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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 6 months

Jimmy is a playful curly-haired pup just over six months old (as of January 2024). The handsome male dog with its extraordinary ears and permanent wave fur turned up at the greenhouses of Almeria a few weeks ago. There, a vigilant animal rescuer works, offering refuge to many small and large souls. However, her capacities are often fully exhausted, and whenever our partners from El Azar can help, they take in foundlings at the Refugio. So now Jimmy also resides under the care of Puri and her helpers—and he waits for a loving family to take him in. Our little coal piece with its extraordinary appearance is a cheerful and very social companion who greets and enjoys every bit of attention. Almost bald at the neck, likely a sign that he was once kept on a chain before he managed to escape, no dog should ever experience the confinement of a chain. But the thought of subjecting a puppy to such a life, one that should explore and conquer the world with security and much trust, makes one angry and sad. Jimmy has long left his past behind, only his bald spots tell of neglect and loneliness. At the Refugio, he shows himself as a playful and inventive young pup, playing with great devotion and planning expeditions through the run, where he is happy about every four-legged roommate who accompanies him on his discovery trips and is eager to engage in a physical contest after a day of research. Jimmy is an active and cheerful dog looking for an equally active family. If you love being outdoors and understand the proper handling of balls of all sizes and colors, if you share a warm snuggle with a sleepy, trustful little creature on the couch, and if you can already imagine how Jimmy’s cheerful face will make you smile before your first cup of coffee, and if you sense that the soft fur behind Jimmy’s ears will give you the peace to fall asleep contentedly every evening, then you should not wait any longer to contact us, so your new best friend can soon travel to you. This is a young, adolescent dog.

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Jimmy ist ein lustiger Lockenkopf von gerade mal 6 Monaten (Stand 01/2024). Der bildhübsche Rüde mit den außergewöhnlichen Ohren und dem Dauerwellen-Fell tauchte vor einigen Wochen an den Gewächshäusern von Almeria auf. Dort arbeitet eine aufmerksame Tierschützerin, die vielen kleinen und großen Seelen Zuflucht bietet. Allerdings sind ihre Kapazitäten oft komplett erschöpft, und wann immer unsere Partner von El Azar helfen können, nehmen sie Findelkinder im Refugio auf. So wohnt jetzt also auch Jimmy in der Obhut von Puri und ihren Helfern – und er wartet darauf, dass sich eine liebevolle Familie für ihn begeistert. Unser kleines Kohlestück mit dem außergewöhnlichen Äußeren ist ein fröhlicher und sehr kontaktfreudiger Zeitgenosse, der jede Aufmerksamkeit begrüßt und genießt. Am Hals ist Jimmy noch fast kahl, wohl ein Zeichen dafür, dass er an der Kette gehalten wurde, bevor ihm die Flucht gelang. Kein Hund sollte erfahren, wie es ist, an der Kette zu liegen, aber die Vorstellung, das einem Welpen anzutun, der in Geborgenheit und mit viel Vertrauen die Welt erforschen und erobern sollte, macht wütend und traurig. Jimmy hat seine Vergangenheit längst hinter sich gelassen, nur seine kahlen Stellen erzählen noch von Vernachlässigung und Einsamkeit. Im Refugio zeigt er sich als witziger und einfallsreicher Junghund, der mit Hingabe spielt und neugierig Expeditionen durch den Freilauf plant, wobei er sich über jeden vierbeinigen Mitbewohner freut, der ihn auf seinen Entdeckungsreisen begleitet und sich nach getaner Forschungsarbeit auf ein sportliches Kräftemessen einlässt. Jimmy ist ein aktiver und fröhlicher Hund, der eine ebensolche Familie sucht. Wenn Sie gerne draußen sind und viel von der sachgerechten Bedienung von Bällen aller Größen und Farben verstehen, wenn Sie lange Fernsehabende auf der Couch mit einem warmen Schmusetierchen teilen wollen, das leise schnarchend vertrauensvoll in Ihrem Schoß liegt, wenn Sie sich schon jetzt vorstellen können, wie das fröhliche Gesicht Jimmys Ihnen morgens noch vor dem ersten Kaffee ein Lächeln ins Gesicht zaubert, und Sie erahnen, dass das weiche Fell hinter Jimmys Ohren Ihnen die Ruhe gibt, jeden Abend zufrieden einzuschlafen, dann sollten Sie wirklich nicht länger warten, Kontakt mit uns aufzunehmen, damit Ihr neuer bester Freund bald zu Ihnen reisen kann …

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 6 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Jimmy home

What you'll need for Jimmy 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 Jimmy

What life with Jimmy looks like

Jimmy 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 Jimmy, answered.

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