How do I contact the shelter about Pusteblume?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Wels handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pusteblume on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Pusteblume if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Wels 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 Pusteblume 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 Pusteblume 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 Wels early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pusteblume 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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Pusteblume

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy

Pusteblume is a very sweet, people-oriented little "mouse" - but according to the motto "small, but oho!" she also has a strong will and likes to test boundaries. We are looking for people who are willing to train with her. She generally likes other dogs and is very interested in making friends - but the other dogs should not be much bigger than her. Pusteblume got her name due to her "puffy" fur - very stubborn, very long, very difficult to tame. So grooming (regularly) will be an issue with her. She likes to swim - is a real "water rat" - and loves to cuddle and play. She especially likes it when you play a bit of wrestling with her - she finds it very funny :) We don't know if the lively mixed breed dog is compatible with small children - but due to her open, friendly and open character, we assume that children would not be a problem. Similarly with cats, as long as you teach her not to hunt them. Pusteblume can only be alone to a limited extent; if her people are out of reach and sight, she starts to whine heartbreakingly. But this problem can be worked on well with patience, love and professional care with a dog trainer.

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Im Tierheim seit: 01.07.2026, behördliche Abnahme Kinderfreundlich: eher ja Verträglich mit anderen Hunden: ja Katzenfreundlich: unbekannt Größe: ca. 25 cm Gewicht: ca. 6 kg Pusteblume ist eine sehr süße, menschenbezogene kleine "Maus" - hat es aber gemäß dem Motto "klein, aber oho!" auch faustdick hinter den Ohren :) Sie hat durchaus ihren eigenen Willen und lotet gerne Grenzen aus. Demnach wünschen wir uns für sie Menschen, die auch bereit sind, mit ihr zu trainieren. Andere Hunde hat sie prinzipiell gern und ist sehr daran interessiert, Bekanntschaften zu machen - allerdings sollten die Artgenossen nicht unbedingt sonderlich größer sein als sie :) Pusteblume hat ihren Namen aufgrund ihres "puffigen" Fells bekommen - sehr widerspenstig, sehr lang, sehr schwer zu bändigen. Also wird bei ihr die (regelmäßige) Fellpflege ein Thema sein. Sie geht gerne schwimmen - ist eine richtige "Wasserratte" - und liebt es, zu kuscheln und zu spielen. Besonders gern hat sie es, wenn man ein bisserl mit ihr "rangelt" - das findet sie ausgesprochen lustig :) Ob die aufgeweckte Mischlingshündin mit Kleinkindern verträglich ist, wissen wir nicht - aufgrund ihres aufgeschlossenen, freundlichen und offenen Charakters gehen wir aber davon aus, dass Kinder kein Problem darstellen würden. Ähnlich bei Katzen, solange man ihr beibringt, dass sie diese nicht jagen darf. Alleine sein ist für Pusteblume nur bedingt möglich; sind ihre Menschen außer Reich- und Sichtweite, beginnt sie herzzerreißend zu fiepen. An dieser Problematik kann aber mit Geduld, Liebe und einer professionellen Betreuung mit Hundetrainer/in gut gearbeitet werden.

Size

Small

Age

Puppy

Location

🇦🇹Wels

Shelter

Tierheim Wels

Living with Pusteblume

✓Good with dogs
✓Good with kids

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About Pusteblume

What life with Pusteblume looks like

Pusteblume is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Wels in Wels.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇦🇹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; fees typically range €150–€350.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pusteblume, answered.

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