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Pug · Male · Senior · 9 years

Our lovable Rambo is a 9-year-old Mops who is looking for people who would be willing to give him patience, understanding, and lots of love to enjoy a happy life. Rambo is an exceptionally friendly and open-minded dog. He gets along well with other dogs and always greets people kindly and openly. He particularly enjoys affection, cuddles, and the closeness of his trusted people. Due to his age and health condition, Rambo does not see very well anymore. Additionally, he is currently still carrying quite a few extra kilograms. The good news is that he has already lost 2 kilograms and is motivated to continue his journey to a healthier weight. At the moment, Rambo needs several shorter walks spread throughout the day, as he is not yet used to longer distances. With the right support, however, he is steadily building up his stamina and shows great willingness to learn and be motivated. For Rambo, we would like to find a home with experienced Mops owners or with people who have consciously dealt with the health challenges of the Mops breed. His future people should have understanding for possible limitations and be ready to accompany him on his further journey. Anyone who wants to give a loving senior with a big heart a chance will find a loyal companion in Rambo, who gratefully accepts every attention and affection. Rambo is looking forward to getting to know his heart's people.

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Unser liebenswerter Rambo ist ein 9-jähriger Mops, der auf der Suche nach Menschen ist, die ihm mit Geduld, Verständnis und ganz viel Liebe einen schönen Lebensabend schenken möchten. Rambo ist ein ausgesprochen freundlicher und aufgeschlossener Hund. Er versteht sich gut mit anderen Hunden und begegnet auch Menschen stets freundlich und offen. Besonders geniesst er Zuneigung, Streicheleinheiten und die Nähe seiner Bezugspersonen. Aufgrund seines Alters und seiner gesundheitlichen Situation sieht Rambo nicht mehr besonders gut. Ausserdem bringt er aktuell noch deutlich zu viele Kilos auf die Waage. Die gute Nachricht: Er hat bereits 2 Kilogramm abgenommen und ist motiviert, seinen Weg zu einem gesünderen Gewicht weiterzugehen. Momentan benötigt Rambo mehrere kleinere Spaziergänge über den Tag verteilt, da er längere Strecken noch nicht gewohnt ist. Mit der richtigen Unterstützung baut er jedoch stetig Kondition auf und zeigt sich dabei sehr lernwillig und motiviert. Für Rambo wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause bei rasseerfahrenen Menschen oder bei Personen, die sich bewusst mit den gesundheitlichen Herausforderungen der Mops-Zucht auseinandergesetzt haben. Seine zukünftigen Menschen sollten Verständnis für mögliche Einschränkungen mitbringen und bereit sein, ihn auf seinem weiteren Weg zu begleiten. Wer einem liebevollen Senior mit grossem Herzen eine Chance geben möchte, wird in Rambo einen treuen Begleiter finden, der jede Aufmerksamkeit und Zuneigung dankbar annimmt. Rambo freut sich darauf, seine Herzensmenschen kennenzulernen.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇨🇭Engelburg
Shelter
Sitterhöfli
Living with Rambo
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing Rambo home

What you'll need for Rambo 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 Rambo

What life with Rambo looks like

Rambo is a senior pug dog waiting at Sitterhöfli in Engelburg.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Engelburg, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rambo, answered.

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