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Pumppis

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Pumpkins is a sweet, registered senior Tibetan Spaniel looking for a new home. Pumpkins came to the association with his friend Vili in search of a home due to his owner's life change. The boys were placed in different foster homes because their chemistry no longer matched and there had been many clashes. Pumpkins is a very friendly gentleman, he may bark when a stranger arrives but after a moment he is already happily looking for scratches while staring at the newcomer with his big eyes. Pumpkins does not get along with other males, females are quite nice to him. In the future home, it would be good to have a friendly female of the same size as companion, but Pumpkins can do just fine alone, this way he can be the center of attention. Pumpkins loves to be close by, when sitting at his desk, the gentleman appears next to you, gets up on his hind legs and leans against the sitter's feet, looking straight into your eyes as if saying that here I am, would there be time for scratches? He likes to go for walks, trots along bravely, sometimes pausing to walk alongside the handler. He barks at other dogs but stops when told to do so and continues on his way. He is not pulling on the leash, of course he is manageable in size. Teenage children are nice to Pumpkins, they can hang out on the bed together or at least keep an eye on something edible that might fall off. Chicken-based food and treats cause Pumpkins stomach problems so these treats are not on the menu. Being alone is still a bit difficult, Pumpkins may bark when he's alone but he doesn't do any damage. He needs training to be alone, there are other dogs in the foster home, but this hasn't helped with barking. Pumpkins misses people and furry friends don't bring much comfort, at least not significantly. The best home for Pumpkins would be an adult home perhaps already retired owner/owners so that he doesn't have to be alone very often. Of course, Pumpkins can manage even if he barks a bit during shopping trips, but working hours are too long for the gentleman. A new home should be located in either a row or detached house on a quiet residential area, apartment living is not suitable due to his barking sensitivity. With its own fenced yard, Pumpkins could enjoy carefree days safely lounging. Pumpkins is clean and can be visited at the foster home in Pukkila where you can get acquainted with him by appointment. Weight of Pumpkins was 6.7kg during the last weighing

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Pumppis etsii rauhallista eläkekotia Pumppiksesta otetaan kyselyjä vastaan tällä hetkellä AINOASTAAN sähköpostitse normaaliohjeista poiketen. Kerrothan kattavasti millainen koti sinulla olisi Pumppikselle tarjota. Suloinen, rekisteröity seniori-ikäinen tiibetinspanieli Pumppis etsii uutta kotia. Pumppis saapui ystävänsä Vilin kanssa yhdistykselle kotia etsimään omistajansa elämänmuutoksen vuoksi. Pojat sijoitettiin eri sijaiskoteihin sillä ystävysten kemiat eivät enää kohdanneet ja yhteenottoja oli ollut runsaasti. Pumppis on todella ystävällinen herra, vieraan saapuessa saattaa haukahtaa mutta hetken päästä on jo iloisena hakemassa rapsutuksia samalla isoilla silmillään tapittaen tulijaa. Pumppis ei tule toimeen toisten urosten kanssa, nartut sen sijaan ovat hyvinkin mielekkäitä. Tulevassa kodissa voisi hyvin olla seurana ystävällinen samaa kokoluokkaa oleva narttu, mutta Pumppis pärjää kyllä yksinäänkin, näin ainakin saa olla kaiken keskipisteenä. Pumppis rakastaa olla lähellä, työpöydän äärellä istuessa, herra ilmestyy viereen, nousee takajaloilleen ja nojailee istujan jalkoihin, samalla katsoen suoraan silmiin kuin kertoen että tässä mä olen, olisiko hetki aikaa rapsutuksille. Lähtee mielellään kävelylenkille, tassuttelee reippaasti eteenpäin, välillä palautuu taluttajan vierelle kävelemään. Toisille koirille voi haukkua mutta lopettaa kyllä käskettäessä ja jatkaa matkaansa. Ei vedä hihnassa, on toki kokonsa puolesta hyvin hallittavissa. Teini-ikään ehtineet lapset ovat Pumppiksen mielestä mukavia niiden kanssa voi hengailla sängyn päällä ja pummailla nameja tai ainakin vahtia jos jotain syötävää saattaisi tipahtaa. Kanapohjaiset ruuat ja herkut aiheuttavat Pumppikselle vatsaoireita joten näitä herkkuja ei ruokalistalta löydy. Yksinolo on vielä hiukan vaikeaa, Pumppis saattaa haukkua yksin ollessaan mutta tuhotöitä ei ole tehnyt. Tarvitsee harjoittelua yksinoloon, seurana sijaiskodissa on toisia koiria, mutta tämä ei ole auttanut haukkumiseen. Pumppiksella on ihmistä ikävä ja siihen ei karvaiset ystävät tuo helpotusta, ainakaan huomattavaa. Pumppikselle paras koti olisi aikuiskoti kenties jo eläkeikään ehtinyt omistaja/omistajat jotta yksinoloa ei juurikaan tulisi. Toki kauppareissujen ajan Pumppis pärjäilee vaikka hieman haukkuisikin, mutta työpäivien mittaiset ajat ovat jo liikaa herralle. Uuden kodin tulisi sijaita joko rivi-tai omakotitalossa rauhallisella asuinalueella, kerrostalo asumismuotona ei sovi haukkuherkkyyden takia. Omalla aidatulla pihalla Pumppis voisi nauttia kiireettömistä päivistä turvallisesti makoillen. Pumppis on sisäsiisti ja sijaiskodissa Pukkilassa jonne herraan pääsee sovitusti tutustumaan. Painoa Pumppiksella viime punnituksella oli 6,7kg.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇫🇮Helsinki
Shelter
Rekku Rescue ry
Living with Pumppis
  • House-trained
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Rekku Rescue ry · HelsinkiLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Pumppis home

What you'll need for Pumppis 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
  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 Pumppis

What life with Pumppis looks like

Pumppis is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Rekku Rescue ry in Helsinki.

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 Finland

Finnish shelters require a home visit and an adoption contract. Animals are vetted; the EU pet passport covers cross-border travel within the bloc.

Helsinki, Finland browse more dogs in Finland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Pumppis, answered.

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