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Winnie

Alaskan Malamute · Male · Young · 2 years

Winnie is waiting eagerly for his humans at the animal shelter. Despite his poor eyesight, he is not deterred at all - he explores the world full of joy and enjoys the closeness to people. Winnie is a strong, robust dog who still has a lot to learn. That's why he is looking for dog-experienced people who can give him security and orientation with patience, consistency and a lot of love. We wish Winnie a home with a very well fenced garden where he can move safely and feel comfortable. Children should already be a bit older. Winnie is a very special guy who still has so much joy in him despite his limitations. Who will give him the chance to a loving home?

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Winnie wartet im Tierheim sehnsüchtig auf seine Menschen. Obwohl er sehr schlecht sieht, lässt er sich davon überhaupt nicht aufhalten – voller Lebensfreude erkundet er die Welt und genießt die Nähe zu Menschen. Winnie ist ein kräftiger, starker Hund, der noch einiges lernen möchte. Deshalb sucht er hundeerfahrene Menschen, die ihm mit Geduld, Konsequenz und viel Liebe Sicherheit und Orientierung geben. Für Winnie wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause mit einem sehr gut eingezäunten Garten, in dem er sich sicher bewegen und wohlfühlen kann. Kinder sollten bereits etwas älter sein. Winnie ist ein ganz besonderer Kerl, der trotz seiner Einschränkung noch so viel Lebensfreude in sich trägt. Wer schenkt ihm die Chance auf ein liebevolles Zuhause?

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇦🇹Villach
Shelter
Kärntner Tierschutzverein Villach
Living with Winnie
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Kärntner Tierschutzverein Villach · VillachLearn about Alaskan Malamute

Listed 2 days ago

Bringing Winnie home

What you'll need for Winnie 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
  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 Winnie

What life with Winnie looks like

Winnie is a young adult alaskan malamute dog waiting at Kärntner Tierschutzverein Villach in Villach.

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 Winnie, answered.

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