How do I contact the shelter about Spike?

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

Can I adopt Spike if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutz Austria 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 Spike 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 Spike 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 Tierschutz Austria early rather than rehoming privately; they know Spike 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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Spike

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

"Initially skeptical, then very loving Birthday: February 2023 Size: just under knee high Compatible with dogs: by sympathy Children in the same household: teenagers possible Home sought: on the quiet city outskirts or countryside The initially insecure, 2023 born mixed-breed male dog Spike is loving towards people after a short getting-to-know-you phase and also enjoys cuddling. Spike has previously lived with a second dog, but at our animal shelter he shows compatibility only by sympathy in direct contact, but social walks are always possible. Spike behaves well on a leash – however, too many encounters with unfamiliar people and dogs still stress him. Being alone in the kennel is difficult for him, so being alone in his future home could be an issue, which would require more time for gradual learning or a backup (dog sitter). The loving male dog is house-trained. Since he came to us with severe skin problems, he currently receives Apoquel and food with a single protein source as well as salmon oil – he is feeling much better now and his coat is growing back. For Spike we are looking for a home on the very quiet city outskirts or countryside."

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„Anfangs skeptisch, dann sehr lieb Geburtsdatum: Februar 2023 Größe: knapp unter kniehoch Mit Hunden verträglich: nach Sympathie Kinder im selben Haushalt: Teenager möglich Zuhause gesucht: am ruhigen Stadtrand oder Land Der anfangs unsichere, 2023 geborene Mischlingsrüde Spike ist nach einer kurzen Kennenlernphase lieb zu Menschen und kuschelt dann auch gerne. Spike hat zwar mit einem Zweithund zusammengelebt, bei uns im Tierheim zeigt er sich im direkten Kontakt nur nach Sympathie verträglich, aber Social Walks sind immer möglich. Spike geht brav an der Leine – nur ein zuviel an Begegnungen mit fremden Menschen und Hunden stresst ihn noch. Alleine bleiben im Zwinger fällt ihm schwer, daher könnte das Alleinebleiben in seinem zukünftigen Zuhause ein Thema sein, wofür mehr Zeit zum schrittweisen Erlernen bzw. ein Backup (Hundesitter) eingeplant werden sollte. Der liebe Rüde ist stubenrein. Da er mit starken Hautproblemen zu uns kam, bekommt er aktuell Apoquel und Futter mit einer einzigen Proteinquelle sowie Lachsöl – damit geht es ihm deutlich besser und sein Fell wächst wieder nach. Für Spike suchen wir ein Zuhause am sehr ruhigen Stadtrand oder Land.“

Size

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Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇦🇹Vienna

Shelter

Tierschutz Austria

Living with Spike

✓House-trained
✓Good with dogs
✓Good with kids

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Bringing Spike home

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About Spike

What life with Spike looks like

Spike is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutz Austria in Vienna.

An young 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 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 Spike, answered.

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