möglichkeit gibt, sie in Ruhe kennenzulernen. Ein Zuhause mit Katzen oder kleinen Kindern ist nichts für mich. Ich wünsche mir lieber ein ruhigeres Umfeld, in dem meine Bedürfnisse verstanden werden. Menschen liebe ich dafür umso mehr. Wenn ich Vertrauen gefasst habe, bin ich sehr anhänglich, verschmust und genieße die gemeinsame Zeit mit meinen Lieblingsmenschen. Ich wünsche mir jemanden, der mein großes Herz hinter meiner manchmal etwas frechen Art erkennt. Wenn du eine kleine Hündin mit Charakter suchst, die dich treu durchs Leben begleitet und dabei immer für ein kleines Abenteuer zu haben ist, dann könnte ich genau die Richtige für dich sein. Ich warte schon gespannt darauf, dich kennenzulernen! Deine Maya 🐾

Size

Small

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇦🇹Wolfsberg

Shelter

Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg

Living with Maya

✓Spayed
✓Good with dogs
✓Good with cats
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg · Wolfsberg

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Listed 5 months ago

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About Maya

What life with Maya looks like

Maya is a small senior dog waiting at Tierschutzverein Wolfsberg in Wolfsberg.

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 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Maya, answered.

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