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Gala

Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 4 months

Gala is a charming tricolor girl, and her appearance is truly remarkable with her beautiful "salt and pepper" base color and the nice white, black, and golden patches. Round eyes and floppy ears make the cuteness factor of this three-year-old female dog incredibly high, and Gala's appearance promises a genius, loving, and playful character. Gala comes from the household of a woman who once began taking in animals for very good reasons. One dog became two, then ten, and soon 20 or more because none were spayed or neutered... Animal hoarding is a condition closely related to the hoarder syndrome. Without help, those affected rarely manage to free themselves from their suffering. The worst thing about this form of mental disorder is that not only the sick people have to bear the terrible consequences, but also (and especially) the affected animals. Unfortunately, patients often do not ask for help, and so animal protection organizations only become aware of the catastrophic conditions very late. In the overcrowded household of the lady there was a fire - and many of the four-legged animals died a cruel death in the smoke and flames. Gala survived miraculously. The fire department informed Arca Sevilla about the remaining animals, and our friends are now doing everything they can to help the desperate woman and her dogs. Gala has been staying at Arca for more than a month now, and she enjoys the space, the opportunities, playing outside with friends, the secure and regular meals, and the affection from the volunteers. Gala is still somewhat inexperienced; most of her life she spent in a large pack without environmental influences, without contact with the outside world. But our Gala is clever, learns quickly and gladly, and has a spirit of exploration that many puppies would be envious of. Because Gala is such a cheerful sunshine, we are looking for great people for her, but not ones with special qualities. Gala simply needs kind two-legged beings who can explain the world to her with humor and patience and give her the chance to discover her talents. Gala is looking for a cozy dog bed, which she also likes to share with other dogs. She loves long walks, wants to find out quickly what makes ball playing so fun, she wants to run through meadows and through the snow, and enjoy long, comfortable evenings watching TV with her favorite humans. If you would like to give our Gala a loving home, please contact our adoption officers soon, who will tell you how our beautiful princess can storm into your house and heart ...

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Gala ist ein entzückendes Tricolor-Mädchen, und ihr Äußeres ist wirklich bemerkenswert mit ihrer wunderschönen „Salz und Pfeffer“-Grundfarbe mit den hübschen weißen, schwarzen und goldenen Applikationen. Kulleraugen und Überfallohren machen den Cuteness-Faktor der ca. drei Jahre alten Hündin unerreichbar hoch, und was Galas Erscheinungsbild verspricht, hält auch ihr genialer, liebevoller und verspielter Charakter. Gala stammt aus dem Haushalt einer Frau, die irgendwann einmal begann, Tiere aus sehr guten Gründen bei sich aufzunehmen. Aus einem Hund wurden zwei, dann zehn, und da keiner kastriert war, auch bald 20 und mehr… Animal Hoarding ist eine Erkrankung, die mit dem Messie-Syndrom in enger Verwandtschaft steht. Ohne Hilfe schaffen es die Betroffenen selten, sich aus ihrem Leiden zu befreien. Das Schrecklichste an dieser Form einer psychischen Störung ist, dass nicht nur die kranken Menschen die furchtbaren Konsequenzen zu tragen haben, sondern eben auch (und vor allem) die betroffenen Tiere. Leider schaffen es die Patienten auch oft nicht, um Hilfe zu bitten, und so werden Tierschutzorganisationen erst sehr spät auf die katastrophalen Zustände aufmerksam. Im überfüllten Haushalt der Dame gab es ein Feuer – und viele der Vierbeiner starben einen grausamen Tod im Rauch und in den Flammen. Gala überlebte wie durch ein Wunder. Die Feuerwehr informierte die Arca Sevilla über die verbleibenden Tiere und unsere Freunde tun jetzt alles, um der verzweifelten Frau und ihren Hunden zu helfen. Gala wohnt inzwischen seit etwas mehr als einem Monat in der Arca, und sie genießt den Platz, die Möglichkeiten, draußen mit Freunden zu spielen, die gesicherten und regelmäßigen Mahlzeiten und die Zuwendung durch die Freiwilligen. Gala ist natürlich noch etwas unerfahren, die meiste Zeit ihres Lebens hat sie in einem großen Rudel ohne Umwelteinflüsse, ohne Kontakte nach außen verbracht. Aber unsere Gala ist pfiffig, lernt schnell und gern und hat einen Forschergeist, auf den so mancher Welpe neidisch wäre. Weil Gala so ein fröhlicher Sonnenschein ist, suchen wir zwar tolle Menschen für sie, aber keine, die besondere Eigenschaften mitbringen müssen. Gala braucht einfach nur nette Zweibeiner, die ihr mit Humor und Geduld die Welt erklären und ihr die Chance geben, ihre Talente zu erkennen. Gala sucht ein kuscheliges Körbchen, das sie gern auch mit anderen Hunden teilt. Sie liebt lange Spaziergänge, möchte ganz schnell herausfinden, was Ballspielen so lustig macht, sie möchte über Wiesen und durch den Schnee toben und lange, gemütliche Fernsehabende mit ihren Lieblingsmenschen genießen. Wenn Sie unserer Gala ein liebevolles Heim schenken möchten und können, dann melden Sie sich doch bitte bald bei unseren Vermittler*innen, die Ihnen verraten, wie unsere bildhübsche Prinzessin in Ihr Haus und Herz stürmen kann …

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Living with Gala
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Bringing Gala home

What you'll need for Gala 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 Gala

What life with Gala looks like

Gala is a large 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 Gala, answered.

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