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Pupi

Mixed Breed · Unknown

A new dog is always an "surprise package." When we took in Pupi, we didn't suspect that she was carrying two "packages." Dealing with anxious dogs is something we're accustomed to, but this little furball had a lot more to offer and thus presented us with a greater challenge, though we also learned a lot. Like many street dogs, Pupi reacted with panic to having a collar put on her. In consultation with a veterinarian, she was sedated, allowing us to calmly attach a snug collar and a long leash. When the little one then became more lively, she found the leash totally ridiculous. Within a minute, she had bitten it as far as she could on her neck…. Since she was very suspicious, we now tried to build trust through feeding and her time in her run. But Pupi remained suspicious, having learned over many years that people can also be bad. After several months, we started sedation again. This time, we attached a thin chain to her collar. The chewing on it after waking up found her ridiculous, and she left it alone. Now it was possible to attach a leash to the chain and practice walking. Of course, she didn't want to go where we wanted to go at first, but after a while she came around and from then on it got better day by day. The biggest progress she made was with the help of our dog group. After over a year, she was then able to enjoy cuddles and spend the evening on the sofa with us. Then Pupi unpacked her second package. With increasing security, her prey drive emerged, not only towards animals. So then unfortunately a two-legged being also felt her teeth. Since Pupi is a very clever lady dog, she of course noticed when a training session addressed this problem. She never showed her hunting inclination. We drew the conclusion that the lady should be on a leash or in a kennel when guests come. Fortunately, she leaves our cats on the yard alone (they probably belong to the family), so she can enjoy the nice weather outdoors with the other dogs.

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Ein neuer Hund ist immer ein „Überraschungspaket“ . Als wir Pupi bei uns aufnahmen ahnten wir nicht, dass sie gleich zwei „Pakete“ dabei hatte. Den Umgang mit ängstlichen Hunden sind wir gewohnt, doch dieses kleine Felltier hatte noch einiges mehr zu bieten und so wurden wir um einiges mehr gefordert, konnten aber auch sehr viel dazulernen. Wie viele andere Straßenhunde auch, so reagierte auch Pupi mit Panik auf das Anlegen eines Halsbandes. In Absprache mit einem Tierarzt wurde sie sediert und so konnten wir in Ruhe ein fest sitzendes Halsband anlegen und ein langes Band daran befestigen. Als die Kleine dann wieder richtig munter geworden war, fand sie das Band total blöd. Schon eine Minute später hatte sie es, so weit wie möglich am Hals, durchgebissen…. Da sie sehr misstrauisch war versuchten wir nun, durch Fütterung und Aufenthalt in ihrem Auslauf, Vertrauen aufzubauen. Doch Pupi blieb misstrauisch, denn sie hatte über viele Jahre gelernt, dass Menschen auch böse sind. Nach einigen Monaten starteten wir noch eine Sedation. Diesmal befestigten wir ein dünnes Kettchen an ihrem Halsband. Das darauf kauen nach dem Wachwerden fand sie blöd und ließ es dann in Ruhe. Nun war es möglich, an der Kette eine Leine zu befestigen und so das „Gassigehen“ zu üben. Natürlich wollte sie nicht gerade dorthin, wo wir hin wollten, aber nach einer Weile hatte sie ein Einsehen und von da an ging es von Tag zu Tag besser. Den größten Fortschritt machte sie mit Hilfe unserer Hundegruppe. Nach über einem Jahr war sie dann in der Lage, Streicheleinheiten zu genießen und mit uns auf dem Sofa den Feierabend zu verbringen. Dann packte Pupi ihr 2. Paket aus. Mit zunehmender Sicherheit kam ihr Jagdtrieb zum Vorschein und das nicht nur bezogen auf Tiere. So bekam dann leider auch ein Zweibeiner ihre Zähne zu spüren. Da Pupi eine sehr schlaue Hundedame ist, merkte sie natürlich gleich, wenn ein Training zu diesem Problem stattfand. Nie zeigte sie dann ihre Jagdneigung. Wir zogen daraus die Konsequenz, dass die Dame, wenn Besuch kommt angeleint wird bzw. Stubenarrest bekommt. Glücklicherweise lässt sie unsere Katzen auf dem Hof in Ruhe (die gehören wohl zur Familie), sodass sie mit den anderen Hunden das schöne Wetter im Freien verbringen kann. Obwohl Pupi eine sehr ruhige und zurückhaltende Spürnase ist, die immer schwanzwedelnd auf uns zukommt, mit uns kuschelt und schmust, haben wir sie aus der

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Schwaan / OT Letschow
Shelter
Kleiner Gnadenhof e.V.
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Bringing Pupi home

What you'll need for Pupi 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
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    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 Pupi

What life with Pupi looks like

Pupi is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Kleiner Gnadenhof e.V. in Schwaan / OT Letschow.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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 Pupi, answered.

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