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Marco

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Marco is a two-year-old (as of 05/2023) Terrier mix. His Bodeguero genes are unmistakable, but we can only guess where this handsome male dog got his long, elegant legs. Our gentle charmer has been in the care of our Spanish friends since October 2022. The little Wuslon had settled on a traffic island of a roundabout, was also fed by residents, but it never succeeded to catch the clever and lightning-fast dog. The experienced animal welfare workers of ArcoNatura were informed by concerned animal lovers, and with a few tricks and much patience, our friends managed to catch Marco and bring him to the animal shelter. For a Terrier, Marco is rather a quiet companion, although he gets along well with people and animals at ArcoNatura and is often motivated to play. When it comes to unknown bipeds, the friendly male dog is still somewhat reserved (which is often even an advantage in family life), but once Marco has developed trust in people, he is sociable, allows petting and can easily be put on a harness and leash. It is noticeable that our little explorer still lacks many experiences and unfortunately may have also learned to see humans not only as friends. But Marco is a brave, cheerful and funny companion who will surely soon become a real clown and favorite of the neighborhood with patience and a lot of humor. If you are ready to give this little Terrier head a home, even though Marco will certainly be shy at first and will need your help to find his place, we would be happy to hear from you.

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Marco ist ein zwei Jahre alter (Stand 05/2023) Terrier-Mix. Unübersehbar sind seine Bodeguero-Gene, aber wir können nur raten, woher der hübsche Rüde seine langen, eleganten Beine hat. Unser zärtlicher Charmeur lebt seit Oktober 2022 in der Obhut unserer spanischen Freunde. Das kleine Wuslon hatte sich ausgerechnet auf der Verkehrsinsel eines Kreisverkehrs häuslich niedergelassen, wurde dort auch von Anwohnern gefüttert, aber es gelang nie, den cleveren und pfeilschnellen Hund zu sichern. Die erfahrenen Tierschützer der ArcoNatura wurden von besorgten Tierfreunden informiert, und mit ein paar Tricks und viel Geduld gelang es unseren Freunden, Marco zu sichern und ins Tierheim zu bringen. Für einen Terrier ist Marco eher ein ruhiger Genosse, obwohl er gut Freund mit Mensch und Tier in der ArcoNatura ist und sich auch immer wieder zum Spielen motivieren lässt. Unbekannten Zweibeinern gegenüber ist der freundliche Rüde immer noch etwas zurückhaltend (was aber im Alltag einer Familie oft sogar eher ein Vorteil ist), bei Menschen, zu denen er Vertrauen gefasst hat, ist Marco kontaktfreudig, lässt sich streicheln und ohne Probleme Geschirr und Leine anlegen. Man merkt, dass unserem kleinen Entdecker noch viele Erfahrungen fehlen und er wohl leider auch Menschen nicht nur als Freunde kennengelernt hat. Aber Marco ist ein tapferer, lebensfroher und lustiger Geselle, der mit Geduld und viel Humor sicher bald ein richtiger Clown und Liebling der Nachbarschaft wird. Wenn Sie bereit sind, dem kleinen Terrierköpfchen ein Zuhause zu schenken, obwohl Marco am Anfang sicher schüchtern sein wird und Ihre Hilfe brauchen wird, um seinen Platz zu finden, dann freuen wir uns, von Ihnen zu hören.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Marco home

What you'll need for Marco 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 Marco

What life with Marco looks like

Marco 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 Marco, answered.

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