How do I contact the shelter about Hobbit &#8211?

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 Hobbit &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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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Hobbit &#8211

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Hobbit's story is one that breaks our hearts every day: the barely four-month-old puppy was simply left to his fate in a village in Huelva. Alone, without protection and without the security that every dog deserves. But right here his story begins to change - maybe with you. Hobbit is a real sunshine. With his calm, loving nature, his pretty appearance and his curious way, he discovers the world step by step. He encounters everything openly and rejoices in every attention that shows him that people can also mean love and security. Now all he needs is the most important thing: a family who wants to have him at their side forever. People who show him with patience and love how beautiful a home of your own can be, and who accompany him on his way to a happy, carefree dog. Do you want to give Hobbit the happy ending he so deserves? Then this enchanting little fellow may already be waiting for you.

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Hobbits Geschichte ist eine von denen, die uns jeden Tag aufs Neue das Herz brechen: Der gerade einmal knapp vier Monate alte Welpe wurde in einem Dorf in Huelva einfach seinem Schicksal überlassen. Allein, ohne Schutz und ohne die Geborgenheit, die jeder Hund verdienen sollte. Doch genau hier beginnt sich seine Geschichte zu ändern – vielleicht mit dir. Hobbit ist ein echter Sonnenschein. Mit seinem ruhigen, liebevollen Wesen, seinem hübschen Aussehen und seiner neugierigen Art entdeckt er Schritt für Schritt die Welt. Er begegnet allem offen und freut sich über jede Zuwendung, die ihm zeigt, dass Menschen auch Liebe und Sicherheit bedeuten können. Nun fehlt ihm nur noch das Wichtigste: eine Familie, die ihn für immer an ihrer Seite haben möchte. Menschen, die ihm mit Geduld und Liebe zeigen, wie schön ein eigenes Zuhause sein kann, und die ihn auf seinem Weg zu einem glücklichen, unbeschwerten Hund begleiten. Möchtest du Hobbit das Happy End schenken, das er so sehr verdient? Dann wartet dieser bezaubernde kleine Kerl vielleicht schon genau auf dich.

Size

Small

Age

Puppy · 4 months

Location

🇩🇪Gernsbach

Shelter

Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.

Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · Gernsbach Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Hobbit &#8211 home

What you'll need for Hobbit &#8211 in week one.

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About Hobbit &#8211

What life with Hobbit &#8211 looks like

Hobbit &#8211 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.

Gernsbach, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Hobbit &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hobbit &#8211?: 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 Hobbit &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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 Hobbit &#8211 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.