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Vivi

Female · Puppy · 8 months

Vivi has a history of a possible traffic accident at the age of 2 months with a pelvic fracture and fracture of the right femoral neck. Since she was still in the growth phase, various follow-up examinations were performed to monitor the stability of the fractures. During the last examination by the traumatologist, she showed lameness, muscle atrophy, and a shortened stride length, with limited range of motion of the right hip joint (hip socket and femoral head). During manipulation, crepitus and signs of pain were noted. The traumatology clinic offers us two surgical options: 1. Total hip joint replacement (hip prosthesis) This is generally the option that allows the best functional recovery and a gait pattern that is closest to normal. 2. Removal of the femoral head and neck. This eliminates the painful contact in the hip joint area. However, a permanent mechanical limp may remain, which is usually not painful. Similarly, a limitation of the range of motion of the hip may remain. Postoperative phase: Strict postoperative care must be followed. For the hip prosthesis procedure, Vivi absolutely needs a foster home in Switzerland or Spain, as she needs care and strict rest. Vivi was found at the age of two months next to a street and brought to Melampo. At that time, she could not walk properly. During the veterinary examination, a hematoma was found in the abdominal area. Fortunately, no abdominal organs were injured. The X-ray also suggested a fracture of the right hip and pelvis. Due to her very young age, it was difficult to confirm the fractures clearly. For the same reason, surgery was also advised against. Since then, Vivi has been regularly checked by a specialist veterinarian for orthopedics and traumatology. In the most recent examination report, a malpositioned fracture of the right femoral neck and several healed pelvic fractures (right pubic and ischial area) were confirmed. Vivi has no pain, and the function of both hind limbs and the pelvis is very good. Therefore, no surgical treatment is currently recommended. She can lead a normal life. Since Vivi will grow into a large dog and is still in rapid growth, she should continue to be regularly checked by an orthopedist to detect and minimize possible later complications early. Vivi is a charming female dog. She is very friendly, playful and affectionate. She is very loving towards people and also gets along very well with the other dogs in the animal shelter. We hope that Vivi will be discovered by the right people who will accompany her in her further development. Please inform yourself about the breed to ensure that Vivi fits into your own life even when she develops into a stately female dog. All the best Vivi!

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Vivi hat eine Vorgeschichte eines möglichen Verkehrsunfalls im Alter von 2 Monaten mit Beckenbruch und Bruch des rechten Oberschenkelhalses.Da sie sich noch in der Wachstumsphase befand, wurden verschiedene Kontrolluntersuchungen durchgeführt, um die Stabilität der Brüche zu überwachen.Bei der letzten Untersuchung durch den Traumatologen zeigte sie eine Lahmheit, Muskelatrophie und eine Verkürzung der Schrittlänge, mit eingeschränktem Bewegungsumfang des rechten Hüftgelenks (Hüftpfanne und Oberschenkelkopf). Bei der Manipulation waren Knirschgeräusche sowie Anzeichen von Schmerzen festzustellen.Die Traumatologieklinik bietet uns zwei Operationsmöglichkeiten an:1. Totaler Hüftgelenkersatz (Hüftprothese)Dies ist im Allgemeinen die Option, die die beste funktionelle Erholung und ein Gangbild ermöglicht, das der Normalität am nächsten kommt.2. Entfernung des Oberschenkelkopfes und des Oberschenkelhalses. Dadurch kann der schmerzhafte Kontakt im Bereich des Hüftgelenks beseitigt werden. Allerdings kann eine dauerhafte mechanische Lahmheit zurückbleiben, die in der Regel nicht schmerzhaft ist. Ebenso kann eine Einschränkung des Bewegungsumfangs der Hüfte bestehen bleiben.Nachoperative Phase:Die postoperative Betreuung muss strikt eingehalten werden.Für den Eingriff mit der Hüftprothese benötigt Vivi zwingend eine Pflegestelle in der Schweiz oder in Spanien, da sie Pflege und strikte Ruhe braucht. Vivi wurde im Alter von zwei Monaten neben einer Strasse gefunden und nach Melampo gebracht. Sie konnte damals nicht richtig laufen. Bei der tierärztlichen Untersuchung wurde ein Bluterguss im Bauchbereich festgestellt. Glücklicherweise waren keine Bauchorgane verletzt. Auf dem Röntgenbild bestand zudem der Verdacht auf einen Bruch der rechten Hüfte sowie des Beckens. Aufgrund ihres sehr jungen Alters war es schwierig, die Frakturen eindeutig zu bestätigen. Aus demselben Grund wurde auch von einer Operation abgeraten. Seitdem wird Vivi regelmässig von einem Fachtierarzt für Orthopädie und Traumatologie kontrolliert. Im aktuellsten Untersuchungsbericht wurde eine in Fehlstellung verheilte Fraktur des rechten Schenkelhalses sowie mehrere verheilte Beckenfrakturen (rechter Schambein- und Sitzbeinbereich) bestätigt. Vivi hat keine Schmerzen, und die Funktion beider Hintergliedmassen sowie des Beckens ist sehr gut. Deshalb wird derzeit keine operative Behandlung empfohlen. Sie kann ein ganz normales Leben führen. Da Vivi als ausgewachsener Hund gross wird und sich noch im schnellen Wachstum befindet, sollte sie weiterhin regelmäßig von einem Orthopäden kontrolliert werden, um mögliche spätere Komplikationen frühzeitig zu erkennen und zu minimieren. Vivi ist eine bezaubernde Hündin. Sie ist sehr freundlich, verspielt und anhänglich. Sie ist Menschen gegenüber ausgesprochen liebevoll und versteht sich auch hervorragend mit den anderen Hunden im Tierheim. Wir hoffen, dass Vivi von den richtigen Menschen entdeckt wird, welche sie bei ihrer weiteren Entwicklung begleiten. Bitte informieren Sie sich über die Rasse, damit sichergestellt wird, dass Vivi auch noch ins eigene Leben passt, wenn sie sich zu einer stattlichen Hündin entwickelt hat. Alles Gute Vivi!

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 8 months
Location
🇨🇭Melampo
Shelter
Melampo
Living with Vivi
  • ✕Spayed
Cared for by Melampo · Melampo

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Vivi home

What you'll need for Vivi 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 Vivi

What life with Vivi looks like

Vivi is a large puppy dog waiting at Melampo in Melampo.

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 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.

Melampo, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Vivi, answered.

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