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Magui

Mixed Breed · Unknown

If one had to find the three words that best describe Magui, our friends from Arca Sevilla would most likely choose "snuggle ball," "cuddle princess," and "kiss machine" (or something similar). Magui is one of the most affectionate dogs you can imagine, and in her form from Spain, it says that neither pictures nor words can capture how tender and clingy this little Podenco lady is. The cute new arrival was found in the area of a military base. The soldiers saw her wandering the premises for several days, and since access to military property is not always guaranteed, the animal welfare workers needed another week to be able to bring Magui into the care of Arca. Now the funny flea lives in the animal shelter and has quickly made friends with both four- and two-legged beings. This approximately two-year-old (as of 02/2023) girl has a playful and humorous nature. Magui loves toys, but playing with fellow animals and wild cuddling with volunteers are also high on her colorful to-do list. Magui is a young, absolutely loving, people-oriented, eager-to-learn, and social dog - and yet her chances of finding a family are much worse than for other dogs of her age. Magui is obviously a Podenco, and there are many urban legends surrounding her breed. Podencos are undeniably sighthounds, created by people for coursing, and it can take a long time before a representative of this breed can be safely off the leash. We can assure you, however, that we have many members in our adopter group who let their bat-like ears run freely across fields. Prey drive is also not an issue that only affects Podencos (as it also depends on the character of each individual dog), and there are plenty of other ways to give even a very hunting-oriented Podenco enough exercise. Dog sports, playing in the garden, running alongside a bicycle, jogging, and many other things are excellent alternatives, especially since most Podencos, like all sighthounds, are often perfectly obedient on a leash. On the positive side of these smart Spaniards, there are many points that are far more interesting for a harmonious coexistence. The Podenco is usually a very quiet and balanced companion in the house. It does not tend to bark or overprotect, moves almost silently, and enjoys cuddles above all. As confident working dogs, most of them also learn very quickly how to be alone without embellishing the apartment furnishings or adding extra holes to the family shoes due to boredom. Walks well on a leash.

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Müsste man die drei Wörter finden, die Magui am besten beschreiben, dann würden unsere Freunde von der Arca Sevilla wohl am ehesten Knutschkugel, Kuschelprinzessin und Küsschenautomat (oder etwas ähnliches) wählen. Magui ist eine der liebevollsten Hunde, die man sich nur vorstellen kann, und in ihrem Formular aus Spanien steht, dass weder Bilder noch Worte einfangen können, wie zärtlich und anhänglich die kleine Podenca-Dame ist. Gefunden wurde der niedliche Neuzugang im Gebiet einer Kaserne. Die Soldaten sahen sie mehrere Tage über das Gelände wandern, und da der Zugang auf militärisches Gelände natürlich nicht immer gewährleistet ist, brauchten die Tierschützer nochmals eine gute Woche, um Magui in die Obhut der Arca bringen zu können. Jetzt wohnt der lustige Floh im Tierheim und hat sich sehr schnell bei Vier- und Zweibeinern Freunde gemacht. Das etwa zwei Jahre alte (Stand 02/2023) Mädchen hat ein verspieltes und witziges Wesen. Magui liebt Spielzeuge, aber auch das Toben mit Artgenossen und wildes Schmusen mit den Freiwilligen stehen ganz oben auf ihrer kunterbunten To-Do-Liste. Magui ist ein junger, absolut lieber, menschenbezogener, lernwilliger und sozialer Hund – und trotzdem stehen ihre Chancen, eine Familie zu finden, ungleich schlechter als bei anderen Vierbeinern ihres Alters. Magui ist nun einmal unübersehbar eine Podenca, und um ihre Rasse ranken sich viele urbane Legenden. Podencos sind unbestreitbar Laufhunde, vom Menschen kreiert für die Hetzjagd, und es kann lange, dass ein Vertreter dieser Rasse unbesorgt von der Leine gelassen werden kann. Wir können Ihnen aber versichern, dass wir in unserer Adoptanten-Gruppe viele Mitglieder haben, die ihre Fledermausohren unbesorgt über Felder toben lassen. Jagdtrieb ist auch kein Problem, das nur die Podencos trifft (zumal es wie bei jeder Rasse auch vom Charakter des einzelnen Hundes abhängt) und es gibt genug andere Möglichkeiten, auch einem sehr jagdambitionierten Podenco genug Bewegung zu verschaffen. Hundesport, Toben im Garten, auch das Laufen am Fahrrad, Joggen und vieles andere sind hervorragende Alternativen, zumal die meisten Podencos, wie alle Laufhunde, oft perfekt leinenführig sind. Auf dem Pro-Konto der pfiffigen Spanier finden sich hingegen viele Punkte, die für ein störungsfreies Zusammenleben 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.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Magui home

What you'll need for Magui 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
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    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
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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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    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 Magui

What life with Magui looks like

Magui 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 Magui, answered.

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