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Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 7 months

Luna is about 7 months old (as of 09/2022) and has been living in the small facility of Dolmen Animal since early August. The poor girl was found covered in parasites and sitting in the midday heat, tied to a sign with a note attached that said someone please help her, she was a nice dog. We will never understand why someone who is capable of getting rid of their dog in this way is not able to leave their pet with reliable animal protectors. If Luna had been found just a little later, the dog catchers would have reacted - and in her poor overall condition, the Perrera would have been nothing more than a death sentence. We are very glad that Luna now lives safely in the family pension of our partners in Huelva and can wait there calmly for fans to find her. Luna is rather a quiet character, which is probably mainly due to the fact that she has good guard dog blood. A Mastin Español or one of its mixes is rarely a high-energy ball addict, but rather finds its purpose in short wrestling matches with friends, tug-of-war, long walks and especially in extensive cuddling sessions, during which the proud owner can discover that his dog is an outstanding lap dog regardless of its size. Luna's weight is currently only 25 kg, which is still very manageable, and even if she will grow a bit more, she is small and elegant for a HSH mix. Her coat and cute, distinctive head shape support the suspicion that also an Ibicenco Podenco may have sneaked into her lineage, and thus Luna has an extremely funny gene pool, making the young female dog a small surprise egg. Luna shows herself extremely friendly with other dogs and is generally a very friendly and attentive dog, but she is somewhat reserved and shy towards strangers (who could blame her?). Our cheerful snuggle ball is looking for a patient and humorous family that can explain the world to her. Luna does not find children bad, but the children should already understand that the new friend does not want to play from the first moment and can accept and respect retreat areas - and for the coming time, some stability is recommended. If you are interested in our fun and unique elephant elf, we would be very happy to hear from you!. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Luna ist ca. 7 Monate alt (Stand 09/2022) und wohnt seit Anfang August in der kleinen Einrichtung von Dolmen Animal. Man fand das arme Mädchen von Parasiten übersät und in der Mittagshitze sitzend, angebunden an einem Schild, an dem ein Zettel befestigt war, auf dem stand, dass ihr doch bitte jemand helfen möge, sie sei ein lieber Hund. Warum jemand, der es fertigbringt, seinen Hund auf diese Weise zu entsorgen, nicht in der Lage ist, sein Haustier bei zuverlässigen Tierschützern abzugeben, wird uns immer ein Rätsel sein. Wäre Luna nur wenig später entdeckt worden, hätten die Hundefänger reagiert – und in ihrem schlechten Gesamtzustand wäre die Perrera sicher nicht mehr gewesen als ein Todesurteil. Wir sind sehr froh, dass Luna jetzt in der Sicherheit der familiären Pension unserer Partner in Huelva wohnt und dort in aller Ruhe darauf warten kann, dass sich Fans für sie finden. Luna ist ein eher ruhiger Charakter, was wohl vor allem daran liegt, dass sie einen guten Schuss Herdenschutzhund-Blut hat. Ein Mastin Español oder einer seiner Mischlinge ist selten ein hochenergetischer Balljunkie, sondern findet seine Bestimmung eher im kurzen Ringkampf mit Freunden, beim Tauziehen, auf langen Spaziergängen und vor allem in ausgiebigen Kuscheleinheiten, bei denen der stolze Besitzer feststellen darf, dass sein Hund vollkommen unabhängig seiner Größe ein ausgesprochener Schoßhund ist. Lunas Gewicht ist mit derzeit 25kg noch sehr überschaubar, und auch, wenn sie noch etwas wachsen wird, ist sie für einen HSH-Mix klein und elegant. Ihr Fell und ihre niedliche und markante Kopfform erhärten den Verdacht, dass sich auch ein Podenco Ibicenco in ihre Ahnenreihe geschmuggelt hat, und damit hat Luna einen äußerst lustigen Genpool, der die junge Hündin zu einem kleinen Überraschungsei macht. Luna zeigt sich extrem umgänglich mit anderen Hunden und ist insgesamt ein sehr freundlicher und aufmerksamer Hund, allerdings ist sie fremden Menschen gegenüber noch etwas zurückhaltend und ängstlich (wer wollte es ihr verdenken?). Unsere fröhliche Knutschkugel sucht eine geduldige und humorvolle Familie, die ihr die Welt erklären kann. Kinder findet Luna nicht schlimm, aber die Kleinen sollten schon Verständnis dafür haben, dass die neue Freundin nicht vom ersten Moment an spielen will und Rückzugspunkte akzeptieren und respektieren können – und für die kommende Zeit ist eine gewisse Standfestigkeit empfehlenswert. Wenn Sie sich für unsere lustige und einzigartige Elefantenelfe interessieren, freuen wir uns sehr darauf, von Ihnen zu hören!

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 7 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Luna home

What you'll need for Luna in week one.

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    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Luna

What life with Luna looks like

Luna 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 Luna, answered.

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