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Lupita &#8211

Mixed Breed · Female

Lupita was found by a loving family on a walk. The little Podenca followed her new friends all the way home—and because Lupita has chosen her “victims” well, she opened her door and heart to her. Unfortunately, Lupita cannot stay with her rescuers forever, but she can live with them until a permanent home is found for the affectionate, two-year-old (as of December 2024) female dog. Lupita is a classic Podenco princess, mostly quiet and almost invisible in the house, but outgoing and playful outside—she even has a (somewhat breed-untypical) preference for tennis balls. Lupita plays with the children of her foster family, accepts visitors, is cuddly and curious. Our little snuggle cat is actually the ideal family dog, but Lupita’s chances of getting a ticket to great happiness are still much worse than those of other dogs because Lupita is a Podenca—and there are unfortunately many prejudices against our bat-eared friends. It’s true, the Podenco is a running-loving hunting dog, and it can take a long time for a representative of this breed to be comfortable off the leash, but that can apply to any dog, and there are plenty of other ways to give the Podenco enough exercise. Dog sports, playing in the garden, running alongside a bike, jogging, and many other activities are excellent alternatives. On the pro side of the clever Spaniards, there are many points that are much more interesting. The Podenco is usually a very quiet and balanced housemate. He neither barks nor overprotects, moves almost silently, and loves cuddles above all else. As independent working dogs, most also learn very quickly how to be alone without decorating the apartment or giving the family’s shoes additional holes. Enough advertising for the Podenco—I think you understand that our red noses deserve a chance! Lupita is patiently waiting for someone to see her and give her a future as a family snuggle ball… and we are less patient with our friendly Arcarianerin!

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Lupita wurde von einer liebevollen Familie beim Spaziergang gefunden. Die kleine Podenca folgte ihren neuen Freunden einfach bis nach Hause – und weil Lupita sich ihre „Opfer“ gut ausgesucht hat, öffnete diese ihr Tür und Herz. Leider kann Lupita nicht für immer bei ihren Rettern bleiben, aber sie darf bei ihnen wohnen, bis sich ein endgültiges Zuhause für die zärtliche, zweijährige (Stand 12/2024) Hündin gefunden hat. Lupita ist eine klassische Podenco-Prinzessin, im Haus katzengleich still und fast unsichtbar, draußen offen und fröhlich – und mit einer (etwas rasseuntypischen) Vorliebe für Tennisbälle. Lupita spielt mit den Kindern ihrer Pflegefamilie, akzeptiert Besuch, ist verschmust und neugierig. Eigentlich ist unsere kleine Schmusekatze der ideale Familienhund, aber Lupitas Chancen auf ein Ticket ins große Glück stehen trotzdem viel schlechter als die anderer Hunde, weil Lupita eben eine Podenca ist – und unseren Fledermausohren gegenüber gibt es leider viel zu viele Vorurteile … Es stimmt, der Podenco ist ein lauffreudiger Jagdhund und es kann lange dauern, bis ein Vertreter dieser Rasse unbesorgt von der Leine gelassen werden kann, aber das kann jeden Hund betreffen und es gibt genug andere Möglichkeiten, dem Podenco genug Bewegung zu verschaffen. Hundesport, Toben im Garten, auch das Laufen am Fahrrad, Joggen und vieles andere sind hervorragende Alternativen. Auf dem Pro-Konto der pfiffigen Spanier finden sich hingegen viele Punkte, die weitaus interessanter sind. Der Podenco ist im Haus meist ein überaus ruhiger und ausgeglichener Zeitgenosse. Er neigt weder zum Kläffen noch zum übermäßigen Beschützen, er bewegt sich fast lautlos und genießt Streicheleinheiten über alles. Als souveräne Arbeitshunde lernen die meisten auch sehr schnell, wie man problemlos allein bleibt, ohne vor Langeweile die Wohnungseinrichtung zu verschönern oder die Schuhe der Familie mit zusätzlichen Luftlöchern zu versehen. Genug Werbung für den Podenco gemacht – ich denke, Sie verstehen, dass unsere roten Näschen eine Chance verdient haben! Lupita wartet auf jeden Fall geduldig darauf, dass jemand sie sieht und ihr eine Zukunft als Familienknutschkugel schenken will … und wir warten weniger geduldig mit unserer freundlichen Arcarianerin!

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Lupita &#8211 home

What you'll need for Lupita &#8211 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 Lupita &#8211

What life with Lupita &#8211 looks like

Lupita &#8211 is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

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 Lupita &#8211, answered.

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