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Medea

Mixed Breed · Female

Many dogs that come into the care of our friends bear the visible signs of their often terrible past, and our partners are used to sorrow, but when Medea was brought to the animal clinic by the ArcoNatura animal protectors, even these experienced people had tears in their eyes. Medea was a picture of misery, and the prognosis for the one-year-old (as of 10/2021) female was very poor. But giving up is not an option, and the veterinarians fought with all means to save the grateful little mixed-breed lady. Medea was almost starving when she was found, her ears, which someone apparently cut off with scissors, were infected, the blood count was discouraging, because Medea tested positive for Ehrlichiosis and Babesiosis and suffers from Leishmaniasis. Finding the right combination of medications in such cases is like dancing on a volcano, what helps against one disease can open the door for another. But Medea is an incredible fighter. Her antibiotic treatment is almost completed, she has already gained a lot of weight, she was able to move from the animal clinic to a foster family - and now she also wants to take the last step, namely to find a real home. Medea should finally discover that the world is beautiful, that people no longer want to hurt her and that she is protected and safe. And of course, she wants to conquer the neighborhood, make many friends, and taste the most delicious cookies as soon as her weakened body has recovered. Medea is already showing that she is an extremely kind and curious girl. She has a calm and balanced character, but you can see that the mischievousness that occasionally flashes from her eyes is just waiting to finally be allowed to come out. The worst part of her treatment is behind Medea, but she will still need help for a long time to be able to lead a normal, happy dog life. Choosing a dog with chronic diseases is not easy, but there are really good treatment options. And especially dogs who live in a quiet and loving home have much better chances of leading a healthy and long life than the poor four-legged animals in the animal shelter. Stress can trigger an outbreak at any time, and there are unfortunately quite a few in the cages. Medea is looking for very special people who are willing to walk this path with her, wherever it may lead. This still young female dog wishes for nothing more than a soft cuddle basket and gentle hands that caress her. After all the suffering Medea has already endured, after the pain and fear, the brave fighter deserves only the best - a home where she is a princess and is spoiled in every way.

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Viele Hunde, die in die Obhut unserer Freunde kommen, tragen die äußeren Spuren ihrer oft schlimmen Vorgeschichte und unsere Partner sind an Kummer gewöhnt, doch als Medea von den Tierschützern der ArcoNatura in die Tierklinik gebracht wurde, standen auch diesen erfahrenen Menschen die Tränen in den Augen. Medea war ein einziges Bild des Jammers und die Prognose des erst einjährigen (Stand 10/2021) Mädchens war sehr schlecht. Doch aufgeben gilt nicht und die Tierärzte kämpften mit allen Mitteln um das Leben der dankbaren kleinen Mischlingsdame. Medea war kurz vorm Verhungern, als sie gefunden wurde, ihre Ohren, die wohl jemand mit einer Schere abgeschnitten hat, waren entzündet, das Blutbild war niederschmetternd, denn Medea wurde positiv auf Ehrlichiose und Babesiose getestet und leidet an Leihmaniose. Die Kombination der richtigen Medikamente zu finden, gleicht in solchen Fällen einem Tanz auf dem Vulkan, was gegen die eine Krankheit hilft, kann der anderen Tür und Tor öffnen. Doch Medea ist eine unglaubliche Kämpferin. Ihre Antibiose ist fast abgeschlossen, sie hat schon sehr schön zugenommen, sie konnte aus der Tierklinik in eine Pflegefamilie umsiedeln – und jetzt will sie den letzten Schritt auch noch schaffen, nämlich den, ein echtes Zuhause zu finden. Medea soll endlich entdecken, dass die Welt schön ist, dass Menschen ihr nicht mehr wehtun wollen und sie beschützt und geborgen ist. Und natürlich will sie die Nachbarschaft erobern, viele Freunde finden und die leckersten Kekse kosten, sobald ihr noch entkräfteter Körper sich erholt hat. Medea zeigt aber jetzt schon, dass sie ein extrem liebes und neugieriges Mädchen ist. Sie hat einen ruhigen und ausgeglichenen Charakter, aber man sieht, dass der Schalk, der ihr hin und wieder schon aus den Augen blitzt, nur darauf wartet, endlich richtig zum Tragen kommen zu dürfen. Den schlimmsten Teil ihrer Behandlung hat Medea hinter sich gebracht, aber sie wird noch lange Hilfe brauchen, um ein normales, fröhliches Hundeleben führen zu können. Sich für einen Hund mit chronischen Krankheiten zu entscheiden, ist nicht leicht, aber es gibt wirklich gute Behandlungsmöglichkeiten. Und gerade Hunde, die in einem ruhigen und liebevollen Zuhause leben, haben wesentlich bessere Chancen ein gesundes und langes Leben führen zu können, als die armen Vierbeiner im Tierheim. Stress kann jederzeit einen Schub auslösen, und davon gibt es in den Zwingern ja leider einigen. Medea sucht ganz besondere Menschen, die bereit sind, ihren Weg mit ihr zu gehen, wohin er auch führen mag. Die noch so junge Hündin wünscht sich nichts mehr als einen weichen Kuschelkorb und zärtliche Hände, die sie streicheln. Nach all dem Leid, das Medea schon durchstehen musste, nach den Schmerzen und der Angst hat die tapfere Kämpferin auch nur das Beste verdient – ein Heim, in dem sie Prinzessin ist und nach Strich und Faden verwöhnt wird.

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

What you'll need for Medea 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 Medea

What life with Medea looks like

Medea 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 Medea, answered.

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