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Chihuahua · Male

Napoleon is initially a bit of a skeptic when it comes to new people. He needs some time to build trust and form a bond. But with a bit of patience and a liver sausage tube as a persuasion tool, he warms up quickly. Once his heart is won over, Napoleon shows his charming side. He enjoys long cuddles and then becomes a bit naughty and playful. Additionally, he loves going for walks. Overall, he tends to be more of a calm character, preferring a relaxed, stress-free environment. A quiet, non-hectic daily routine would be ideal for him, as children are simply too chaotic for him. He gets along with other dogs depending on their disposition. Napoleon comes with a few age-related quirks, especially his knees should be pampered. He doesn’t need pain medication at the moment, but he shouldn’t climb stairs. He needs people who bring calm, patience, and a big heart, and who give him the time he needs to thaw out. In Napoleon waits a loyal friend who will capture every heart with his charm.

Read original (de)

Napoleon ist anfangs ein kleiner Skeptiker, wenn es um neue Menschen geht. Er braucht etwas Zeit, um Vertrauen zu fassen und eine Bindung aufzubauen. Doch mit einer Portion Geduld und einer Leberwursttube als Überzeugungshilfe, taut er schnell auf. Hat man sein Herz erst einmal gewonnen, zeigt sich Napoleon von seiner liebenswerten Seite. Er genießt ausgiebige Streicheleinheiten und wird dann ein wenig frech und verspielt. Außerdem geht er sehr gerne spazieren. Insgesamt gehört er jedoch eher zu den ruhigen Charakteren, der ein entspanntes, stressfreies Umfeld bevorzugt. Ein ruhiger Alltag ohne Hektik wäre ideal für ihn, Kinder sind ihm einfach zu trubelig. Mit anderen Hunden ist er je nach Sympathie verträglich. Napoleon bringt ein paar altersbedingte Baustellen mit, vor allem seine Knie sollten geschont werden. Schmerzmittel benötigt er aktuell nicht, trotzdem sollte er keine Treppen steigen. Er benötigt Menschen, die Ruhe, Geduld und ein großes Herz mitbringen und ihm die Zeit geben, die er zum Auftauen benötigt. In Napoleon wartet ein treuer Freund, der mit seinem Charme jedes Herz erobert.

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇩🇪Kiel
Shelter
Tierheim Uhlenkrog Kiel
Living with Napoleon
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Napoleon home

What you'll need for Napoleon 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 Napoleon

What life with Napoleon looks like

Napoleon is a large adult chihuahua dog waiting at Tierheim Uhlenkrog Kiel in Kiel.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Napoleon, answered.

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