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Conan

Mixed Breed · Unknown

In our initial conversations with potential adopters, we often ask: "Do you have someone who will take care of the dog if you have to go to the hospital or something happens to you?" This is a very personal question, and no one likes to confront their own vulnerability and mortality. But once you have taken on the responsibility of caring for a pet's life, this question becomes important — after all, our best friend should also be well cared for when we can no longer look after them. Three small new arrivals have just moved into ArcoNatura in Linares, whose owner probably assumed that someone from his circle of friends or family would take care of his dogs in an emergency — unfortunately, he was mistaken. The elderly man is now in need of care and can no longer take care of himself, so he has to move in with his sister, who gladly takes him in, but not his trio of miniature dogs. And since no one else wanted to take Patxi, Conan, and Chispa, the pampered and loved animals ended up in the animal shelter. For Conan, the seven-year-old (as of 02/2022) Chihuahua mix, a foster home was found immediately. Conan has very short fur and would have had a hard time enduring the cold nights at ArcoNatura. However, like Patxi and Chispa, Conan will travel on one of the next transports to Germany to join a foster family. Conan has proven to be a very affectionate and cuddly companion who quickly won over his foster parents' hearts. In the first days, Conan missed his owner very much, and of course it wasn't easy for him to suddenly be separated from his long-time friends Chispa and Patxi. But Conan is a real cheerful character — he simply doesn't let his mood be spoiled for long. Now the lively little dog enjoys playing, loves the walks together, and snuggles (always warmly wrapped in one of his nice sweaters) in the middle of the couch with his temporary family. Conan will certainly have no problems starting over again in a new home, and at seven years old, he's certainly not considered old for his size. Conan is looking for a family that knows that even Chihuahuas are real tough guys and, like any other dog, need mental stimulation and guidance (and naturally, a super-soft dog bed and a selection of stylish sweaters and jackets – note from Conan). Our little warrior, who has nothing barbaric about him, simply needs nice people who want to give him a cozy home for many beautiful years together.

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In unseren Vorgesprächen mit möglichen Adoptanten stellen wir oft die Frage: „Haben Sie jemanden, der sich um den Hund kümmert, wenn Sie ins Krankenhaus müssen oder Ihnen etwas passieren sollte?“ Das ist eine sehr intime Frage, niemand setzt sich gern mit der eigenen Verletzlichkeit und Sterblichkeit auseinander. Aber wenn man die Verantwortung für das Leben eines Haustiers übernommen hat, ist diese Frage wichtig – dem besten Freund soll es doch auch gut gehen, wenn wir uns einmal nicht mehr kümmern können. In die ArcoNatura in Linares sind gerade drei kleine Neuzugänge eingezogen, deren Besitzer sich wohl darauf verlassen hat, dass im Fall der Fälle schon jemand aus seinem Freundes- und Familienkreis sich seiner Hunde annehmen wird – leider hat er sich getäuscht. Der ältere Mann ist pflegebedürftig und kann sich nicht mehr selbst versorgen, weswegen er zu seiner Schwester ziehen muss, diese nimmt ihren Bruder gern auf, aber nicht sein Trio an Minihunden … und da sich auch sonst niemand Patxi, Conan und Chispa annehmen wollte, kamen die verwöhnten und geliebten Tiere ins Tierheim. Für Conan, den sieben Jahre alten (Stand 02/2022) Chihuahua-Mix fand sich zum Glück gleich eine Pflegestelle. Conan hat sehr kurzes Fell und hätte die kalten Nächte in der ArcoNatura nur schwer durchgestanden. Er wird allerdings genau wie Patxi und Chispa auf einem der nächsten Transporte nach Deutschland reisen, um dort zu einer Pflegefamilie zu ziehen. Conan zeigt sich als sehr lieber und verschmuster Zeitgenosse, der schnell die Herzen seiner Pflegeeltern erobert hat. Die ersten Tage hat Conan sein Herrchen sehr vermisst, und natürlich war es auch nicht einfach für ihn, plötzlich von seinen langjährigen Freunden Chispa und Patxi getrennt zu sein. Aber Conan ist eine echte Frohnatur – lange lässt er sich die Laune einfach nicht verhageln. Inzwischen spielt der quirlige Minihund gern, genießt die gemeinsamen Spaziergänge und kuschelt sich (immer warm eingepackt in einen seiner hübschen Pullover) in der Mitte der Couch an seine vorübergehende Familie. Conan wird sicher keine Probleme haben, in einem neuen Zuhause noch einmal neu durchzustarten, und mit sieben Jahren gehört er bei seiner Größe noch überhaupt nicht zum alten Eisen. Conan sucht eine Familie, die weiß, dass auch Chihuahuas ganze Kerle sind und wie jeder andere Hund Beschäftigung und Führung brauchen (und natürlich ein hyperweiches Körbchen und eine Auswahl an schicken Pullovern und Jäckchen – Anmerk. von Conan!). Unser Minikrieger, der so gar nichts Barbarisches an sich hat, braucht schlicht nette Leute, die ihm ein gemütliches Zuhause für viele schöne gemeinsame Jahre schenken möchten.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Conan home

What you'll need for Conan 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 Conan

What life with Conan looks like

Conan is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

An 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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Conan, answered.

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