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Hokapoka &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male

How does this impressive female dog get her unusual name? "Hokapoka" was already reported to us a year ago: poor care, she often escaped, the neighbors became active, but... getting her away from there did not work. It seemed hopeless until we suddenly received a call that she had been taken to the animal shelter. We were happily surprised, which almost bordered on magic - but since "Hokuspokus" is a male name, we simply made a female version of it: HOKAPOKA. Hokapoka is less open towards men than towards women; she shows clear uncertainty with corresponding uncertain blocking. As she is not really the biggest hero, she disguises this in wild jumping around, but also in a strong watchfulness at the fence. No one comes into the garden anymore without an escort - Hokapoka then appears very imposing. With her familiar people, Hokapoka is very cuddly, very people-oriented, and shows what a sensitive person she actually is. Physically, Hokapoka is no delicate creature and therefore needs playmates who can match her physically and are also confident. She is a silly head, very curious, and genuinely eager to learn. She walks well on a leash! For Hokapoka, we are looking for her people who can give her security and guide her understandingly so that Hokapoka does not make decisions that no one wants to see later. If there are children in the household, they should be teenagers, younger children would be literally blown away by Hokapoka. Hokapoka is now an old lady and years of searching have not found the right place for her. Now, Frau Cordt has decided that she may move into her pack in the house and will be socialized there. Help for Herd Protection Dogs e.V. This animal was surrendered to the shelter.

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Wie kommt diese imposante Hündin zu ihrem ungewöhlichen Namen? „Hokapoka“ wurde uns bereits vor einem Jahr gemeldet: schlechte Haltung, büxte immer mal wieder aus, die Nachbarn wurden schon aktiv, aber…. dass sie endlich dort wegkommt, klappte nicht. Es schien aussichtslos, bis wir auf einmal einen Anruf bekamen, dass sie im Tierheim abgegeben worden ist. Wir waren freudig verblüfft, das grenzte ja schon an Zauberei – da aber „Hokuspokus“ männlich ist, machten wir kurzerhand eine weibliche Form daraus: HOKAPOKA Hokapoka ist Männern gegenüber weniger aufgeschlossen als gegenüber Frauen; bei Männern zeigt sie deutlich Unsicherheit mit entsprechend unsicheren Blöckern. Da sie im Grunde genommen nicht der größte Held ist, verpackt sie das zum einen in ein wildes Herumgehopse, aber auch in einem starken Aufpassen am Zaun. Freiwillig kommt da keiner mehr in den Garten ohne Geleitschutz – Hokapoka wirkt dann überaus imposant. Mit ihren vertrauten Menschen ist Hokapoka sehr verschmust, super menschenbezogen und zeigt, was für ein Sensibelchen sie doch eigentlich ist. Hokapoka ist körperlich kein zartes Geschöpf und benötigt daher Spielkameraden, die ihr körperlich auch was entgegensetzen können und dabei auch souverän sind. Sie ist ein alberner Kopf, super neugierig und regelrecht wissbegierig. An der Leine läuft sie gut! Für Hokapoka suchen wir ihre Menschen, die ihr Sicherheit vermitteln und die sie verständnisvoll anleiten, damit Hokapoka nicht Entscheidungen trifft, die nachher keiner sehen will. Wenn Kinder im Haushalt leben, dann sollten sie im Teenager-Alter sein, kleinere würden von Hokapoka regelrecht „umgeweht“ werden. Hokapoka ist mittlerweile eine alte Dame geworden und die jahrelange Suche hat keinem richtigen Platz für sie ergeben. Nun hat Frau Cordt entschieden, sie darf in ihr Rudel im Haus mit einziehen und wird dort vergesellschaftet. Hilfe für Herdenschutzhunde e.V. – 446 6354

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Lauf
Shelter
Tierhilfe Franken e.V.
Living with Hokapoka &#8211
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierhilfe Franken e.V. · LaufLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Hokapoka &#8211 home

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

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Hokapoka &#8211

What life with Hokapoka &#8211 looks like

Hokapoka &#8211 is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierhilfe Franken e.V. in Lauf.

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 Hokapoka &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hokapoka &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierhilfe Franken e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Hokapoka &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hokapoka &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierhilfe Franken 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 Hokapoka &#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 Hokapoka &#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 Tierhilfe Franken e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Hokapoka &#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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