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Enrique

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 9 months

When one adopts a mixed-breed puppy, one always gets an unexpected surprise. The adult dog is rarely what one expects, or it changes multiple times – but the little furball usually conquers every heart so quickly that it no longer matters whether the puppy is smaller or larger, darker or lighter, more active or more laid-back than one thought. A living being is always a unique individual, and that makes up a large part of what it means to be a dog owner, and for me, it has been a gift for many years and across many four-legged friends. Those who don’t like that should stick to stuffed animals and robots … So Enrique’s owner should have. Enrique was rescued by our friends at Arca Sevilla. The animal welfare workers discovered the very young dog in early summer 2025, chained up on an abandoned property. Enrique had no contact with humans or other dogs. His owner came once a week, gave him a pile of dog food and a bucket of water, and left the despondent dog alone. The animal welfare workers asked the heartless owner to please surrender Enrique, and the man agreed immediately. Enrique had grown too quickly, he didn’t like it at all. Our heartbreaker weighs in at just 12 kg at 9 months old and is knee-high, so there’s no sign of “too big.” On the contrary, he’s too small to be a threat to anyone, and too noticeable to be constantly overlooked, so one could speak of a perfect build. Enrique has left his past behind and shows himself at the animal shelter of our friends as a cheerful, lively, eager-to-learn, and well-mannered young puppy. He loves humans and animals, is curious, and has a lot of catch-up to do when it comes to cuddling and being loved. Unfortunately, there’s little time for that at the animal shelter, but he has many four-legged friends with whom he enjoys shared naps and forgets the many months of loneliness. Enrique is a playful, intelligent, and handsome heartbreaker who can live with other dogs, likes children, and even meets the cats of Arca Sevilla with friendly curiosity and good intentions (which is observed with little understanding by some cats). Enrique is looking for an active and humorous family to play and snuggle with, to explore the world, and to share many colorful and joyful days together.

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Wenn man einen Mischlingswelpen adoptiert, dann bekommt man immer ein Überraschungsei. Der erwachsene Hund ist selten das, was man erwartet hat, oder er verändert sich mehrmals – meist hat das kleine Fellknäuel aber in kürzester Zeit jedes Herz so erobert, dass es keine Rolle mehr spielt, ob das Hundebaby kleiner oder größer, dunkler oder heller, aktiver oder ruhiger ist als man dachte. Ein Lebewesen ist immer ein Unikum, und das macht für mich einen großen Teil dessen aus, was man als Hundehalter erlebt, und für mich ist das seit vielen Jahren und über viele Vierbeiner hinweg gesehen ein Geschenk. Wer das nicht mag, sollte bei Stofftieren und Robotern bleiben … So hätte das auch Enriques Besitzer halten sollen. Enrique wurde von unseren Freunden der Arca Sevilla gerettet. Die Tierschützer hatten im Frühsommer 2025 den sehr jungen Hund entdeckt, der an einer Kette auf einem verlassenen Grundstück gehalten wurde. Enrique hatte keinen Kontakt zu Menschen oder anderen Hunden. Einmal in der Woche kam sein Besitzer, gab ihm einen Haufen Hundefutter und einen Eimer Wasser und ließ den verzweifelten Hund wieder allein. Die Tierschützer baten darum, dass der herzlose Halter Enrique bitte abgeben solle, und der Mann erklärte sich sofort bereit. Enrique sei viel zu schnell zu groß geworden, er gefalle ihm überhaupt nicht. Unser Herzensbrecher wiegt mit seinen 9 Monaten gerade mal 12 kg und er ist kniehoch, also keine Spur von „zu groß“. Im Gegenteil, er ist zu klein, um jemanden umzunieten, zu groß, um ständig übersehen zu werden, man könnte also von einer perfekten Statur sprechen. Enrique hat seine Vergangenheit hinter sich gelassen und zeigt sich im Tierheim unserer Freunde als fröhlicher, ausgelassener, lernwilliger und verschmuster Junghund. Er liebt Mensch und Tier, ist neugierig und hat viel Nachholbedarf, wenn es ums Kuscheln und Liebhaben geht. Leider ist dafür im Tierheim nur wenig Zeit, aber er hat auch viele vierbeinige Freunde, mit denen er gemeinsame Siestas genießt und die vielen Monate der Einsamkeit vergessen kann. Enrique ist ein lustiger, intelligenter und bildhübscher Herzensbrecher, der mit anderen Hunden zusammenleben kann, Kinder mag und sogar den Katzen der Arca Sevilla nur mit wohlwollender Neugierde und freundschaftlichen Ambitionen begegnet (was von einigen Katzen aber mit wenig Verständnis beobachtet wird). Enrique sucht eine aktive und humorvolle Familie zum Toben und Schmusen, zum Erforschen der Welt und zum gemeinsamen Erleben vieler bunter und fröhlicher Tage.

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 9 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Enrique home

What you'll need for Enrique 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 Enrique

What life with Enrique looks like

Enrique is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

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 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 Enrique, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Enrique?
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 Enrique on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Enrique 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 Enrique 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 Enrique 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 Enrique 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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